8 Best Laundry Detergents for Sensitive Skin

Key Specs

• Scented or unscented: Citrus & Woods scent
• Size: 24 oz.
• Biodegradable packaging: Yes
• Number of loads: 33

Grove Collaborative prides itself on using plant-derived ingredients that tackle the toughest stains without irritating sensitive skin—that’s even true of their scented formulas, which are made with all-natural ingredients, as well.

What’s more, this pouch option is recyclable, so once you’ve used all the detergent inside, you can send it back to the company and they’ll recycle it through Terracycle. So, not only will you be keeping your laundry clean, but you’ll be making an effort to make the environment clean(er), too.

BEST ECO-FRIENDLY PODS

Key Specs

• Scented or unscented: Unscented
• Size: 15 oz.
• Biodegradable packaging: Yes
• Number of loads: 36

These laundry pods from Dropps are free of practically everything that could irritate your skin—they have no fragrances, dyes, or brighteners.

The natural, plant-based ingredients are great for keeping clothes clean while also ensuring the formula’s gentleness. While these pods come in a Fresh Scent option, if using scented laundry detergent is irritating for your skin, there’s also the unscented version, pictured here. Better yet, the low-waste packaging is recyclable and reduces the use of single-use plastic.