Cleaning & Laundry

Dish soap

Grease-cutting dish soaps with fragrance-free options and no unnecessary dyes.

Dishes need thorough washing and rinsing, not a lingering scent.  We favor formulas with clearly listed cleansers and preservatives and assess any added fragrance.  Plant-derived ingredients can still be concentrated cleaning agents, so use the recommended amount and rinse according to the directions.

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Poofy Organics Citrus Punch Dishwashing Liquid — 16 oz Poofy Organics Citrus Punch Dishwashing Liquid — 16 oz Why we recommend it: This handwashing liquid uses a corn-derived cleanser in place of sulfate detergents.  Lemon, lime and orange essential oils give it its citrus scent, while aloe and glycerin round out the formula.  It is not fragrance-free: choose an unscented option if essential oils irritate your skin. Materials: decyl polyglucose · vegetable glycerin · apple cider vinegar · aloe vera · lemon, lime and orange essential oils $23.00 View product
Dr. Bronner's Sal Suds Cleaning Concentrate — 32 fl oz Dr. Bronner's Sal Suds Cleaning Concentrate — 32 fl oz EWG VERIFIEDUSA PRODUCTION Why we recommend it: A concentrated option for hand-washing dishes, with plant-derived cleaning agents that cut grease and work in hard water.  The EWG VERIFIED formula lists its ingredients, including the fir and spruce oils that give it a light scent.  Use a small amount, rinse dishes thoroughly, and keep it out of the automatic dishwasher. Materials: plant-derived cleaning agents · fir and spruce oils · sodium benzoate preservative $15.99★ 4.8 · 10,000+ ratings View on Amazon
Whole Naturals Unscented Pure-Castile Soap — 64 fl oz Whole Naturals Unscented Pure-Castile Soap — 64 fl oz EWG VERIFIEDUSA PRODUCTION Why we recommend it: This U.S.-made concentrate is EWG Verified and contains no added fragrance or essential oils.  Its plant-oil soap base offers an alternative to perfumed dish detergents, with no palm oil in the formula.  For hand-washing dishes, the maker recommends a small squirt in hot running water; rinse thoroughly after washing. Materials: coconut-oil soap · olive-oil soap · glycerin $28.88★ 4.7 · 12,000+ ratings View on Amazon
La Almona Unscented Castile Liquid Soap — 1 Gallon La Almona Unscented Castile Liquid Soap — 1 Gallon USA PRODUCTION Why we recommend it: Olive-, coconut- and sunflower-oil soaps do the cleaning in this unscented liquid, with no added perfume or sulfate detergents on the label.  The gallon refills your dish-soap dispenser.  It is thinner than conventional dish liquid and may need extra scrubbing on greasy dishes; use it for handwashing, not the dishwasher. Materials: olive-oil soap · coconut-oil soap · sunflower-oil soap · aloe vera · shea butter $34.99★ 4.6 · 3,000+ ratings View on Amazon
Old Town Soap Co. Clean Lemon Dish Soap Bars — 3 Pack Old Town Soap Co. Clean Lemon Dish Soap Bars — 3 Pack USA PRODUCTION Why we recommend it: Coconut- and castor-oil soap lifts grease in a solid bar, so you can wash dishes without buying another bottle of liquid detergent.  The lemon scent comes from essential oil, not an unnamed perfume blend.  Lather a wet brush or sponge on the bar, rinse dishes well and let the soap dry between uses.  Includes three bars; not fragrance-free. Materials: saponified coconut and castor oils · lemon essential oil · sugar $22.00★ 4.6 · 88 ratings View on Amazon
ATTITUDE Unscented Dish Soap — 23.7 oz ATTITUDE Unscented Dish Soap — 23.7 oz EWG VERIFIED Why we recommend it: This unscented hand-dishwashing liquid removes grease without adding perfume to the washing-up routine.  The formula is EWG VERIFIED, with its cleansers and preservatives disclosed rather than hidden behind a short list of featured ingredients.  Use it on a sponge or in the sink, then rinse dishes thoroughly; it is not for automatic dishwashers. Materials: sodium coco-sulfate · sugar-derived cleansers · glycerin $8.27★ 4.5 · 9,000+ ratings View on Amazon
Clean People Unscented Liquid Dish Soap — Three 12-oz Bottles Clean People Unscented Liquid Dish Soap — Three 12-oz Bottles Why we recommend it: An everyday alternative to scented dish soap, this liquid combines three detergent cleansers with aloe.  Clean People describes this selected formula as fragrance-free and publishes its full ingredient list.  Some owners need a larger dose for greasy loads, so allow for that when comparing its cost with a concentrated detergent. Materials: detergent cleansers · aloe vera $19.99★ 4.5 · 800+ ratings View on Amazon
Dr. Jacobs Naturals Unscented All-in-One Castile Soap — 32 fl oz Dr. Jacobs Naturals Unscented All-in-One Castile Soap — 32 fl oz USA PRODUCTION Why we recommend it: This unscented, U.S.-made soap concentrate offers one simple formula for wiping washable surfaces or washing dishes by hand.  Coconut- and olive-oil soap do the cleaning, without added perfume.  Dilute for the job, test delicate surfaces first and rinse dishes thoroughly.  It is a cleaner, not a disinfectant, and comes in a plastic bottle. Materials: saponified coconut and olive oils · glycerin · aloe vera $17.22★ 4.5 · 100+ ratings View on Amazon
