10 Best Baby Laundry Detergents Reviewed in 2024

Eco-Strips from Tru Earth will take up a bit less space on the shelf in your laundry room. These dissolving strips eliminate the need to throw away or find new hacks that call for a giant plastic detergent bottle. Also, their laundry strips are safe for sensitive skin, which is obviously good for babies, right?

Dreft is a brand that's been around for quite some time and is well-known in the baby world as being a reputable detergent that's gentle enough for use with infants. Their laundry soaps come in various stages depending on how old your baby is, and each soap comes with its own features specific to what you'll likely need at the time. This one, Stage 2, is gentle enough for newborns which means it's hypoallergenic and non-reactive. In particular, this soap was designed to tackle baby food stains which, anyone who has an infant knows this, you'll inevitably be dealing with a lot. You'll be able to add more of this to each load depending on the stain level of the clothes in it which adds a level of flexibility to this detergent as well.

This Mama Bear Gentle Baby detergent has a surprising feature about it -- With only one capful of this soap, you're getting twice the cleaning power of an average detergent. That's makes it super efficient while you're using less product, thus saving you some significant money as the end result. Not to mention, this formula is free of 1.4 dioxanes, contains no phthalates, and no artificial dyes whatsoever. Anything that's potentially harmful has been eliminated in the creation of this laundry soap, making it safe for your baby as well as your entire family, no matter how sensitive they might be. It's been approved by the EPA as a safer choice than most other ingredients which really sets it apart, as well as being 95% biobased.

This laundry soap is so stunning as far as its features go that we were pretty shocked we didn't find it sooner. The Active Wear Powdered Laundry Detergent by Rockin' Green Platinum Series has everything you could ask for as far as cleaning goes for your entire family. It's designed to be used for active wear which means no matter what your family throws at your washing machine, this soap is built to tackle it head-on with no issues whatsoever. It's all-natural and safe for use with babies and younger children due to its gentle formula, which was created in mind for sensitive skin. The formula makes use of one main ingredient that we haven't yet talked about: Tea tree oil. You might have heard of this being used as a cure-all for all types of skin conditions and now, you can find it in your detergent as well. The conception of this was pretty brilliant; between natural plant enzymes and the antibacterial properties of tea tree oil, your clothes will never feel this clean and fresh. It's also biodegradable which just adds to the long list of reasons for why it's on this list.

Similar to Puracy, Seventh Generation Concentrated Baby Laundry Detergent uses the same enzyme-based odor and dirt fighting formula to make their soap so successful. It's designed specifically for babies and also designed to take care of all the potential stains that might come with them. For parents who are seeking a laundry soap that stands up to tough stains without being harmful or wrecking havoc on their baby's sensitive skin, this might be a great option for you. There are absolutely no fragrances, artificial dyes, or even brighteners in this detergent and any fragrance comes naturally from essential oils that have been added during the creation process. Seventh Generation has a reputable history for providing families with cleaning products they can trust, and we were pretty happy to see this could make our list because of its excellent results.

If you're looking for the ultimate in long-lasting detergents, Molly's Suds Original Laundry Powder is definitely up there as far as how many loads of laundry you'll get out of one purchase. The smallest amount you'll get out of their standard-sized bag is 70, which means if you do two loads a week, that's 35 weeks - Roughly eight months of laundry that you'll get out of one bag. You have the option to get bigger bags as well if you end up really loving this detergent, and we're about to tell you why you might. The soap itself is eco-friendly and "people safe", meaning it's been tested efficiently in being helpful for anyone suffering from eczema or sensitive skin. That's good news for babies since their skin is already sensitive and since this formula contains only five all-natural ingredients, it's a super safe bet. In addition, it's free of fragrances and dyes that could further cause irritation both via texture as well as scent.

Babies come with a lot of little messes and figuring out exactly what will get everything the cleanest isn't something you want to spend time stressing over. Dreft knows the struggle that comes with having to wash all your baby's things, from clothes to burp towels and everything in between. That's why their Stage 1 laundry detergent has been formulated specifically in mind to get rid of those hard to eliminate stains as well as potential odors. It's gentle enough to use on clothing while still being tough enough to knock out entire loads of stained laundry. No one has time to mess around and rewash things that just won't get clean, and we're putting our trust in Dreft to handle all your newborn's laundry.

The word "hypoallergenic" is really key when it comes to looking for a laundry soap that won't irritate the skin. This detergent is plant-based which means it just about as natural as can be, leaving no room for harmful or harsh chemicals that could potentially irritate the skin. What's interesting is the formula of this soap; it contains enzymes that, when activated, do their due diligence in eliminating odors and clean clothes as gently as possible. You may have heard of these same enzymes in all-natural cleaners that are designed for use on pain stains and odors. The enzymes work together to bond to the odor and dirt molecules to neutralize them... Pretty neat stuff if you ask us. This scientific explanation is why you can count on a brand like Puracy to get your clothes as clean as possible without the use of more general, harsher detergents. This one, in particular, has been mentioned on several major news stations as well, so you know it's pretty legitimate.

We are big fans of Meyer's cleaning products because they produce a line that's all-natural and safe for use in large family homes. This soap will not disappoint if you're also a fan of Meyer's product line! It's developed with the same enzyme formula that most all-natural detergents use but with the added bonus of a pleasant and comforting smell. It's concentrated so you won't need to use a lot of it which is great news for those who love a long-lasting detergent. It's gentle on all types of clothing, which makes it perfectly safe for you to use for your entire family -- Baby clothes included! The scent of it is also subtle but calming, with notes of honeysuckle, lavender, lemon verbena, and basil. All of these things will help to provide your baby with a soothing feeling that won't overwhelm them, and it will let you know that your laundry has been cleaned and is ready to go.

The special formula that has been created by this company is gentle and safe for baby’s skin and features no fragrance or enzymes in their laundry detergent. The cleaning power is just as powerful but does not have those additives that can irritate their skin. This is a plant-based laundry detergent liquid that features extracts of grapefruit which has super-powerful cleaning power with no scent. It also rinses clean from materials and will leave no fumes or residue behind. It has been bottled in a recyclable or compostable bottle. The bottle has been created from 100 percent recycled materials like newspapers and cardboard. Created with a gentle approach to both the environment and the skin of our babies, this family-owned company is dedicated to making sure that all their products are “green” and work effectively in every aspect of our daily lives.