11 Best Natural And Nontoxic Cleaning Products (2024)
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Our team has used dozens of nontoxic cleaning products to keep our homes sparkling — these are our top picks for naturally derived, nontoxic, and biodegradable cleaning products made sustainably.
In the last few years, we’ve been extra thoughtful about what we use to clean our spaces. We prefer to avoid harsh cleaning products, like bleach, and keep a critical eye on the ingredients in our household products.
Instead, we opt for naturally derived, nontoxic, and biodegradable cleaning products made using sustainable manufacturing practices. These natural and eco-friendly household cleaning brands are conscious of your family’s health and the earth’s well-being. Many of these companies also give back to communities and social causes; and some even offer zero waste and refill options. You can find these goods at large retailers, natural grocery stores, zero-waste shops, or online.
Why are nontoxic cleaning products important?
Cleaning products are essential and something we use daily in our homes. As we spray, wipe, and scrub to help keep our spaces sparkling, the chemicals used in our cleaning products linger on our surfaces and vaporize into the air. Over time, exposure to these harmful chemicals can cause irritation, allergies, or worse (and when rinsed down the drain can also wreak havoc on aquatic life). That’s why nontoxic cleaning products are so important and what we gravitate towards to help keep our home and environment as safe and healthy as possible — for not only ourselves but our families and fur babies too.
As you start replacing and restocking your home with natural and harm-free cleaning products, be sure to read labels and assess the ingredients in your cleaning products, before purchasing. Fortunately, we’ve done the hard work for and have curated our favorite nontoxic cleaning goods to cover all areas of your home, from dishwashing, to laundry, to air fresheners and more. As a plus, most are also shipped in recycled packaging and plastic-free containers!
Our criteria:
Our editors have personally used, researched, and vetted the top nontoxic and organic cleaning products on the market. Below are our selections for the best options out there based on the criteria outlined below. We regularly update this piece with new favorites.
- NATURAL & NONTOXIC | Made with natural, eco-friendly, and organic ingredients, these nontoxic cleaning products are free of harmful chemicals, and are safe to use in our homes and around our loved ones without the worry of negative side effects.
- SUSTAINABLE | Whether using recycled packaging, glass bottles, compostable materials, or refills, these nontoxic cleaning products are low waste and mindful of their carbon impact.
- AFFORDABLE | These nontoxic cleaning products offer discounted subscriptions and affordable refills to help you save some coin.
Alongside these healthier ways to keep our home clean, here are our favorite natural laundry detergents, chemical-free shampoos, and organic skincare products for low-tox ways to keep clean beyond our homes.
Best Overall | Most Affordable | Most Eco-Friendly
1. Thrive Market
Best For | One-stop shop for natural & organic household cleaners
Price | Varies; Membership is $60/year or $12/ month
For a destination marketplace and membership-based service carrying all of our natural and organic favorites, Thrive Market is our go-to (you can read more about how it works in our Thrive Market review). Find affordable eco-friendly brands like Seventh Generation, Truce, and Dr. Bronner’s here — without the carbon footprint! You can refine your search based on the type of cleaner you need, ethics, or natural ingredients. Memberships start at just $12/month for wholesale priced items, while also providing one to a household in need. (Psst, Thrive Market makes a great Amazon alternative if you need home products).
Our Editor’s Review | “…I’d recommend Thrive Market for anyone who may not have access to natural or purpose-driven grocery stores. Especially when it comes to accessibility, Thrive makes it possible for more people to experience ethical and sustainable brands — from cleaning products and groceries to hygiene and wellness staples.” – Courtney Jay Higgins, Contributing Editor [Read the full review.]
2. Grove Collaborative
Best For | Home delivery & refill shipments
Price | Varies; $4.99 flat-rate shipping for orders under $69
Grove Collaborative is rethinking what it means to maintain a clean home with natural products. The company offers a multitude of household, personal care, and cleaning product subscriptions, from multi-surface cleaners to pet stain removers—all being 100% plastic neutral (and working towards being fully plastic-free). The range includes the Grove Collaborative label, as well as other natural brands we love (i.e., Mrs. Meyers, Method). Whether you’re opting for one-time delivery or want to set up a recurring shipment, Grove has all the natural cleaning products you need in one place — and with carbon-neutral shipping. How’s that for lowering your carbon footprint and waste?
