Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Classic terry
Single
Quick dry
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Best Non-Toxic Hand Towels
We vetted hand towels against the Welpr Standard and here are our top picks.
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Medical Reviewer, PhD
Here's what we look for:
- Natural fibers like organic cotton, linen, wool, and hemp
- Non-toxic dyes and low-impact finishes
- Trusted third-party certifications like GOTS & OEKO-TEX
- Brands that are transparent about sourcing, materials, and ethics
Best Non-Toxic Hand Towels
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Free From
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Plastic-free packaging
Recyclable packaging
Compostable packaging
2 pack
Quick dry
Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Plush
2 pack
Boll & Branch
Plush Hand Towels (2 Pack)
Est. Price$49
9.2
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Plush
2 pack
Boll & Branch
Turkish Ribbed Hand Towels (2 Pack)
Est. Price$59
8.7
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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on Boll & Branch
Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Ribbed
2 pack
Quick dry
Weezie
Scallop Hand Towels (2 Pack)
Est. Price$88
8.3
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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on Weezie
Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Made in EU
Hypoallergenic
Classic terry
2 pack
Quick dry
Delilah Home
100% Organic Cotton Bath Towels Collection (2 Pack)
Est. Price$70
8.0
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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Free From
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Vegan
Made in EU
EU safety standards
Hypoallergenic
0.0821917808 year warranty
Plush
2 pack
Quick dry
Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Compostable packaging
3 year warranty
Classic terry
Single
Quick dry
Weezie
Signature Hand Towels (2 Pack)
Est. Price$78
7.3
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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on Weezie
Certifications
Free From
Highlights
Made in EU
Hypoallergenic
Classic terry
2 pack
Boll & Branch
Turkish Waffle Hand Towels (2 Pack)
Est. Price$59
7.0
Performance
Ingredient Safety
Meets the Welpr Standard
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Waffle weave
2 pack
How to Swap to Non-Toxic hand towels:
Here's how to swap to non-toxic hand towels:
What to know about hand towels
Hand towels are used multiple times a day and pressed against your hands, face, and skin regularly. Because of this frequent, direct contact, the fabric they're made of and how they're finished matters more than you might think.
- Conventional towels are often made with synthetic fibers, chemical finishes for softness or quick-drying, and dyes that may not be ideal for repeated skin contact.
- Welpr focuses on what hand towels are made of — the fiber, the dye, and any treatments applied to the fabric.
Review the hand towels you already use
Check the labels on your current hand towels to see what they're made of. Look for fiber content, any mention of finishes or treatments, and where they were made.
- If the label says 100% cotton or linen with no mention of added finishes, that's a good starting point — but organic or certified options are even better.
- Prioritize checking the towels you use most often or keep in bathrooms and kitchens where they touch your face and hands throughout the day.
Get more out of the hand towels you have
If you're not ready to replace your towels right away, a few simple steps can reduce what your skin is exposed to from existing ones.
- Wash new towels at least once or twice before using them — this helps remove residual dyes, chemical finishes, and manufacturing residues.
- Use a non-toxic laundry detergent when washing towels to avoid adding synthetic fragrances or coatings back onto the fabric.
Choose cleaner hand towels
Look for hand towels made from natural fibers like organic cotton, linen, or hemp. These materials are gentle on skin and tend to avoid the synthetic treatments found in many conventional options.
- Certifications like GOTS, OEKO-TEX®, or MADE SAFE® are helpful signals, but also check that the brand is transparent about materials, dyes, and how the towels are produced.
- Click the button above to shop Welpr Approved hand towels.
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....
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,...