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DETERGENT INFORMATION
This list was compiled based on feedback from our customers and suppliers. We are not detergent experts, and this list is by no means definitive; it is intended as a resource. Since ingredient lists for detergents are not always readily available, we erred on the side of caution and have not recommended detergents with unknown ingredients.
Many factors can affect the way a detergent works for you: differences in water quality, washing machines and the ratio of water to detergent. Some detergents with additives can cause problems for one family, but pose no issues for the next. Because of this, your safest bet is to stick with a detergent that is zero-residue. That said, keep in mind, that most detergents when used in moderation will not cause a residue problem.
Whichever detergent you choose, make sure to use a reasonable quantity. If using a zero-residue detergent, stick to the lower end of the amount recommended on the package. If you are using anything other than a zero-residue detergent, use about 1/2 of what the manufacturer recommends in a top loading washing machine, and reduce to • for a front loader or HE machine. This will give you enough detergent to clean properly but not enough to create a residue. Make sure your diapers are being rinsed well in plenty of water. Check out our washing guide for more information.
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PRODUCT
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USEFUL INFO and/or WHY NOT RECOMMENDED
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2x Ultra Sunlight
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NO
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Brighteners
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7th Generation liquid, Baby
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NO
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Enzymes
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7th Generation powder
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NO
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Enzymes
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7th Generation Free & Clear
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NO
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Enzymes.
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7th Generation Delicate Care
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YES
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Ace Powder
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NO
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Enzymes
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AJAX All-Purpose powder
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NO
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Brighteners
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All Free and Clear
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NO
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Anti-allergens/brighteners
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All Baby
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NO
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Brighteners
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All w/stain lifters
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NO
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Full of extra ingredients
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Allen's Naturally liquid/powder
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YES
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Arm & Hammer liquid laundry detergent essentials
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MAYBE
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There are natural oils. Should be fine if used in moderation.
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Arm & Hammer Fabric Care
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NO
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Full of extra ingredients.
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Arm & Hammer Sensitive Skin Perfume Free and Dye Free
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NO
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Brighteners
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Attitude Fragrance Free
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MAYBE
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Compete ingredient list unavailable
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Bi-O-Kleen All Temperature liquid/powder
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MAYBE
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Reports of repellency issues with pocket diapers - perhaps caused by natural extracts or degreasers.
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Bi-O-Kleen laundry liquid
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MAYBE
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Reports of repellency issues with pocket diapers - perhaps caused by natural extracts or degreasers.
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Bi-O-Kleen Premium Plus All Temperature Powder
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NO
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Enzymes
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Biovert Detergent
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NO
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Some reports of residue
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Biovert Stain Remover
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YES
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Low additive oxygen bleach
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Bo Bébé Ultra Baby
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YES
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Cheer/Cheer Free
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NO
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Enzymes and brighteners
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Charlie's Soap
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YES
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The liquid leaves zero residue and is cost effective. The powder has not been tested.
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Claudia's Choices
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YES
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Zero residue
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Country Save Liquid
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MAYBE
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Has not been tested for use with diapers
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Country Save Powder
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YES
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Certified non residue by manufacturer
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Down East Liquid Laundry Detergent
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YES
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Dreft
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NO
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Enzymes and brighteners
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Earth Friendly Products Baby Hypoallergenic
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NO
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Soy Softener
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Ecos Free & Clear
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MAYBE
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Some reports of residue in hard water conditions
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Ecos w/ soy softener
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NO
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Fabric softener
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Ecover
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NO
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Some reports of residue
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Envirorite
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NO
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Complete ingredient list unavailable
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Era
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NO
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Enzymes, brighteners
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Fab
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NO
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Complete ingredient list unavailable.
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Fresh Start
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NO
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Complete ingredient list unavailable.
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Gain w/bleach
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NO
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Enzymes
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Ivory Snow liquid/powder
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NO
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Enzymes
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Jewel Ultra Original
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NO
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Enzymes
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Hydrox
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YES
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Safe bleach alternative if used in moderation
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Kirklands Signature
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NO
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Brighteners
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La Parisienne - Delicate Care ; Dye & Perfume Free
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YES
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Laundry Tarts
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MAYBE
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Contains sodium bicarbonate which is not recommended for bamboo fabrics
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Legacy of Clean: Delicate Fine
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NO
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Soaps, brighteners, enzymes
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Lemieux
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NO
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Oily softener could leave residue
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Method
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NO
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Enzymes, brighteners
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Mountain Green Ultra, Skin Sensitive, Baby
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MAYBE
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Recommended by many users but does contain natural oils
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Mountain Green Baby Free & Clear
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YES
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Mrs. Meyer's
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NO
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Enzymes
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Nature Clean Regular
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YES
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Powder and liquid are OK
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Nature Clean 3x Concentrate
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MAYBE
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Contains sodium bicarbonate which is not recommended for bamboo fabrics
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Nellie's
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YES
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Omaiki
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MAYBE
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Complete ingredient list unavailable
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Oxyboost
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YES
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Oxygenated bleach with no other additives
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Oxi-clean
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NO
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Complete ingredient list unavailable
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Oxi-Prime powder
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MAYBE
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Has oxygenated bleach in formula
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Planet Delicate Laundry Wash, Hypo-allergenic
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MAYBE
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Recommended by many but no evidence as to zero residue
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Planet Ultra Powdered Hypo-allergenic
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MAYBE
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Contains cellulase, which is not recommended for bamboo fabrics
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Presidents Choice 2x Ultra
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NO
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Enzymes
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Presidents Choice Green Coldwater
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NO
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Complete ingredient list unavailable
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Purex, Purex Free & Clear, Purex Baby
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NO
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Brighteners
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Rockin' Green Cloth Diaper Detergent
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YES
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SA8
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NO
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Brighteners, enzymes
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SA8 Bioquest Concentrated
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NO
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Soaps, brighteners, enzymes
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Savon de Marseilles
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NO
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Soaps can leave a residue, causing leaks
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Sears Ultra Concentrated, powder
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NO
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Enzymes
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Sensi-Clean (Sportwash)
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YES
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Confirmed zero residue by the manufacturer
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Shaklee liquid
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NO
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Enzymes
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Simply Clean
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NO
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Brighteners
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Soap Nuts
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NO
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Not enough information available
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Souris Verte
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MAYBE
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Complete ingredient list unavailable
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Sun, Sun Free
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NO
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Brighteners, enzymes
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Sunlight Sensitive
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NO
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Brighteners
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Target Baby, powder
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NO
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Enzymes
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Tide
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NO
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Brighteners, enzymes
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Tide Free (Tide Nature)
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NO
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Enzymes
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Trader Joe's Cleanliness Next to Godliness
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NO
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Brighteners, soy
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Watkins Laundry Detergent (powder)
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YES
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Watkins Laundry Detergent (liquid)
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NO
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Soy based fabric softeners
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Wisk, Wisk Free Clear
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NO
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Brighteners
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Wonder Wash
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YES
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Woolite
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MAYBE
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Complete ingredient list unavailable
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