La Licorne Olive-Oil Marseille Dish Soap Cube — 300 g La Licorne Olive-Oil Marseille Dish Soap Cube — 300 g Why we recommend it: This olive-oil soap gives you a simple solid option for washing dishes by hand.  Its five-ingredient formula includes no added perfume or dye, although the soap has an earthy olive scent that some owners dislike.  Work up a lather with a wet brush or sponge, rinse dishes thoroughly, and let the cube dry between uses.  It is not dishwasher detergent. Materials: olive-oil soap · glycerin $17.95★ 4.5 · 100+ ratings View on Amazon
Vermont Soap Simply Unscented Castile Soap — 64 fl oz Vermont Soap Simply Unscented Castile Soap — 64 fl oz USA PRODUCTION Why we recommend it: Coconut-, olive- and jojoba-oil soap handles everyday dishwashing without added perfume or dyes.  This Vermont-made concentrate is a straightforward choice for hand-washing dishes: apply it full-strength to a sponge or dish brush, scrub, then rinse well.  The formula also contains aloe and rosemary extract. Materials: coconut-oil soap · olive-oil soap · jojoba-oil soap · aloe vera $35.00★ 4.4 · 1,000+ ratings View on Amazon
Brittanie's Thyme Unscented Castile Soap — Two 32 fl oz Bottles Brittanie's Thyme Unscented Castile Soap — Two 32 fl oz Bottles USA PRODUCTION Why we recommend it: This concentrated castile soap lets you wash dishes without a lingering added scent.  Olive- and coconut-derived soaps lift everyday grease; the five-ingredient label has no perfume or essential oils.  Dilute one part soap with ten parts water and rinse thoroughly.  For washing dishes by hand, not in a dishwasher. Materials: olive-oil soap · coconut-oil soap · glycerin $19.99★ 4.3 · 1,000+ ratings View on Amazon
Zero Waste MVMT Solid Dish Soap Bar — Bergamot & Lime, 5.5 oz Zero Waste MVMT Solid Dish Soap Bar — Bergamot & Lime, 5.5 oz Why we recommend it: Coconut-oil soap and castor oil make this a simple solid alternative to bottled dish detergent, with bergamot and lime oils providing the scent.  Rub a wet brush or cloth over the bar and rinse dishes well.  Keep it dry between uses; soap film can be a drawback, particularly in hard-water homes. Materials: saponified coconut oil · castor oil · bergamot essential oil · lime essential oil $12.99★ 4.3 · 600+ ratings View on Amazon
Bestowed Essentials Unscented Solid Dish Soap — 11.5 oz Bestowed Essentials Unscented Solid Dish Soap — 11.5 oz USA PRODUCTION Why we recommend it: Olive- and coconut-oil soap cleans dishes without added perfume in this unscented bar.  French green clay and sea salt round out the short ingredient list.  Rub a wet brush or sponge over the block for handwashing, then let it dry between uses.  The solid format replaces a bottle of liquid dish soap.  Tray and sponge shown are not included. Materials: olive- and coconut-oil soap · French green clay · sea salt $15.00 View product
LüSa Original Citrus Solid Dish Soap, 4 oz LüSa Original Citrus Solid Dish Soap, 4 oz USA PRODUCTION Why we recommend it: This Wisconsin-made dish bar replaces a bottled liquid with coconut- and olive-oil soap, sea salt and French green clay.  Sweet orange essential oil supplies the citrus scent, so it is not a fragrance-free choice.  Rub a wet cloth or brush over the bar for hand-washing dishes, rinse well, and let it dry between uses; it is not dishwasher detergent. Materials: plant-oil soap · French green clay · orange oil $7.75 View product
Simple Alchemy Co Unscented Solid Dish Soap, 15 oz Simple Alchemy Co Unscented Solid Dish Soap, 15 oz USA PRODUCTION Why we recommend it: This substantial, unscented block gives a dish brush a solid soap surface without adding perfume to the sink.  Simple Alchemy combines three saponified plant oils with soapberry powder and packs the US-made block without a plastic bottle.  Rotate it occasionally and let it drain between uses so one face does not wear into a hollow; wash by hand and rinse thoroughly. Materials: plant-oil soap · soapberry powder $29.95 View product
Wild Rye Soapery Lemon Solid Dish Soap Refill Wild Rye Soapery Lemon Solid Dish Soap Refill Why we recommend it: Wild Rye's refill keeps a reusable soap holder in service instead of supplying another bottle or dish.  Made in Bend, Oregon, its coconut-, olive- and castor-oil soap has a lemon-essential-oil scent, with no unnamed perfume blend in the recipe.  Work a damp brush over the bar, hand wash and rinse; choose an unscented option if you avoid scented cleaners. Materials: plant-oil soap · citric acid · lemon oil $12.00 View product

What we avoid

These are category-level exclusions when materials or treatments are disclosed.  Each product card explains why we recommend it and lists the disclosed materials.

Chlorine & ammonia Synthetic fragrance Optical brighteners Quats