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The Best Non-Toxic Shower Curtains

We vetted shower curtains against the Welpr Standard and here are our top picks.

Camille May

Cofounder & Product Curator

Olushola M. Awoyemi

Medical Reviewer, PhD

Here's what we look for:

Natural fibers like organic cotton, linen, wool, and hemp
Natural or low-impact dyes, free from azo dyes
Trusted third-party certifications like GOTS & OEKO-TEX
Transparent sourcing, materials, and manufacturing practices

The Best Non-Toxic Shower Curtains

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.

Meets the Welpr Standard

Top Pick

Quince

European Linen Shower Curtain

Highlights: Compostable packaging, Recycled materials, Fabric only

8.8

Performance score

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Quince
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Made from European flax linen rather than plastic or synthetic fabric, so it's a non-toxic shower curtain option that also avoids that stiff, plasticky feel common in conventional curtains.
Pre-washed before it ships, which gives it a soft, slightly relaxed drape from day one. Linen continues to soften with each wash rather than breaking down.
You'll need a separate waterproof liner behind it. The linen itself is breathable but not waterproof, so it functions more as the visible, decorative layer.
Quince sources directly from factories and skips the traditional retail supply chain, which is how they price this around half of what comparable linen shower curtains from Parachute, West Elm, or CB2 cost.
Available in seven colors ranging from white and ivory to dusty blue and desert sunset, so there's more range than most linen curtain options in this category.

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Meets the Welpr Standard

Parachute Home

Linen Shower Curtain

Free From: Azo Dye Free, Formaldehyde Free, Heavy Metal Free, Low VOC, PFAS Free, Phthalate Free
Certified: OEKO-TEX Standard 100
Highlights: Made in EU, Fabric only, Machine washable

8.2

Performance score

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Parachute Home
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Garment-washed linen with a medium-to-light weight and subtly textured feel. It has that relaxed, slightly rumpled look from day one rather than needing multiple washes to break in.
Linen is naturally a fabric option for non-toxic shower curtains because it doesn't require the vinyl or plastic coatings found in conventional curtains. You'll want a separate liner behind it, though, since linen alone won't block water.
Loomed from European flax and manufactured in Portugal at a family-owned factory. Parachute specifically avoids artificial softening with silicon or formaldehyde, so the texture you feel is the fabric in its natural state.
Stitched buttonholes along the top hem instead of metal grommets, so it hangs directly from standard shower curtain rings or hooks.
Linen gets softer with each wash. It's machine washable on a cold delicate cycle, though it does need to be line dried or tumble dried low promptly to avoid shrinkage.

Meets the Welpr Standard

All Cotton and Linen

Cotton Shower Curtains

Highlights: 100% cotton, Soft durable fabric, Machine washable, Gentle tumble dry, Wrinkle and fade resistant, Hooks not included

8.2

Performance score

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All Cotton and Linen
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Soft, durable 100% cotton fabric gives the curtain a cloth texture, with a plain solid-color design rather than a printed pattern.
The size range includes 52- and 72-inch widths, with lengths up to 120 inches. The 108- and 120-inch options provide extra length for taller ceilings or elevated shower rods.
It can fit modern, farmhouse, minimalist, rustic, coastal, or boho bathroom styling, with neutral and colored options for a coordinated look.
Machine-washable fabric is paired with resistance to wrinkles and color fading, helping it keep a neater appearance through routine care.
Each purchase includes one curtain panel; hooks are not included.

Meets the Welpr Standard

Boll & Branch

Waffle Shower Curtain

Free From: Azo Dye Free, Chlorine Free, Flame Retardant Free, Formaldehyde Free, Heavy Metal Free, Low VOC, PFAS Free, Phthalate Free
Certified: Fair Trade International, GOTS Certified, OEKO-TEX Standard 100
Highlights: Fabric only, Machine washable

8.2

Performance score

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Boll & Branch
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Made from long-staple organic cotton in a micro-waffle weave, so it's a fabric curtain, not plastic or vinyl. If you're looking for a non-toxic shower curtain, cotton is about as straightforward as it gets.
The texture is plush but springy, with small dimensional peaks and valleys across the surface. It's adapted from Boll & Branch's waffle bed blanket, scaled down to a tighter weave for the shower.
Fabric gets loftier with repeated washing rather than breaking down. A natural enzyme wash during manufacturing softens the threads without harsh chemical finishing.
Cotton is breathable and absorbent, which means it will get wet (unlike a plastic liner). You'll likely want a separate liner behind it, though the brand doesn't include one.
Boll & Branch directly sources their raw materials rather than outsourcing, and requires Fair Trade certified factories. They've helped 10 factories achieve that certification since launching in 2014.

Meets the Welpr Standard

Weezie

Signature Shower Curtain

Free From: Azo Dye Free, Formaldehyde Free, Heavy Metal Free, Low VOC, PFAS Free, Phthalate Free
Certified: OEKO-TEX Standard 100
Highlights: Made in EU, Fabric only, Machine washable

8.2

Performance score

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Weezie
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Cotton pique fabric with a straight edge and white piping, so the look is clean and tailored rather than decorative. Weezie also makes scalloped versions if you want something with more detail.
Available in standard and long lengths, which matters if your shower rod is mounted higher than usual or you want the curtain to hang closer to the floor.
Customizable with monogramming, embroidery, or applique, all done by Weezie's in-house embroidery team in Atlanta.
Dry clean only, which is worth knowing upfront. You can't toss it in the wash with your other linens.
If you're looking for non-toxic shower curtains, this one is cotton rather than vinyl or synthetic, and it's produced at a family-owned factory in Portugal that also makes Weezie's towels and robes.