Customer Review | “Never had a dish detergent that worked this well! I can’t believe how clean our glasses are. It’s the little things right?” – Danielle (Read all reviews.)
3. Blueland
Best For | Zero-waste cleaning kits
Price | $46 for Blueland Clean Essentials Kit
Blueland is a nontoxic household brand showcasing the power of clean, green formulas. Blueland products are water-free and low-waste, with refillable packaging you can use again and again. To start, choose from its line of foaming hand and dish soap, laundry detergents, home cleaning formulas, or its discounted bundles. The Clean Essentials Kit, for example, has more than 23,000 positive reviews and contains four reusable bottles and a set of refills. Enjoy free, carbon- and climate-neutral shipping over $50 and a 100-day guarantee, or your money back.
Customer Review | “Great cleaning set. I can stop wasting all those plastic containers! The cleaners work exceptionally well and I can feel great about less waste. Love love love!” – Debra B. (Read all reviews.)
4. Branch Basics
Best For | Natural concentrates
Price | $75 for basic starter kit & $55 for concentrate
From heavily soiled laundry to a newborn’s baby skin, Branch Basics’ concentrate works effectively without irritation. You can replace dozens of cleaning products with just this standout concentrate, alongside a starter kit and refillable options. Products are fully biodegradable, fragrance-free, and non-GMO, with natural ingredients like baking soda and organic chamomile. If you only need the concentrate: Simply fill up the bottle to the waterline, add some formula, shake, and get cleaning! It’s easy, effective, and eco-conscious.
Customer Review | “I love that one bottle can do all of the cleaning things. It is gentle hand soap, powerful bathroom cleaner, great streak free glass cleaner, awesome all purpose cleaner, and great laundry soap. I have natural cleaners that I normally use but Branch Basics is more affordable and I think it works just as good if not better than the pricey stuff I was using. I would highly recommend!” – Shelby R. (Read all reviews.)
5. Attitude
Best For | Nontoxic liquid-based cleaners
Price | $7 for 27.1 fl. oz. bathroom cleaner
Attitude’s Canadian-made cleaning products cover every area of the home, from their natural and aromatic Dishwashing Liquid to their dermatologist-tested Toy & Surface Cleaner. Each product is EWG Verified, ensuring their formulas meet strict transparency and health standards. Our editor loves using the citrus zest Bathroom Cleaner for cleaning everything from the toilet and sink, to even floor tiles! A couple of sprays instantly dissolves any grime or streaks, resulting in a streak-free shine with a light orange aroma. If scent is your thing, you’ll find unique options like English Pear and Sweet Lullaby to make any long-winded cleaning job a lot more enjoyable! Attitude gives back through planting trees through their reforestation project with Eden Reforestation.
Customer Review | “This really works. I have been trying to move away from harsh chemicals but had not found one that actually worked and was safe. I absolutely love this product. Works well and leaves the bathroom feeling very clean without the harsh chemical smells.” – Jessica (Read all reviews.)
6. Cleancult
Best For | Plastic-free & refillable cleaning supplies
Price | $6 for 16 fl. oz. all-purpose cleaner
Cleancult had enough of the excess plastic taking over our landfills and came up with a mighty solution — an easy refill system that champions paper-based refills to clean our homes. To get started, fill one of their reusable aluminum or glass bottles with one of their cleaning product refills, then simply recycle the box for easy and eco-friendly use. Cleancult funds sustainable waste management projects in Bogotá, Colombia, with every product purchased removing the equivalent of one plastic bottle from ocean-bound waste.
