7 best natural dishwasher detergents

• Plant-Powered Performance: Advanced plant-derived enzymes quickly target and break down stubborn foods and stains without the need to pre-soak or pre-rinse (scrape, don’t rinse)
• No Spots or Residues: No matter how hard your water is, our 3rd generation formula will thoroughly clean and rinse free without any notable spots (note: some clear plastic materials should be wiped with towel to remove water droplets)
• Use with All Dishwasher-Safe Items: Clear results on ceramic, baby bottles, toys, pots, pans, casserole dishes, glass, plastic, silicone, crystal, porcelain, metals, and any surface safe to be cleaned in the dishwasher
• No Harsh Ingredients: No cocamidopropyl betaine, sulfates (SLS, SLES, SCS), bleach, perfume, dyes, petroleum-based ingredients, animal by-products (cruelty-free), or other nasty stuff
• Pure Love Guarantee: If you don’t love it, contact us directly for a full refund (no questions asked); Plant-derived, hypoallergenic, gluten-free, biodegradable, Made in America

User questions & answers

Question:	Would Puracy be safe for a grey water system
Answer:	All Mrs. Meyers products are septic safe.
Question:	Does anyone know of an eco dishwashing powder that works well and also doesn't have plastic packaging & wrapping? Plastic doesn't degrade! boo
Answer:	Tablets
Question:	Everytime I use this, it leaves soap residue in the dishwasher. Anyone else? Is there a fix for this
Answer:	each pack has 20 tablets if you look at the picture closely you can see this.I liked the product but found it to be very strong in scent now bear in mind I only do unscented products.
Question:	does this company test on animals
Answer:	They’re packets containing loose granules, not solid tablets, but I would think you could break one open, empty it in to a proper container, & then pour out what the manual recommends per load in to your washers designated detergent area. I don’t see why that wouldn’t work?! That may be too much trouble to go through every time though! I’m not sure if a loose form is an option? Good luck!

Product features

Safer Home

Our ingredients are plant-based, non-toxic, hypoallergenic, free of harsh chemicals, and child & pet safe.

Cleaner Planet

Our formulas safely break down within a month, our bottles are #1 PETE and single-stream accepted, and our refill pouches save more than 90% in plastic, water and energy.

Caring Community

For every purchase, we make a donation to local children and families in need. Our products are proudly made in the USA, and the artwork on every bottle helps support local artists.

Product description

Power away stubborn, stuck on food with these easy to use automatic dishwasher tablets. Made with plant based & mineral ingredients, our biodegradable, phosphate free formula effectively washes your dirty dishes, glasses and flatware without harming the planet. Now that's what we call clean.

• Powers away stuck on food & gets dishes sparkling clean

User questions & answers

Question:	After cleaning, can use use diswasher water for plants
Answer:	I'm no botanist but I'm pretty sure you can. Grey water is fine as long as you're not eating root vegetables watered with it.
Question:	Is this or another pod a substitute for Cascade Platinum, but without the chemical stench? I don't want the hard water stains or the stink
Answer:	I have a Miele and you can't use pods. I have tried all kinds of ECO friendly soap and found 7th generation works well. I also hate any smell in dish or clothes washers! When I talked to the Miele rep he said to only use a teaspoon of dish soap no matter what brand. I can now use regular stinky Cascade and I don't get any odor! Good luck
Question:	Are the tablets individual wrappers recyclable
Answer:	Type 5 is the same a plastic as bottle caps. These packets are small and thin. The large type 5 tub my generic tablets come it has a better chance of getting recycled. Unfortunate feel good do nothing product
Question:	Do they make a version without the individual plastic wrappers? i can't recycle those where i live
Answer:	I’m seeing an option now for boxes of loose powder, but the only option available (at this time) is an 8 pack of 48oz boxes for $66. If you like buying in bulk this seems like a good alternative to the individually wrapped version, though, although you’ll have to measure it out yourself or eyeball it instead of the convenience of tablets.

Product features

Ecover Natural Automatic Dishwashing Tablets

Power away stubborn, stuck-on food with these easy-to-use automatic dishwasher tablets. Made with plant-based & mineral ingredients, our biodegradable, phosphate-free formula effectively washes your dirty dishes, glasses and flatware without harming the planet. Now that’s what we call clean.

