Detergents for Cloth Diapers
Choose a detergent for your wonderful cloth diapers that will keep them smelling fresh, leak-free, and soft!
A note on "Free and Clear"...We
get calls daily about leaking cloth diapers (especially pocket diapers
and all in ones), and the Free and Clear detergents listed below are
the culprits 99% of the time. Free and Clear detergents contain
microbiostats, which control the growth of microorganisms, such as dust
mites. This is beneficial to those with allergies, but may be the
common ingredient that causes the fleece in your pocket diapers to repel. Now, many parents use Free and Clear detergents with great success (it really depends on your local water mineral content and washer), but if you begin to have leaks or smells after a few weeks or months, try stripping your diapers and then switching detergents.
To learn how to wash your cloth diapers, click here.
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Tide Original (Powder Only)
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This is the one detergent we have never received a complaint about with regards to cloth diapers. For an additive-free detergent, we recommend Allen's Naturally. |

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Allen's Naturally (HE compatible)
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A completely natural detergent (the only detergent with the ingredients listed on the label) that works great! Biodegradable. |

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Charlie's Soap (HE compatible)
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Similar to Allen's Naturally, however ingredients are proprietary. Extensive studies by Clemson University have shown it leaves no residue. Biodegradable. |

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Sensi-Clean / Sports-Wash (HE compatible)
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Great for stripping cloth diapers on a monthly basis. Note: while this detergent works great for the majority of babies, some babies will develop a rash. |

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98% |
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Cost effective, additive free, and great results. |
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