https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use Style Advice for Fashion Lovers en-US Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:46:08 +0000 http://bbpress.org/?v=1.0.2 q https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/search.php https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use/page/2#post-1591298 Tue, 08 Dec 2015 14:08:51 +0000 Esther 1591298@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Have you looked in to making your own? I have a ton of laundry and originally started because of cost, but it is really easy and I think it does a good job. And a couple of my kids have sensitive skin and do well with this detergent. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use#post-1590851 Mon, 07 Dec 2015 06:13:59 +0000 Rambling Ann 1590851@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Costco unscented eco-warrior stuff, but I've been thinking about making my own. (<a rel="nofollow" href="http://http://www.thesimpledollar.com/how-to-make-your-own-laundry-detergent-and-save-big-money/">example</a>&nbsp;but not sure it's the recipe I'll use). We don't do so much laundry here that it would necessarily be worth the effort, but it's a simple recipe that would give someone with allergies a lot of control over ingredients. </p> <p>Use vinegar scented with essential oils for fabric softener because we line dry everything. It doesn't really make the jeans less stiff, but 10 minutes in the dryer on air only with a tennis ball and DH doesn't mind. He never complains, but the extra effort is worth it.</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use#post-1590680 Sun, 06 Dec 2015 21:23:05 +0000 Greyscale 1590680@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I use various unscented detergents. Seventh Generation, Ecover Zero (this one says not for silk or wool, as it has enzymes to remove protein stains), Planet, or Vaska -- whichever is available / on sale at the store I happen to be at when I think of it. I just got some handwashing detergent by Planet.</p> <p>I'm very sensitive to fragrances and some other chemicals but had never thought about preservatives in detergent - I know they're a problem for me in some face products and in contact lens solution. What was your allergy testing? Do you have contact allergies (skin rash) or other effects? I get headaches, itchy eyes, or upset stomach, and sometimes I wish I had a complete list of ingredients to avoid, but usually I just play it really safe and try all cosmetics before buying.</p> <p>Fabric softener / dryer sheet fragrance is the worst, for me. All the others are only a problem on myself / my sheets / sometimes on my partner, but dryer sheets make it hard for me to be in the same room as someone who uses them. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use#post-1590486 Sun, 06 Dec 2015 02:05:05 +0000 DonnaF 1590486@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I like Charlie's Soap (powdered) because it rinses out so well; it is marketed to use on baby clothes.&nbsp; A half cup of vinegar in the rinse water also helps to neutralize detergent. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use#post-1590357 Sat, 05 Dec 2015 15:22:03 +0000 Nebraskim 1590357@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>All Free and Clear HE because it's less expensive than Tide and my husband does not like the "smell" of scented detergent. Long ago a dermatologist told me to not use any type of fabric softener (neither the in-washer or most especially dryer sheets) so we don't use those at all. We have an HE washer, so we use detergent formulated for HE and I use the most minimal amount. I spent a couple days at my brother's house recently and they have newly installed water softener system that was amazing to me in terms of my skin feeling softer after a shower. My spouse hates soft water, so we do not use a system. But with a system, you need less detergent and the water is easier on your skin, your clothing and your appliances. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use#post-1590324 Sat, 05 Dec 2015 13:14:21 +0000 Scarlet 1590324@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Persil--leading German brand now sold at Walmart. For actual wool I love Eucalan. I use Persil Sensitive because I have problems with a lot of laundry detergents.</p> <p><a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.walmart.com/ip/Persil-ProClean-Power-Liquid-Sensitive-Skin-Liquid-Laundry-Detergent-100-fl-oz/42417860"><a href="http://www.walmart.com/ip/Persil-ProClean-Power-Liquid-Sensitive-Skin-Liquid-Laundry-Detergent-100-f" rel="nofollow">http://www.walmart.com/ip/Pers.....gent-100-f</a>...</a></p> <p>If that doesn't work for you, I have seen Dreft marketed for baby clothes. Maybe worth a look. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use#post-1590287 Sat, 05 Dec 2015 05:06:39 +0000 Jennifer 1590287@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p><strong></strong>Ecos Liquid Laundry Detergent Free &amp; Clear HE.