At Ecover we’re on a mission to pioneer clean. For more than 35 years, we have been creating powerful cleaning products that won’t harm the planet or the people on it.

Product description

Dishes should be odorless and clean after you wash them, right? We think so too. That's why Free & Clear Seventh Generation Dish Detergent Liquid Gel uses plant-based enzyme blends for high cleaning power without the use of dyes and fragrances. This dishwasher soap is free of phosphates and chlorine bleach, and it's biodegradable so you can always feel good about what you dish out. It is truly a great choice amongst the dishwasher detergents. For more than 25 years, Seventh Generation has been thoughtfully formulating safe and effective plant-based products that work. Really well, thanks to which this dishwasher detergent liquid is really effective. Our dishwasher liquid uses powerful plant-based ingredients like surfactants and enzymes to break down tough residue and lift away food leaving your dishes sparkling clean. Yet you can call it a natural dish soap. So how does it all work? The enzymes in this natural dish soap cut through grease and food by breaking down starch and protein-based residue while the surfactants remove dirt and grease by holding the molecules in suspension, so they can wash away. Yes, even those fussy egg stains. That's what our dishwasher soap can do. Based in Vermont, Seventh Generation is proud to be a Certified B Corporation. B Corps are certified to be better for workers, better for communities, and better for the environment. By choosing Seventh Generation products, you’re joining us in nurturing the health of the next seven generations. *Safe when used as directed

• Seventh Generation Free and Clear Advanced dishwasher gel cuts through grease leaving dishes streak-free and sparkling clean
• Safe* and effective formula of this liquid dishwasher detergent is made with plant-based ingredients
• Dishwasher detergent liquid free of fragrances, chlorine, phosphates, and dyes
• This Seventh Generation dishwasher soap has USDA Certified Biobased Product 65%
• This dishwasher detergent is made in the USA with US and imported ingredients
• Natural dish soap caring today for the next seven generations

User questions & answers

Question:	For normal size apartment dishwashers (two racks), how much do I need to put in? Like quarter-size? or double-quarter size
Answer:	Good Morning! The Sit, Snack, and Go booster is designed for use beginning around 6 months of age. The child should be able to sit up unassisted as the back does not recline.
Question:	Will it ruin a stainless steel dishwasher inside? Is it ok with metals
Answer:	Hello! I apologize for the delayed response, but I am happy to answer your question. The distance from the base of the booster to the sitting surface with the legs folded under is 3 ¼ inches. The distance from the base of the booster to the sitting surface with the legs open is 5 ¼ inches. If you have any additional questions, you are welcome to contact us directly at [email protected], using AMAZON in the subject line.
Question:	Does this detergent have Clorox in it
Answer:	The green legs are folded underneath the seat. Turn it over to release the legs.
Question:	I see soapy spots on the bottle after wash.Any similar experiences
Answer:	They seem to be the same. One daughter has the bumbo and one the tykes. They BOTH prefer the tykes as it does not pinch the baby’s thighs

Product description

Our everyday cleaning choices affect our health, the health of our families, and the health of our planet. Biokleen products are concentrated in order to leave the smallest footprint on the environment. Concentrated = Fewer Fillers = Less Waste = Less Packaging = Less Energy Used in Shipping = More Value for Everyone. Our Free & Clear Automatic Powder is fragrance free and, like all Biokleen products, is clear of dyes and brighteners. Plant-based surfactants gets off tough baked-on-food and grease, while natural oxygen bleach helps remove stains. Dishes come out spotless and free of chemical taste and residue. Say goodbye to phosphate and chlorine and hello to a clean dishes. Free of fragrance and dyes.

