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Charlie's Soap Laundry Powder

Best

Washing all fabric types — HE compatible

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Materials Used

  • Sodium carbonate
  • sodium gluconate
  • non-ionic surfactant

Common Marketing Claims

  • Only 1 tablespoon per load
  • No fragrance, brighteners, or fillers
  • Works in cold water

Editor's Note

One of the cleanest laundry detergent formulas available. No fragrance, no optical brighteners, no dyes. A top recommendation for sensitive skin.

Is Charlie's Soap Laundry Powder safe?

Charlie's Soap Laundry Powder is rated Best — one of our top-recommended options for a low-tox home. The materials are considered among the safest available for this use case.

Key concerns at a glance:

  • Low-sudsing — may feel like it's not working if you're used to conventional detergents

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