Meets the Welpr Standard

Parachute Home

Organic Cloud Cotton Shower Curtain

Free From: Azo Dye Free, Chlorine Free, Flame Retardant Free, Formaldehyde Free, Heavy Metal Free, Low VOC, PFAS Free, Phthalate Free
Certified: GOTS Certified, OEKO-TEX Standard 100
Highlights: Fabric only, Machine washable

8.2

Performance score

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Parachute Home
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Made from four layers of organic long-staple Turkish cotton in a gauze construction, so the fabric is light and airy rather than heavy or plasticky like vinyl or polyester alternatives.
Garment washed and pre-shrunk before it ships, which means the texture is already soft out of the package and the fit won't change after the first wash.
Yarn dyed rather than printed, so the color is woven into the fibers. This makes it more resistant to fading over time.
Cotton is not waterproof, so you'll need a separate liner behind it to keep water off the floor. Parachute sells one separately.
If you're specifically looking for non-toxic shower curtains, cotton is one of the simplest options since it avoids the off-gassing issues associated with PVC and vinyl curtains. Machine washable, too.

Meets the Welpr Standard

The Citizenry

Stonewashed Linen Shower Curtain

Free From: Azo Dye Free, Formaldehyde Free, Heavy Metal Free, Low VOC, PFAS Free, Phthalate Free
Certified: Fair Trade International, OEKO-TEX Standard 100
Highlights: Made in EU, Fabric only, Machine washable

8.2

Performance score

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The Citizenry
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Linen is naturally breathable and moisture-wicking, so it dries faster than heavier cotton curtains and resists that damp, musty buildup common in bathrooms.
Each curtain is garment-dyed and stonewashed, which gives the fabric a soft, relaxed drape right out of the package rather than the stiff feel you get with most new shower curtains.
Sold as curtain only or with a hanging set that includes a mold-resistant, machine-washable liner and 12 stainless steel rings. Linen on its own isn't waterproof, so you'll want a liner behind it.
Woven at a family-run linen mill in Portugal that has been operating for generations, making it one of the few non-toxic shower curtains traceable to a specific facility rather than a generic overseas supplier.
The Citizenry's entire product line is made under fair trade conditions audited by the World Fair Trade Organization, and the brand pays on average 2x the fair trade wage requirement.

Meets the Welpr Standard

Parachute Home

Waffle Shower Curtain

Free From: Azo Dye Free, Formaldehyde Free, Heavy Metal Free, Low VOC, PFAS Free, Phthalate Free
Certified: OEKO-TEX Standard 100
Highlights: Fabric only, Machine washable

8.1

Performance score

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Parachute Home
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Woven from Turkish cotton in a chunky waffle weave, so it has real texture and body rather than the flat, plasticky feel of vinyl or polyester non-toxic shower curtains.
The fabric is space-dyed before weaving, which gives it a subtle heathered look instead of a flat solid color.
Stitched button holes along the top hem instead of grommets, so it hangs from standard shower curtain hooks or rings without a plastic liner built in. Parachute sells a separate liner if you want one.
Pre-shrunk, so it can be machine washed on a cold delicate cycle without changing size. It does need to be line dried.
Part of Parachute's waffle collection (robe, towels, shower curtain), all made from the same Turkish cotton weave, if you want a coordinated bathroom look.

How to Swap to Non-Toxic shower curtains:

Here's how to swap to non-toxic shower curtains:

What to know about shower curtains

Shower curtains hang in a warm, humid space where you spend time undressed, so the materials they're made of matter. Many conventional curtains are made from PVC (vinyl) or other synthetic plastics that can release odors and volatile compounds, especially when new or heated by steam. Welpr focuses on what the curtain is made of — prioritizing natural fibers and safer materials over treated synthetics.

Shower curtains sit in close proximity to your skin and face in a small, enclosed space with limited airflow, which increases what you breathe in.
That strong "new shower curtain smell" from vinyl curtains is a sign of chemical off-gassing from the plastic material.

Check your current shower curtain

Look at the label or packaging of your current shower curtain to see what it's made of. The material is the most important thing to identify.

If the label says PVC, vinyl, or EVA, it's a plastic-based curtain — PVC is the most concerning, while EVA is a step up but still synthetic.
Look for curtains made from organic cotton, linen, hemp, or other natural fibers — these are the materials Welpr prioritizes.

Use your current shower curtain more safely

If you're not ready to replace your curtain right away, a few simple habits can help reduce what you're exposed to. This is especially useful if you have a vinyl or plastic curtain.

Turn on the bathroom fan or open a window during and after showers to increase ventilation and clear any off-gassing from the curtain.
If you just bought a new plastic curtain, unroll it and let it air out in a well-ventilated space (like a garage or porch) for a few days before hanging it.

Choose a cleaner shower curtain

Look for shower curtains made from natural fibers like organic cotton, linen, or hemp. These materials don't off-gas and work well in the bathroom when paired with a simple liner or proper drying habits.

Avoid curtains made from PVC or vinyl, and be cautious of vague claims like "eco-friendly" without details on the actual materials — check what the curtain is made of, not just how it's marketed.
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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

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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