• Our Free & Clear Automatic Powder is fragrance free and, like all Biokleen products, is clear of dyes and brighteners
• Plant-based surfactants gets off tough baked-on-food and grease, while natural oxygen bleach helps remove stains
• Dishes come out spotless and free of chemical taste and residue
• Say goodbye to phosphate and chlorine and hello to a clean dishes
• Eco-Friendly, Non-Toxic, Plant-Based, No Artificial Fragrance, Colors or Preservatives
• Kind to those with chemical sensitivities and allergies
• No negative effects on rivers, streams, plants or wildlife
• Made in the USA

User questions & answers

Question:	Why on earth is this now restricted in california??? i used to order it all the time but now i cannot select a ca shipping address
Answer:	Its a single torch
Question:	Is this okay for septic tanks
Answer:	There should be a standard butane fill valve on the bottom. If you never filled a lighter before you should google it.
Question:	Does this product come sealed? Mine arrived with no seal, just a screw on lid
Answer:	There is a red sliding switch to adjust the flame strength on the side
Question:	Why is this unable to ship to a California Address
Answer:	There are two red "switches on the side of the gun. Smaller one on the bottom controls flame strength (fuel flow). The further to the right you slide it, the stronger (longer) the flame.

Product features

Free & Clear Automatic Dish Powder

Mineral-based technologies break down grease and food particles while oxygen bleach helps remove stains. Say goodbye to phosphate and chlorine and hello to naturally clean dishes.

Ingredients

Sodium Carbonate, Sodium Sulfate, Zeolite, Sodium Silicate, Sodium Citrate (plant based chelator), P(AA/NaHS03)_Na Salt, Hydrogen Peroxide, Amylase Blend, Protease Blend, Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Seed Extract, Glycerin, Sodium Chloride

One Man’s Vision

When Jim Rimer realized what was inside some of the cleaning products he was selling, it shook him to the core. It was the spark that sent him on a mission to create cleaning products that are safe for people, their homes, and the environment.

In 1989, Biokleen was born when Jim started making cleaning products in his garage with a drum and an ore. He even filled bottles by candle light when he couldn't pay the electricity bill. Word started getting around about the main who made plant-based cleaning products that actually worked!

It's over 30 years later and Biokleen is still committed to its cleaning for good mission and continues to win over loyal consumers.

Product description

Caring today for the next seven generations with Seventh Generation dishwasher liquid. Dishwasher Gel is septic safe.

• Seventh Generation Lemon Dishwasher Detergent Gel advanced cleaning technology cuts through grease leaving dishes streak-free and sparkling clean
• A dishwasher detergent with a safe* and effective formula made with plant-based ingredients
• This Dishwasher gel is free of synthetic fragrances, chlorine, phosphate, and dyes
• USDA Certified 65% Bio-based natural dishwasher detergent liquid
• The lemon scent of this dish detergent is derived from 100% essential oils and botanical extract
• Caring today for the next seven generations with Seventh Generation dishwasher liquid

User questions & answers

Question:	Does it have the latest formula cz earlier change they made in their formulation used to leave glasses cloudy
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Question:	Can it be used as standalone dish soap as well
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Question:	Is this product paraben-free
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Question:	Is this product tested on animals
Answer:	Dear Friend, Thanks for your question. One-step to install the driver. The 4x6 shipping printer driver is included in the U disk; just put U disk in the computer, install then the printer gets ready to work. Moreover, you can download the driver from the Phomemo Official Website (phomemo.com). Thanks. Best wishes Phomemo Service Team

Product description

When life is busy, don’t let messes slow you down. Seventh Generation dish detergent packs offer a convenient and powerful clean that blasts through tough residue to leave your dishes streak-free with just one wash, no pre-rinse necessary. Our single dose dishwasher packs come in a dissolvable PVA film that can be tossed right into the dishwasher for a hassle-free alternative to traditional powders and gels – no need to unwrap or measure. Seventh Generation Free & Clear Dishwasher Detergent Pods are made with plant-based ingredients free of fragrances, dyes, phosphates, and chlorine bleach. Because trust us, we can handle the job without them.



For more than 25 years, Seventh Generation has been thoughtfully formulating safe and effective plant-based products that work. Really well. Our dishwasher soap uses powerful plant-based ingredients like surfactants and enzymes to break down tough residue and lift away food leaving your dishes sparkling clean. So how does it all work? The dishwasher tablets enzymes cut through grease and food by breaking down starch and protein-based residue while the surfactants remove dirt and grease by holding the molecules in suspension so they can wash away. Yes, even those fussy egg stains.



