Healthy alternatives
Fragrance-free
| Brand name | Product description |
| AspenClean | Dishwasher packs, fragrance-free |
| Attitude | Dishwasher Tabs |
| Biovert | Automatic Dishwasher Tabs |
| Earth Friendly Products ECOS | Dishwasher Gel, fragrance-free |
| Nature Clean | 96% Natural Dishwasher Pacs |
| Savonneries Diligences | Magic Powder (Quebec) |
| Seventh Generation | Dishwasher Packs, Free and Clear |
With fragrances (essential oils)
| Brand name | Product description |
| Better Life | Dishwasher Gel |
DIY
You can make your own dishwashing liquid.
A simple solution is to mix an equal amount of borax and baking soda and store them in an airtight container. Use 2 tablespoons of this mixture each time you wash. For rinsing, you can use white vinegar.
You will also find other ideas on the Mommypotamus site.
Ingredients to avoid
- Chlorine: irritant and corrosive to the skin, eyes and respiratory tract
- Artificial fragrances: allergens
- Quarternium 15: possible carcinogen (by release of formaldehyde)
- Artificial dyes