<strong></strong><strong></strong> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use#post-1590143 Fri, 04 Dec 2015 18:47:45 +0000 Carla 1590143@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Tide Free at half the suggested measure, and as many rinse cycles as the machine allows! Too many skin issues in our household to mess around. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use#post-1590128 Fri, 04 Dec 2015 17:30:57 +0000 Gwennie 1590128@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have allergies and use Palmolive dish soap which I've found hasn't been a problem. The other detergent I use periodically is biokleen. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use#post-1589970 Fri, 04 Dec 2015 06:17:20 +0000 Gigi 1589970@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I use Watkins detergent, which is available at my co-op.&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="https://www.jrwatkins.com/products/ae394fe8-c274-42ae-8d66-27bbecfdcb8f/">https://www.jrwatkins.com/prod.....becfdcb8f/</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use#post-1589810 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 22:17:28 +0000 Laura (rhubarbgirl) 1589810@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm also a Tide Free person, and have also used the Method free &amp; clear (it's concentrated and they sell refills in bags so you don't use as much plastic). </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use#post-1589808 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 22:07:06 +0000 Elle 1589808@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>For the washing machine, I use Tide Free and Clear and use slightly less than the mark on the cap ( Dr. Bonner's for hand washing). &nbsp;</p> <p>Good luck! &nbsp;Finding the right product can be frustrating. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use#post-1589792 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 21:34:39 +0000 greycat6 1589792@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I use the Costco Free and Clear in my HE washer. &nbsp;My DS's skin is extra sensitive and he has no issues with it.</p> <p>Good luck! </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use#post-1589740 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 18:39:22 +0000 Anonymous 1589740@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Also, don't use fabric softener. It's better and cheaper to use baking soda in the wash water. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use#post-1589725 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 18:09:48 +0000 Peri 1589725@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Looks like the All is winning. I'm going to start with that. The 7th Generation stuff is on my approved list though, so I may be considering that. I can tell from the ingredient list that the All is okay though, and certainly less expensive.&nbsp;</p> <p>Thanks!!</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use#post-1589713 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 17:59:51 +0000 Aziraphale 1589713@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I'm no help, I use Woolite too. :-)</p> <p>Sorry to hear about you allergy woes. Glad you got it sorted out. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use#post-1589706 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 17:49:03 +0000 Robin 1589706@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Seventh Generation Free &amp; Clear all the way.</p> <p>It does a great job on my clothes.</p> <p>For handwashing bras I use Dr. Bronner unscented liquid soap.</p> <p>Need to find a mild, less-sudsy product for handwashing larger items though.</p> <p> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use#post-1589703 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 17:14:25 +0000 Diana 1589703@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Oh, yes, I also almost always use less detergent than recommended by the manufacturer unless the laundry is really dirty... for the All, I fill it maybe 2/3 of the way to the line although I'm not super careful.&nbsp; I think that most manufacturer's tend to recommend using too much so they can sell more!&nbsp; Anyway, using less really cuts down on the amount of residue left behind and is better for your clothes, particularly if you primarily wash with cold water.</p> <p>Agree with Jaileen that shampoo (baby shampoo is often recommended bc it has the least additives) is good for handwashing woolens and delicates.&nbsp; Dish soap (blue Dawn is the recommended type) also works well. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use#post-1589697 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 17:02:45 +0000 Anonymous 1589697@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Tide Free HE, which I get at Costco.&nbsp; Cleans very well and is free of scents and dyes. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use#post-1589642 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 15:07:48 +0000 JAileen 1589642@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>What about Dreft? When my son was a baby everything caused a rash. So I used Dreft and did an extra rinse at the end. </p> <p>When you said Woolite I thought of handwashing. For handwashing items, such as handknits, I use baby shampoo. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use#post-1589624 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 14:33:42 +0000 Glory 1589624@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Hi Peri. I just started using this product from Nellie. So far so good and it has been about 3 weeks. the list of ingredients is avl online.&nbsp;<a rel="nofollow" href="http://www.nelliesallnatural.com/">http://www.nelliesallnatural.com/</a></p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use#post-1589613 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 14:11:12 +0000 Joyce B 1589613@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>Arm and Hammer scent and dye free or Tide sensitive. Also, I do a second rinse for all my laundry. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use#post-1589604 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 13:37:31 +0000 Anonymous 1589604@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>All Free &amp; Clear for most loads. Tide Free &amp; Clear for heavy loads such as bath towels. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use#post-1589598 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 13:19:22 +0000 Anonymous 1589598@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I use Tide Free HE. I use very little of it and use the level on the cap instead of the level marker in the washing machine dispenser. Before starting to do this, I once stopped and opened the machine during the rinse cycle and was surprised to see the amount of suds left so I ran another cycle with just water. I also do not use fabric softener or sheets. Did have an allergic reaction to Downy a very long time ago. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use#post-1589586 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 12:00:50 +0000 kkards 1589586@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>my mom, who also has many skin allergies has been using All Free and Clear forever and ever….plus my mom has a degree and worked for many years as a textile chemist, so this also passed her professional tests.&nbsp;</p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use#post-1589581 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 11:47:16 +0000 JamC 1589581@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I am following your ongoing allergy story. I have not done testing but know there must be allergens causing my intense itchiness. I have switched to a hair dye without PPD; this has decreased my symptoms but not alleviated all. I may pursue the testing. A list of safe products sounds great!<br /> I use All Free &amp; Clear laundry detergent also. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use#post-1589548 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 08:47:33 +0000 rachylou 1589548@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>All Free &amp; Clear also. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use#post-1589509 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 03:52:33 +0000 abc 1589509@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I have lots of environmental allergies (cats, dogs, feathers, all sorts of tree pollens, etc) and I use the old school Tide (it's HE compatible too). Good luck on your allergy journey. I know it's no fun. My mom went through something similar fairly recently and hers turned out to be her hair color of all things. </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use#post-1589506 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 03:45:12 +0000 Diana 1589506@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I use All Free and Clear, the original one without OxiClean (because Oxi residue irritates my skin) for my regular laundry. I'm not allergic to most detergents, but I find most scented detergents way too strong and sometimes headache-inducing.&nbsp; The All Free and Clear has no smell (and no dyes either if that's an issue for you), and is fairly mild (doesn't destroy your clothes) but I think it gets things plenty clean.&nbsp; For handwashing, particularly knits, I use Eucalan woolwash, the grapefruit scented one.&nbsp; The Eucalan does have essential oils which may bother some people, and they do occasionally make certain dyes bleed, in which case I just use the All.&nbsp; </p> <p><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Fine-Fabric-Wash-16-9-Grapefruit/dp/B001DEJMQ0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&amp;qid=1449113968&amp;sr=8-1&amp;keywords=eucalan+grapefruit" rel="nofollow"><a href="http://www.amazon.com/Fine-Fabric-Wash-16-9-Grapefruit/dp/B001DEJMQ0/ref=sr_1_1?ie=UTF8&#038;qid=1449" rel="nofollow">http://www.amazon.com/Fine-Fab.....8;qid=1449</a>...</a> </p> https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/topic/what-laundry-detergent-do-you-use#post-1589505 Thu, 03 Dec 2015 03:43:11 +0000 Laurinda 1589505@https://youlookfab.com/welookfab/ <p>I've used <b>Arm &amp; Hammer Liquid, Perfume and Dye Free</b> for the past decade or so. I'm no laundry detergent connoisseur, but it does the job and has no scent that I can detect. It has never bothered my easily irritated skin. Best wishes finding something that works well for you. </p>