Based in Vermont, Seventh Generation is proud to be a Certified B Corporation. B Corps are certified to be better for workers, better for communities, and better for the environment. By choosing Seventh Generation products, you’re joining us in nurturing the health of the next seven generations.

• Enzyme rich formula cuts through tough grease and food residue to leave dishes sparkling clean
• Free of fragrances, dyes, phosphates, and chlorine bleach
• Convenient single dose dishwasher pods, just toss right into the dishwasher
• USDA certified bio based product 78%
• Dishwasher packs come in an easy to use resealable pouch
• Caring today for the next seven generations

User questions & answers

Question:	Are these a pod of liquid or a solid powder
Answer:	I just got only 1 bottle instead of 3. I'm contacting the seller to get this resolved. Otherwise I feel cheated for having the most expensive bottle of dishwasher detergent ever.
Question:	Do they work well with hard water
Answer:	That would be 45 ounces in each bottle. So 3 bottles should = 135 ounces. More than enough to to coat your dishwasher (and dishes) with a disgusting white residue!
Question:	Does the packet wrapper dissolve in the washer or do you have to unwrap it
Answer:	You fill the little detergent holder in the door. It's pretty small and I'd say you'd only get about a tablespoon of the stuff in there, maybe less. But just fill the little dish. Then close it. (I don't have a Bosch, so I don't know how it closes.) Turn your dishwasher on and away you go. The Finish All-in-One tablets work just as well. Not sure why they recommended it for the smell. I find that I have to use dishwasher cleaner now and then (you can find that at any grocery or big box store) to get rid of the smell when we have been eating too much fish. But the Finish detergent is really excellent, especially with dried-on foods.
Question:	Is it cruelty free
Answer:	Shake it up before your first use. It should be fairly runny, but not watery.

Product description

Our natural, ultra-concentrated dishwasher gel powers through stubborn stains and stuck-on food, leaving no trace of film or cloudiness behind - just dazzlingly beautiful dishes, glasses, and utensils. Don't be surprised if the dish runs away with the spoon.

• Plant-Based Cleaning Ingredients: Formulated with powerful natural cleaning agents like soap bark, corn, and coconut.
• Powerful Clean, Naturally: Our dishwasher gel combines plant-based power and peace of mind, leaving your dishes sparkling clean and smelling fresh, naturally!
• Shake and Squirt: Into your automatic dishwasher’s detergent cup. Perfect for dishes, glasses, utensils, pots, and pans splattered with anything your kitchen can cook up!
• Cuts Through Grease & Grime: Our natural, ultra-concentrated dishwasher gel powers through stubborn stains and stuck-on food–just dazzlingly beautiful dishes, glasses, and utensils.
• Cruelty Free: BETTER LIFE is a Leaping Bunny certified company that never tests on animals.

User questions & answers

Question:	I have a GE profile dishwasher, and there are slots: one for CASCADE and one for JETDRY. Do I load the dish gel in the JETDRY compartment
Answer:	According to the imprint on the bottom of the container, yes.
Question:	Hi, I'm very interested in ordering your product, but need to know if it has a fragrance, as I am sensitive to fragrances. Thank you
Answer:	No. But as with most “push-to-dispense” bottles, the dispenser is in a “locked” position, so you have to turn it to unlock before using the first time. The bottles came in a sealed box.
Question:	How does this do with hard water? I'm looking for something to replace Cascade Platinum
Answer:	These products are very similar the Ultra Power Plus will have a little more cleaning power compared to the Powerful Clean version.
Question:	What are the ingredients
Answer:	It is fragrance free.

Product features

Better Life Natural Dishwasher Gel Detergent

Our natural, ultra-concentrated dishwasher gel powers through stubborn stains and stuck-on food, leaving no trace of film or cloudiness behind – just dazzlingly beautiful dishes, glasses, and utensils. Don’t be surprised if the dish runs away with the spoon.

Shake and squirt

Into your automatic dishwasher’s detergent cup. Perfect for dishes, glasses, utensils, pots, and pans splattered with anything your kitchen can cook up!

Ingredients