WelprWelpr

As an Amazon Associate, we earn from qualifying purchases. Affiliate links do not affect our ratings. Learn more.

Best Non-Toxic Baby Laundry Detergents

We vetted baby laundry detergents against the Welpr Standard and here are our top picks.

Camille May

Camille May

Cofounder & Product Curator

Olushola M. Awoyemi

Olushola M. Awoyemi

Medical Reviewer, PhD

Welpr Approved cleaning products are always free from:

  • Harsh disinfectants and irritants: bleach, ammonia, sulfates, and quats
  • Endocrine disruptors and preservatives: phthalates, parabens, BHA/BHT, triclosan
  • Unnecessary additives: optical brighteners, artificial dyes, and synthetic fragrance (unless certified safe)
  • Undisclosed or hidden ingredients

Best Non-Toxic Baby Laundry Detergents

On Welpr, terms like "non-toxic," "safer," "cleaner," "healthier," and "vetted" are editorial labels based on our own standard for product assessment. They are not guarantees, certifications, or medical claims. Learn more.

Baby Laundry Detergent Powder

Molly's Suds

Baby Laundry Detergent Powder

Est. Price$24.99
10.0
Performance
Ingredient Safety

Meets the Welpr Standard

Buy Now

on Amazon

Free email mini-course

Welpr Blueprint: Go Non-Toxic Mini-Course

The 80/20 guide to going non-toxic the easy way.

No spam. Unsubscribe anytime.

Baby Laundry Detergent Liquid

Attitude

Baby Laundry Detergent Liquid

Est. Price$29.15
9.8
Performance
Ingredient Safety

Meets the Welpr Standard

Buy Now

on Amazon

Unscented Laundry Detergent

AspenClean

Unscented Laundry Detergent

Est. Price$37.99
9.0
Performance
Ingredient Safety

Meets the Welpr Standard

Buy Now

on Amazon

Laundry Detergent

Branch Basics

Laundry Detergent

Est. Price$89
8.5
Performance
Ingredient Safety

Meets the Welpr Standard

Buy Now

on Amazon

Baby Liquid Laundry Detergent

Molly's Suds

Baby Liquid Laundry Detergent

Est. Price$24.99
8.0
Performance
Ingredient Safety

Meets the Welpr Standard

Buy Now

on Amazon

Bio Enzyme Detergent

Dirty Labs

Bio Enzyme Detergent

Est. Price$29
7.5
Performance
Ingredient Safety

Meets the Welpr Standard

Buy Now

on Amazon

Our Laundry System

HealthyBaby

Our Laundry System

Est. Price$35
7.0
Performance
Ingredient Safety

Meets the Welpr Standard

Buy Now

on HealthyBaby

How to Swap to Non-Toxic baby laundry detergents:

Here's how to swap to non-toxic baby laundry detergents:

What to know about baby laundry detergent

Baby laundry detergent touches everything your baby wears, sleeps on, and cuddles with. Residues left on fabrics after washing sit against your baby's skin all day and night, which is why the formula matters more than you might expect.

  • Babies have thinner skin than adults, so ingredients left behind on clothing and bedding can be absorbed more easily.
  • Common conventional detergents may contain synthetic fragrances, dyes, sulfates, and preservatives that can irritate sensitive skin.

Check what you're currently using

Look at the detergent you use for your baby's laundry and review the ingredient list on the back of the bottle or box. Welpr does not have a scanner for cleaning products, so you'll want to check the label yourself.

  • Look for words like "fragrance," "parfum," "dyes," or "optical brighteners" on the ingredient list — these are common signs the formula may not be ideal for baby items.
  • If your detergent doesn't list full ingredients on the packaging or the brand's website, that's a reason to look for a more transparent option.

Get more from your current detergent

If you're not ready to switch yet, a couple of small changes can help reduce residue on your baby's fabrics. This is especially worth doing for items that stay against skin for long stretches, like pajamas, swaddles, and crib sheets.

  • Run an extra rinse cycle for baby laundry to help wash away more detergent residue from fabrics.
  • Use less detergent than the recommended amount — most people use more than needed, and less soap means less residue left behind.

Choose a cleaner baby detergent

Look for detergents with simple, plant-based formulas that are free from synthetic fragrance, dyes, sulfates, and common preservatives. Unscented options are preferred since "fragrance" can contain undisclosed ingredients.

  • Choose brands that fully disclose every ingredient — if a detergent doesn't list what's in it, skip it.
  • Click the button above to shop Welpr Approved baby laundry detergents.
Camille May

Camille May

Cofounder & Product Curator

Camille May is the co-creator of Welpr and a guide for clean living. After selling her last company in the health food space, she went non-toxic while working to heal an autoimmune condition....

View full profile
Olushola M. Awoyemi

Olushola M. Awoyemi

Medical Reviewer, PhD

Olushola M. Awoyemi (aka Shola) is a board-certified toxicologist and a research scientist with a PhD in Environmental Toxicology. Shola's long-term ambition is to be recognized as a world-renowned expert in toxicology,...

View full profile