Top 6 All-Natural Products For Laundry Under $50
Of all the pollutants that an average home generates there are some that we don’t readily notice, especially with laundry. It is easy to buy sustainable products when you can see what waste products you chuck into the trash can at the end of the day. Some waste products, however, leave the house through other outlets. One of these often ignored exits is the laundry room.
The average detergent has different chemical pollutants like sulfates, phosphates, formaldehyde, chlorine bleach, benzyl acetate, and many more. All of these are getting released to the local water treatment facility. This not only creates a burden on the town’s resources but depending on the efficiency of the treatment plant, some pollutants might even enter the local water bodies.
On an individual level, you can start by choosing the right products for your laundry room. We have picked our favorite ones. Read on to find out what to look for when it comes to buying eco-friendly cleaning products that cause minimum waste.
Puracy Natural Liquid Laundry Detergent, Hypoallergenic, Enzyme-Based, Free & Clear: This all-natural laundry detergent has plant-based ingredients. It has been engineered to be effective without the use of sulfates, bleach, petrochemicals, animal by-products, tree nut-based ingredients, and other toxic chemicals. It is 10x concentrated which means that you need to use only a little for a thorough wash. This makes it very efficient and reduces waste. It makes perfect sense for people suffering from allergies and those with sensitive skin. It is manufactured wholly in the United States and has not been tested on animals. We especially recommend this for parents with newborns or young children.
It’s So Pure All Natural Laundry Detergent Powder: The story behind this one is so unique and heartwarming that we had to mention it. This brand was created by a leukemia survivor who dedicated his life to research and manufacture natural products that would prevent diagnoses like his in others. The product itself is very effective due to the inclusion of plant enzymes and active ions. It is GMO-free, allergen-free and gluten-free. From our personal experience, the product creates little to no lather. It is claimed that this prevents damage to the sensors inside the machine. It also takes an interesting approach where it doesn’t impose a scent of its own. This lets you experience fresh, odor-free, and unscented clothes that are perfect for people with sensitiveness to the usually strong fragrant smells of regular detergent. It also allows you to mix and match scent boosters depending on your mood. This product is a literal breath of fresh (unscented) air!
Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day Laundry Scent Booster, Cruelty-Free Formula, Lavender Scent: If you are already using all-natural detergents but find that their scent leaves a lot to be desired or if you are using the aforementioned all-natural unscented detergent powder, then you are going to love this scent booster. It can be used with all detergents in all kinds of washing machines. We love how a little of this turns your laundry basket into a fresh blast of that sweet and wholesome lavender scent. The formula bonds with the fibers and you will find that the scent emanates from the clothes for a long time after you are done washing them. The company behind the product is conscious of manufacturing its whole catalog in a cruelty-free fashion. That means it has not been tested on animals. This is a good indicator of an environmentally friendly brand.
Dropps Stain and Odor Laundry Detergent Pods: For those looking for a convenient way to handle their detergent, these all-natural detergent pods are a great way to get started down the eco-friendly route without losing any ease of use. The product is a unique blend of detergent, stain remover, color protector, and freshness infuser. The pods do not use any chemicals especially rejecting the use of parabens and optical brighteners. The scent is a mild mix of eucalyptus and lavender. The company itself is very environmentally conscious. This is evident from its use of compostable packaging for the pods. When a corporation goes to those lengths to make sure its environmental footprint is minimal, you know that it is one that is worth supporting. Like we always like to say, to see the change in the world, it is important to vote with your wallet. Naturally, the product gives excellent value for your money as one box includes 140 pods which will last you many months.
Puracy Natural Laundry Stain Remover Refill, Enzyme-Based Odor Cleaner : Coming back to another one from Puracy, this is a specialized stain remover for the situations where you absolutely need to get rid of the remnants of some unfortunate accident. It is all-natural like its laundry detergent. It is very effective on hard stains like oil, tomato sauce, watermelon, red wine, mud, cosmetics, and many more. The product is vegan and certified cruelty-free. For every sale of this product, Puracy claims to donate natural products to less fortunate families who need them. It really warms our hearts to support an endeavor like this one.
B&N All Natural Daisy’s Goat Milk Powdered Soap Laundry Detergent: This Made in USA detergent has a unique take on soap detergent. They choose to make theirs the old fashioned way. Did you know that the ancient Babylonians made soap out of animal fat and greases? This company has been doing their homework and decided to harken back to these techniques to make a wholly mesmerizing product. It is manufactured from the fats extracted from goat’s milk. This unique quality makes the clothes washed with it soft and clean while reducing pilling at the same time. The detergent is scented with eucalyptus giving it a natural earthy scent. This is a real blast from the past. It comes in generous quantities and lasts for a long time (120 washes claimed).
So there were our best all-natural products to have in the laundry room. We love the idea of our clothes being washed in the same ingredients that mother nature reserves for itself. It takes us one step closer to living a life with minimal impact on the environment.
Love,
Scooch and Steve
