The Best Organic Laundry Detergent

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Their natural ingredients effectively clean clothes without harsh effects on the skin, making them a safe choice for those with sensitive skin.

Key Specs Compared

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Key specs of the 7 products reviewed below

#	Form	Size
1	Liquid	32 Fl Oz
2	Bag	17 Ounce
3	Liquid	150 Fl Oz
4	Liquid	32 Fl Oz
5	Liquid	32 Fl Oz
6	–Not stated	50 Count (Pack of 2)
7	Liquid	3.5 Ounce

– = not stated on the Amazon listing · Specs and certifications as stated by the listing, not tested or verified by us; check the listing before you buy

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Importance of Using Organic Laundry Detergent

Every time you wash one load of your clothes in the washing machine, you use ±20-40 gallons of water. Let’s find out how using the best organic laundry detergent will save water.

• Skin Friendly – A good organic laundry detergent for sensitive skin will not cause rashes or eczema.
• Softer Clothes – The organic detergent will clean the clothes effectively and keep them soft after consecutive washes.

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Avoid these five common laundry ingredients:

• Fragrances – Fragrance is another name for a bunch of chemicals placed together to make something smell nice. Many of these compounds do not need to be listed, but they have been shown to induce skin irritation and respiratory problems when privately tested.
• Brighteners – Brighteners are chemicals that have been selected for their UV light-trapping ability.
• Phosphates or EDTA – Phosphates are one of the main problems with using pesticides on our food. They are also added to laundry detergent to aid with washing in hard water. Phosphates are very bad for the environment, causing algal blooms when in contact with water.

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Features of a Quality Organic Laundry Detergent

These are some features of organic laundry detergents:

• Biodegradable – Organic laundry detergents that are biodegradable are a big plus. Even if it’s organic or derived from natural sources, if the product is biodegradable, you know it works and is eco-savvy.
• Certified Organic – Organic certification is best as manufacturers are allowed to use the word ‘natural’ to describe products made from petrochemicals.
Essential oils are also healthy for us and do not damage the environment. They are ideal for all the organic detergents for refreshing cleaning.

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What the Research Says

Look for EPA Safer Choice labels and follow directions; “natural” doesn’t always mean safer.^[1]

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How We Chose These Products

We don’t test products hands-on. We compared labels and listings: EPA registration where it applies, the ingredient list, scent or fragrance-free options, and price per use. We removed products that were out of stock, no longer listed or recalled, and we checked the brands we list against recent FDA ^[4] recall notices in October 2026. Brands don’t pay to be included, though we may earn a commission from purchases.

Our Organic Laundry Detergent Picks

Also, we will earn a small commission with every purchase made through the links in the article.

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• Eco-me Plant Based Concentrated Laundry Detergent.
• Listing details: Fragrance-Free; 32 Fl.Oz.
• Eco-Me is officially cruelty-free and protects against animal cruelty and human safety.

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• NaturOli Soap Nuts/Soap Berries.
• Listing details: 1 Wash Bag; 8-pg info; Tote Bag. Organic Laundry Soap.
• These sun-dried berries are Sapindus Mukorossi fruit sourced from the Himalayas of India and Nepal.

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• Biokleen Natural Laundry Detergent Liquid.
• It can remove strong stains from clothes without affecting the fiber and material.
• It does not contain artificial fragrances that might irritate and trigger allergies.

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• Musty or Contaminated Towels.
• Listing details: Clothes & Bedding.
• The detergent is gentle enough to be used on fancy clothes without the fear of ruining them.

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• Amazing Natural Based Laundry Detergent Liquid (128 Loads).
• Listing details: Powerful Natural Enzymes; USA Made (32oz Bottle).
• It has a gentle enzyme formulation to give your clothes a spot-free look.

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• Grab Green Stoneworks Laundry Detergent Pods.
• Listing details: 100 Count.
• Includes two 50-count pouches (100 pods total) of Grab Green Stoneworks Laundry Detergent Powder Pods in Oak Tree, a pre-measured powder pod format for everyday laundry loads.

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• Tangie Laundry Bar Concentrate.
• Listing details: Zero Waste Laundry Detergent.
• This laundry soap detergent is a gentle plant-based paste that can be watered down to give 264 loads, which is almost an entire year’s supply.

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Index Table: Top Organic Laundry Detergents

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Sources

1. U.S. EPA. Air Cleaners and Air Filters in the Home. Accessed October 16, 2026.
2. U.S. EPA. Volatile Organic Compounds’ Impact on Indoor Air Quality. Accessed October 16, 2026.
3. U.S. EPA. Introduction to Indoor Air Quality. Accessed October 16, 2026.
4. U.S. Food and Drug Administration. Recalls, Market Withdrawals, & Safety Alerts. Accessed October 16, 2026.

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Update History

• Oct 2026: Product picks reviewed and updated; added Sources (EPA, FDA)
• Apr 2020: Added Biokleen Natural Laundry Detergent, CitriSafe Remedy Laundry Detergent, Grab Green Stoneworks Detergent Pods and Tangie Laundry Bar Concentrate
• Mar 2020: Added NaturOli Soap Nuts
• Dec 2017: First published

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