7. Package Free
Best For | Zero waste cleaning products
Price | $24 for 60 loads of Laundry Detergent
Package Free redefines sustainability with products that go beyond single-use plastic. Each essential cleaning product is crafted using minimal (less than 5) ingredients in 100% recyclable packaging, setting a new standard for eco-conscious living. Proceeds of each sale from Package Free also goes to The Package-Free Impact Initiative. Their popular Laundry Detergent powder offers a nontoxic, powerful clean with only 3 ingredients in the mix, and comes in a beautiful reusable glass jar! If you’re also on the hunt for sustainable cleaning tools, Package Free sells 100% natural wooden cleaning brushes, including scrub brushes, toilet brushes, and bottle cleaning brushes, so you’ll be covered for all your cleaning goods in one sweep (ha!).
Customer Review | “I’ve tried them all and this detergent is the best. It gets our clothes clean and smelling fresh, and I think it looks pretty on the shelf in my laundry room.” – Lisa J. (Read all reviews.)
8. Common Good
Best For | Refillable products
Price | $111 for Common Good Set
Common Good was launched in 2010 as a response to the lack of reusable packaging, so all of its cleaning products come in recyclable glass and low-plastic packaging — either of which can be refilled at any of the brand’s refill stations worldwide or online. Discounted subscriptions are also available. The green, child- and pet-safe, and minimally packaged items range from lavender all-Purpose cleaner to bergamot hand soap; consider the scents a soothing finish to your cleaning.
Customer Review | “I love the smell and knowing that I’m not harming the people and animals in the household!” – Loretta R. (Read all reviews.)
9. Dropps
Best For | Laundry & detergent pods
Price | $22 for 64-count Laundry Detergent Pods; $21 for 64-count Dishwasher Detergent Pods
Before Tide came out with its pods, Dropps released its laundry detergent pods back in 2005! Today, this conscious brand carries everything you need for clean clothes and dishes, with its laundry and kitchen essentials. These green cleaning products are made with only eco-friendly, bio-based ingredients and packaged in curbside recyclable paperboard. Dropps’ products are third-party tested and have even won the EPA’s Safer Choice Products of the Year — so it’s safe, sustainable, and squeaky clean in every way. Check out our Dropps review for more!
Our Editor’s Review | “Overall, I’ve loved using Dropps. The process is easy, and it feels great knowing I’m not contributing to single-use plastic or putting harmful chemicals on my skin (I’ve had no acne breakouts since using this product).” – Courtney Jay Higgins, Contributing Editor [Read the full review.]
10. Puracy
Best For | Doctor-developed, baby-friendly products
Price | $64 for unscented essentials started kit
Puracy, based out of Austin, Texas, guarantees effective and pure cleaning formulas, free of any harsh chemicals. The brand is kid, pet, and environment-friendly, avoiding harmful chemicals like sulfates, parabens, and others while ensuring that its products are made of at least 98.5% natural ingredients. Puracy also donates to initiatives serving local families & children. Plus, when Puracy says products are made in the USA, the brand means it: The packaging features drawings from local artists, and the brand sources materials from across America.
Customer Review | “I have used Puracy for a while and love each product. The Natural Disinfecting Surface Cleaner cleans well with no harsh odor. My granite counters are not streaked or cloudy. I feel good about using this for all surfaces. The spray comes out well and it is easy to wipe off. I am very pleased with this product and would recommend.” – Susan (Read all reviews.)
11. ECOS
Best For | Affordable all-purpose & pet cleaners (shampoo, odor remover, stain remover)
Price | $7 for 22 oz All-Purpose Cleaner
ECOS has been family-owned and -operated for more than 50 years, with a promise to make “green cleaning” a reality through sustainable and mindful practices. The company’s facilities are powered by 100 percent renewable energy and use carbon- and water-neutral practices. The team even goes the extra step to offset employees’ commutes, minimize carbon emissions between sites, and more. ECOS has brought the green cleaning movement to almost one million homes, thanks to its natural cleaning products at affordable prices. The brand gives back to various charitable initiatives including lobbying for environmental justice, restoring water to endangered habitats and supporting the Childhood Cancer Prevention Initiative.
