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.
B Corp
The B Lab is a third-party, non-profit organization that certifies companies as socially and environmentally responsible. B Corps are businesses that go above and beyond traditional business models and aim to create positive change in the world through their practices. These companies must meet rigorous transparency and accountablity standards, while doing what is best for people and the environment.
Charitable
This company donates a portion of their time or profits to charitable efforts in their community or abroad.
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.
BPA Free
Products that are labeled as BPA free do not contain Bisphenol A, a chemical commonly found in plastic products. Studies on BPA exposure have shown that high levels of BPA could lead to hormone disruption, effects on behavior and brain function, reproductive problems, breast cancer, heart disease, infertility, and more.
Recycled Packaging
This product is packaged or shipped in materials that contain recycled content.
Bamboo
As a member of the grass family, bamboo is one of the fastest growing plants on earth. It requires no irrigation, pesticides or fertilizers to grow, and can be harvested within 3-5 years, as compared to approximately 30+ years for traditional hardwoods. Bamboo is extremely adaptable and produces more oxygen per acre than large tree species, while using a fraction of the water to grow. Its durable and lightweight qualities make bamboo a great alternative for hard wood products!
Recycled Plastic
Recycled plastic utilizes salvaged post-industrial plastic scraps and post-consumer products such as water bottles and other plastic containers, and transforms them into new products. The containers are sorted, crushed, and then heated to form resins, which are liquid plastics that can harden into new shapes. These resins can be molded and used to create anything from carpet to outdoor furniture. Recycling plastic lowers the amount of petroleum extracted and the production of greenhouse gasses associated with first-time plastic production. Plus, by using these existing materials, we’re benefiting from the original energy and resources spent to create them in the first place, while diverting waste from the landfill.
Organic Cotton
Organic cotton production uses zero chemical pesticides and fertilizers, promoting a healthier use of land and decreasing harmful agricultural runoff. By steering clear of toxic chemicals, workers experience less exposure to hazardous conditions, promoting social responsibility as well as environmental stewardship. Plus, farming methods for organic cotton have been shown to use up to 20% less water than nonorganic production methods. Choosing organic cotton eliminates the use of insecticides and other harmful chemicals, promotes efficient resource use, and results in a safer products and a cleaner planet!
When it comes to cleaning the dishes, many companies rely on harmful chemical cleaning solutions in wasteful plastic bottles to get the job done. Reimagine your dish routine with the Castile Zero Waste Dishwashing Kit from EarthHero. This zero-waste kit contains all the essentials you'll need to make your cleaning routine less wasteful – from dish soap, to cleaning brushes, and beyond! With a highly concentrated 7oz block of plastic free castile soap, a handmade cedar soap dish, and a dish bruRead Moresh made from bamboo and recycled plastic, this kit is ready to be set up by the kitchen sink for all your cleaning needs. Plus, it comes with a copper scouring pads for tough messes and two Swedish dish cloths to up your cleaning game! Reusable, single-use plastic-free, and perfect for anyone looking to make their home a little less wasteful, this dishwashing kit gets you started on your zero waste journey with ease. Plus, it ships in 100% plastic-free packaging!
Joann Kiessling (verified owner) –
The products in this kit go together perfectly and I’m thoroughly enjoying using them! The best part is the sustainability of the products and your company.
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Charlotte (verified owner) –
So far I’m really enjoying this kit. The Swedish towels are by far my favorite part because of how quickly they dry and are 20x more absorbent than paper towels. I personally have had zero problems with the scrub brush, soap and dish combo – it’s such an improvement to not have to get my hands soaked washing dishes like with a sponge. One thing is to get soap on the brush you have to hold the soap dish down, not a one hand job like with a Bubble Up, which isn’t really an issue just not the bonus it could be.
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Diana (verified owner) –
I love everything but the solid dish soap. It doesn’t seem to be cleaning just leaving residue.
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cati (verified owner) –
First time switching over to a more zero waste dish soap. Have to say I love the Swedish dishcloth, and the copper scrubber. The rest is kinda so so.
-Dish Rack- says its cedar and was leaching red dye out of it for 5 days so not so great and had stickers attached to the bottom and tape that put it together so also not very zero waste. Could have been easily zero waste and it wasn’t. Also the soap didn’t stick on it for a while and really is a poor design for at least dish soap.
-The hand scrubber is fine except it has a plastic layer in between. From what I have seen on other sites and other scrubbers could have been no plastic at all and I’m not sure how it will wear out or what the end-use will be with this but definitely won’t be able to compost it. Also, its the perfect size to fall into the garbage disposal and get stuck (2 weeks in and its happened like 5 times). Another zerowaste fail.
– The soap itself is pretty small ( thankfully) I am not even sure if its actually cleaning the dishes and it leaves an insane amount of oily residue on hands and the sink. After
a bit of research seems like residue and clogged drains are a possibility with the block dish soap. I am going to try another brand as this really also feels like it didn’t quite cut it. I have only had it for 2 weeks and its almost gone as well. For the price and the size and the use, it’s really below zero waste expectations. Also it was really hard to get it to stick onto the dish soap at first.
Overall its definitely a starter kit, but I would not make this the end all dish soap kit and will purchasing from different vendors and try and give block soap a go again before throwing in the towel.
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Martha Turobiner (verified owner) –
Everything is great in this kit, I have not used the soap yet I had another I am finishing, but the soap smells good. Very well made!
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Fiama M (verified owner) –
I loved everything in this kit, but the Swedish dishcloths are really tricky for me to get the hand of. It might be since I’m just starting a Zero Waste journey, but I had to Google the proper use of them to understand their use and I’m still struggling a bit to use them. However, the starter kit is a great way to try out all of these popular products at a reduced price! I love the bamboo brush and dish soap, and I will definitely be buying those again in the future.
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milomartinovich (verified owner) –
Just getting started with my zero waste journey. This product was a great help to transform our kitchen. The wife and I love it and use all of the products in the bundle!
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Summer Rayne (verified owner) –
I love the lemon sent dish soap. The soap dish tends to bleed some.
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Joline (verified owner) –
Love everything about this. Looks wonderful and works wonderfully.
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dljohnson798 (verified owner) –
This is a must have kitchen kit for zero wasters! I already loved so much of what was included I was thrilled to get a whole kit of it plus more goodies. Great products. Great way to produce less waste.
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