You wanna know how to make Eco-friendly dishwasher detergent? You are in a right place! In my blog, I often research the safety of cookware in the kitchen and emphasize this is an important topic. You should never neglect your health by buying poor-quality plates or pans, or something else.
It is also worth thinking about what kind of detergent you use to wash the dishes. Proper cleaning with non-toxic means is necessary for the safety of your health and the health of your family.
How to choose Eco-Friendly dishwashing detergent? As a rule, you take something from the store shelf without knowing whether the detergent is safe? Will it handle pollution the way you want it to?
The right dishwashing liquid formula will handle grease, dirt, and food residue; you will get shiny dishes with minimal effort. After reading my article, you will learn more about Eco-friendly dishwashers.
Also, I have prepared a unique dishwashing liquid recipe that you can easily make at home and use daily. And no, you don’t need to be a chemist to do this. My blog was created to help you.
Eco-friendly dishwasher detergent Vs a non-environmental
What’s the Difference between them?
Low-quality dishwashing detergents can harm ecosystems. This happens when some surfactants are not easily biodegradable and can accumulate in water sources.
Instead, eco-friendly dishwashing liquids use biodegradable surfactants and environmentally friendly ingredients such as coconut-derived surfactants. Therefore, it minimizes the impact on aquatic flora fauna, and ecosystems and also provides effective cleaning properties.
If you are concerned about this issue, you can choose brands that prioritize sustainability and environmental friendliness, such as Seventh Generation, Ecover, Method, and Mrs. Meyers.
How low-quality dishwashing detergent can harm a person?
The most common – skin irritation. I encountered the fact that some elements in the composition of the product can cause skin irritation, for example, redness, itching, and dryness.
How to avoid skin irritation?
Avoid products containing known irritants such as SLS, SLES or artificial fragrances and choose mild surfactants such as cocamidopropyl betaine or alkyl polyglucosides. You can also use gloves for washing dishes. This will reduce the contact of the detergent with your hands.
Typical Dishwashing Liquid Formula Components
I want to explain this through a table displaying a review of the ingredients and their functions.
| Ingredient | Function | The Common Option |
| Anionic Surfactants | Primary cleaning agents | Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) Sodium Laureth Sulfate(SLES) Linear Alkyl Benzene Sulphonic Acid(LABSA) Alpha Olefin Sulphonate(AOS) |
| Amphoteric Surfactants | Mild cleaning and foam boosting | Cocamidopropyl Betaine (CAPB) Cocamidopropylamine Oxide(CAO) |
| Nonionic Surfactants | Supplementary cleaning, degreasing, and foaming | Alcohol Ethoxylates (AEO) Cocamide DEA(CDEA) |
| pH Adjusters and Buffers | Maintain optimal pH | Sodium Hydroxide Citric Acid |
| Grease-cutting Agents | Enhance grease removal | Ethanol |
| Preservatives | Prevent bacterial growth | Parabens Methylisothiazolinone (MIT) Methylchloroisothiazolinone (MCI) |
| Fragrances and Colorants | Aesthetic appeal | Synthetic Fragrances Essential Oil Dyes |
| Thickeners and Rheology Modifiers | Adjust viscosity | Sodium Chloride(Salt) Hydroxypropyl Methylcellulose(HPMC) |
Benefits of making own dish liquid
- it allows you to make the formula to suit your preferences and needs
- it can save you money compared to store-bought options
- homemade cleaners use fewer chemicals and produce less plastic waste
So, you can control the recipe by creating an effective cleaning solution from readily available ingredients.
My unique recipe for homemade dishwashing detergent
Natural Citrus Dishwashing Detergent
Ingredients you will need:
- 1 cup of distilled water
- 1/4 cup of liquid castile soap (unscented or citrus-scented)
- 2 tablespoons of white vinegar
- 1 tablespoon of baking soda
- Zest of one lemon or orange (optional, for added citrus scent)
Follow my instructions:
To use, simply pour it into any convenient container, for example, it is convenient for me to have a container with a dispenser.
Tip: Store any remaining detergent in a sealed container in a cool, dry place for future use.
Conclusion
This homemade dishwashing detergent harnesses the power of natural ingredients effectively clean dishes while being gentle on the environment. The addition of citrus zest adds a fresh, invigorating scent to your dishwashing routine.
Enjoy the satisfaction of using a homemade, eco-friendly cleaning solution in your kitchen! I hope my article was really useful for you here you can find more about eco-friendly detergent. I will be glad to see your comments and questions.
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I am Linda. A housewife and a writer, and also the founder of this site. I love cooking and collecting cookware sets. I’ve been blogging since 2020, and in this blog, you can find cookware-related problems and solutions, cookware reviews, safe cookware sets, and more.
I have put a lot of effort into gathering here the experience and knowledge that I have, and I want to help every reader.
