{"id":17930,"date":"2026-03-31T15:12:02","date_gmt":"2026-03-31T14:12:02","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/blog\/?p=17930"},"modified":"2026-04-02T14:13:01","modified_gmt":"2026-04-02T13:13:01","slug":"sustainable-laundry-a-guide-to-an-eco-friendly-laundry-day","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/blog\/laundry\/sustainable-laundry-a-guide-to-an-eco-friendly-laundry-day\/","title":{"rendered":"Sustainable laundry: a guide to an eco-friendly laundry day"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Your washing machine sits at the intersection of several ethical concerns. What are your laundry products packaged in? How much energy is your machine using? And how much water and chemicals are being pumped away afterwards? It\u2019s a lot to think about when trying to reduce your laundry\u2019s environmental impact.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/category\/cleaning-and-household\/laundry\/\">Let Ethical Superstore guide you through a sustainable laundry routine<\/a> with simple, eco-friendly choices for a more environmentally friendly laundry day.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/category\/cleaning-and-household\/laundry\/laundry-liquid\/\">Eco-friendly laundry liquids<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Some companies offer large refill bottles to cut down on packaging. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/products\/bio-d\/bio-d-concentrated-non-bio-laundry-liquid---fragrance-free---5l---125-washes\/\">A 5L container of Bio-D laundry liquid<\/a> lasts around 125 washes, while <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/products\/faith-in-nature\/faith-in-nature-non-bio-superconcentrated-laundry-liquid---5-litre\/\">Faith in Nature 5L concentrated laundry liquid<\/a> will do up to 150 \u2013 both can be recycled afterwards, so there\u2019s zero waste involved. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/products\/bower-collective\/bower-collective-bio-laundry-liquid---orange-blossom---bergamot-refill---1l\/\">Bower Collective laundry liquid<\/a> packets can even be posted back to the company free of charge for reuse.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/category\/cleaning-and-household\/laundry\/laundry-liquid\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"340\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/laundry-blog-biod.jpg\" alt=\"A birds eye view of Bio-D laundry liquid and fabric conditioner against some white laundry and a blue background\" class=\"wp-image-17960\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/laundry-blog-biod.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/laundry-blog-biod-300x142.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/laundry-blog-biod-520x245.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">If you\u2019re sensitive to smells, <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/products\/ecoleaf\/ecoleaf-fragrance-free-laundry-liquid---1-5l\/\">Ecoleaf fragrance free laundry liquid<\/a> might be the right choice for you \u2013 it\u2019s plant-based and vegan-friendly too. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/category\/cleaning-and-household\/laundry\/laundry-liquid\/the-lab-co-.html\">The Lab Co.<\/a> has special formulas for delicates, activewear, and cashmere and wool, so everyone\u2019s needs can be met without compromising on environmental concerns.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Eco-friendly laundry capsules<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Most laundry capsules are difficult to recommend thanks to their plastic coating \u2013 water-soluble though they may be, they often fail to fully biodegrade and may be responsible for microplastics entering the environment. But <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/products\/oceansaver\/oceansaver-plastic-free-bio-laundry-eco-caps---ocean-mist---30-washes\/\">OceanSaver\u2019s capsules<\/a> are completely plastic-free, and their OceanProtect technology will even reduce the microplastics released by your clothes.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/products\/oceansaver\/oceansaver-plastic-free-non-bio-laundry-eco-caps---ocean-mist---30-washes\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"340\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/laundry-blog-oceansaver.jpg\" alt=\"A packet of OceanSaver non-bio laundry capsules on a pile of white tea towels against a blue background\" class=\"wp-image-17942\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/laundry-blog-oceansaver.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/laundry-blog-oceansaver-300x142.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/laundry-blog-oceansaver-520x245.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/category\/cleaning-and-household\/laundry\/washing-powder-and-tablets\/\">Sustainable laundry powders<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Laundry powder also doesn\u2019t need plastic packaging, and it\u2019s often more concentrated than liquid, reducing the carbon emissions needed to get it to you. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/products\/ecoleaf\/ecoleaf-laundry-powder---rosemary---1kg\/\">Ecoleaf\u2019s plant based powder<\/a> comes in a recyclable paper bag and is even available in a whopping <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/products\/ecoleaf\/ecoleaf-concentrated-washing-powder---10kg\/\">10kg pack<\/a> \u2013 now that\u2019s a strong product-to-package ratio.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-gallery has-nested-images columns-default is-cropped wp-block-gallery-1 is-layout-flex wp-block-gallery-is-layout-flex\"><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/category\/cleaning-and-household\/laundry\/laundry-sheets\/\">Eco-friendly laundry sheets<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Laundry sheets are gaining popularity as an ethical alternative to liquid and capsules. They\u2019re light, space-efficient, easy to use, and typically come in cardboard packaging instead of plastic. So you can enjoy the convenience of <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/category\/cleaning-and-household\/laundry\/laundry-sheets\/the-lab-co-.html\">The Lab Co.\u2019s detergent strips<\/a> \u2013 available in a range of fragrances from energising to soothing, or no fragrance at all \u2013 with a clear conscience.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-full\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/category\/cleaning-and-household\/laundry\/laundry-liquid\/\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"720\" height=\"340\" src=\"https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/laundry-blog-labco.jpg\" alt=\"A hand pulling a The Lab Co. energising laundry detergent strip from a packet\" class=\"wp-image-17939\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/laundry-blog-labco.jpg 720w, https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/laundry-blog-labco-300x142.jpg 300w, https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/blog\/wp-content\/uploads\/2026\/03\/laundry-blog-labco-520x245.jpg 520w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 720px) 100vw, 720px\" \/><\/a><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><\/p>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/products\/oceansaver\/oceansaver-plastic-free-bio-laundry-eco-sheets--ocean-breeze---30-washes\/\">OceanSaver&#8217;s detergent sheets<\/a> are not just plastic-free in themselves, but each purchase helps fund efforts to remove plastic waste from our oceans. Similarly, ecoLiving donate 1% of their yearly profits to environmental causes, and their <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/products\/ecoliving\/stripwash-cotton-fresh-laundry-strips---pack-of-24\/\">eco strips<\/a> are vegan-friendly, biodegradable and palm oil free to boot.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Natural sustainable laundry alternatives (soap nuts)<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Plant-based ingredients are all very well, but how about a completely natural option? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/products\/ecozone\/ecozone-soap-nuts---300g---100-washes\/\">Soap nuts<\/a> are full of naturally occurring soaps and surfactants, making them a traditional laundry method that\u2019s been used for generations.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/category\/cleaning-and-household\/laundry\/stain-removers-and-treatments\/\">Eco-friendly stain removers for sustainable laundry<\/a><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">A quick spot clean can reduce the need for high temperatures and harsh chemicals \u2013 as long as the cleaner itself doesn\u2019t contain anything nasty. Try a biodegradable product like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/products\/ecover\/ecover-stain-remover---200ml\/\">Ecover\u2019s plant-based stain remover<\/a> or <a href=\"https:\/\/www.ethicalsuperstore.com\/products\/sodasan\/sodasan-stain-removal-gel---200ml\/\">Sodasan\u2019s organic stain removal gel<\/a>, both of which come in recyclable bottles. <\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Making your laundry more sustainable<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p class=\"wp-block-paragraph\">Switching to eco-friendly laundry products &#8211; like refillable liquids, plastic-free capsules, and concentrated powders &#8211; can make a big difference. Small, conscious choices help reduce waste and lower your environmental impact, without compromising on clean, fresh results.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Your washing machine sits at the intersection of several ethical concerns. What are your laundry products packaged in? How much energy is your machine using? 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