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Best Non-Toxic Dishwasher Detergents

We vetted dishwasher 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 Dishwasher 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.

Dishwasher Detergent

Dirty Labs

Dishwasher Detergent

Est. Price$22
10.0
Performance
Ingredient Safety

Meets the Welpr Standard

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Wave Auto Dishwasher Gel (Pack of 2)

ECOS

Wave Auto Dishwasher Gel (Pack of 2)

Est. Price$14.33
8.0
Performance
Ingredient Safety

Meets the Welpr Standard

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Dishwasher Detergent Tablets

Blueland

Dishwasher Detergent Tablets

Est. Price$20.99
9.5
Performance
Ingredient Safety

Meets the Welpr Standard

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Dishwasher Tablets

Branch Basics

Dishwasher Tablets

Est. Price$60
9.2
Performance
Ingredient Safety

Meets the Welpr Standard

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Dishwasher Detergent Powder

Pronounce

Dishwasher Detergent Powder

Est. Price$26.95
9.0
Performance
Ingredient Safety

Meets the Welpr Standard

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Dishwasher Detergent

Earthley Wellness

Dishwasher Detergent

Est. Price$30.99
7.5
Performance
Ingredient Safety

Meets the Welpr Standard

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Dishwasher Gel

Better Life

Dishwasher Gel

Est. Price$39.99
7.0
Performance
Ingredient Safety

Meets the Welpr Standard

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How to Swap to Non-Toxic dishwasher detergents:

Here's how to swap to non-toxic dishwasher detergents:

What to know about dishwasher detergent

Dishwasher detergent touches every plate, glass, and utensil your family eats from. Residue from the wash cycle can stay on surfaces, which means the formula matters even though you're not applying it directly to your skin.

  • Many conventional formulas contain synthetic fragrances, optical brighteners, or harsh sulfates that can leave behind residue on dishes.
  • Because you eat and drink off these surfaces daily, dishwasher detergent is worth prioritizing among your cleaning products.

Review what you already use

Check the label or product page for your current dishwasher detergent. Look for a full ingredient list and watch for vague terms like "proprietary blend" or undisclosed fragrances.

  • Flag products that list "fragrance" or "parfum" without specifying what's in it — transparent brands will disclose every ingredient.
  • Look for optical brighteners, dyes, bleach, ammonia, or harsh sulfates like SLS and SLES on the ingredient list.

Get more from your current detergent

If you're not ready to switch yet, a couple of small adjustments can help reduce residue left on your dishes after a cycle.

  • Run an extra rinse cycle or use the "sanitize" setting if your dishwasher has one — this helps wash away more detergent residue.
  • Use the recommended amount or slightly less; extra detergent doesn't clean better and can leave more residue behind.

Choose a cleaner replacement

Look for dishwasher detergents with a full, transparent ingredient list and no added synthetic fragrance. Fragrance-free or essential-oil-scented formulas with simple, plant-based ingredients are a good place to start.

  • Certifications like EWG VERIFIED™ or MADE SAFE® are helpful signals, but also check that the brand discloses every ingredient — transparency is key.
  • Click the button above to shop Welpr Approved dishwasher detergent.
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....

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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,...

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