Cruelty Free
Cruelty Free is a certification process through PETA that labels products that are not tested on animals. All companies that are included on PETA’s cruelty-free list have signed a statement verifying that they don’t use ingredients or create finished products that help conduct or pay for any tests on animals.
Paraben Free
Parabens are synthetic chemical preservatives, commonly used in beauty products like shampoo, lotion, and deodorants. Parabens can accumulate in your body, and have been linked to hormonal disruption and reproductive problems. In studies of breast cancer patients, parabens have been found in the tissue of cancerous tumors–yikes! If you want to avoid Parabens in your beauty products, keep an eye out for methylparaben, propylparaben, butylparaben, and ethylparaben in the ingredients list.
Sulfate Free
Sulfates are synthetic chemical ingredients commonly used in beauty products and household cleaners, like shampoos and dish soaps. You can usually identify sulfates in an ingredients list by looking out for the most common types: Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLC) and Sodium Laureth Sulfates (SLES). These chemicals, often derived from petroleum, are used to help form the “lather” we’re used to seeing in our beauty and cleaning products. When used in the shower or sink, these chemicals can flow through the pipes and into our waterways. Synthetic sulfates have been linked to allergic reactions, eye and skin irritation, and hair loss, and some studies suggest they contain carcinogenic ingredients.
Vegan
This product does not contain any animal products or byproducts, and has not been tested on animals.
Sustainable Manufacturing
Some or all of the energy used to make this product is produced via renewable energy sources such as solar, wind, or hydropower.
Handmade
We support small businesses and craftspeople who create each of their products with care. Handmade products are generally produced on a small scale, without the use of large energy consuming factories and production facilities. Buying handmade helps support art, communities, and people’s livelihoods.
Recycled Packaging
This product is packaged or shipped in materials that contain recycled content.
Made in the USA
This product was made in the United States. Buying locally made items helps to reduce harmful emissions that result from transportation during and after the production process. Purchasing products made in the United States also ensures that the items are produced in ways that meet strict safety and labor standards.
Chemical heavy liquid detergents in bulky plastic bottles are out–and laundry powder is in! This zero waste swap from Bestowed Essentials is an easy step in making your laundry routine plastic free. Just throw a tablespoon of powder into your average sized load of laundry, and this powder will clean your clothes without fading fabrics. You can rest easy knowing this mix is free from scary stuff - no parabens, sulfates, preservatives, artificial fragrances. Plus, the packaging is made from papeRead Morer with a compostable liner, so you can compost it when the bag runs out!
Jodi L (verified owner) –
I really wanted to love this laundry powder due to the simple ingredients. But unfortunately it didn’t get the dirt or odors out for us. We have a small farm and clothes come in quite dirty, so I will have to keep looking 🙁
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