The 13 Best Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products for a Sparkling Home

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Eco-friendly cleaning products often have a bad reputation for not being as effective as traditional cleaners—and carrying an unpleasant odor. Though, as people become more environmentally conscious and concerned about the ingredients they use, interest in sustainable cleaning products is on the rise. We're thrilled to report that going green with your cleaning products does not mean you need to sacrifice efficiency (or a great-smelling home).

Today's eco-friendly cleaning products cut through grime and the toughest stains while prioritizing ingredients sourced from plants and minerals. These products don't rely on harsh chemicals or have migraine-inducing artificial scents, so they're safer to use around your family and pets. Plus, many brands offer refillable and sustainable packaging, ensuring you are producing less waste as you clean. Here, we highlight our favorite eco-friendly cleaning products from all-purpose cleaners to floor cleaners. You'll find each selection makes cleaning a breeze and leaves your home sparkling and smelling great.

Cleancult Wild Lavender Liquid Hand Soap

This gentle foaming soap effectively cleanses hands effectively without any dryness or stickiness. Each foaming soap refill comes in recyclable packaging that you can then use to fill your Cleancult reusable glass bottle. The best: the scents actually smell good.

Natural Disinfecting Surface Cleaner

Puracy's alcohol-free disinfectant kills 99.9% of germs while leaving your surfaces sparkling clean. You can also spray this directly on raw or fresh fruits, vegetables, herbs, sprouts, or spices and associated food contact surfaces.

Friendsheep Wool Dryer Balls

Made of premium New Zealand wool, these eco-friendly dryer balls naturally soften your laundry and significantly reduce the drying time of each load. Friendsheep also plants one tree with every purchase of a Friendsheep product—a double win in the sustainability category.

Mrs. Meyer's Liquid Dish Soap

Mrs. Meyer's has been a trusted name in the eco-friendly market for its gentle yet effective cleaners and soaps. The brand's Clean Day liquid dish soap effortlessly cuts through food grime without leaving any sort of film on the dishes. Bonus: Mrs. Meyer's is always releasing seasonal scents, so you're bound to find the perfect one for your home.

LUUM All Purpose Cleaning Spray Starter Kit

Luum's 'For Everything' cleaner blends together reliable vinegar and baking soda in this powerhouse formula that cuts through grease and grime. The starter kit includes concentrated cleaning tablets, a refillable glass spray bottle, and essential oil that allows you to customize the fragrance level.

Better Life Simply Floored! Natural Floor Cleaner Citrus Mint -- 32 fl oz

Made of plant-based and biodegradable ingredients, Better Life's floor cleaner easily tackles dirt on a variety of floor types from hardwood to marble. Just squirt a little bit of the solution directly from the bottle onto the floor and watch it gleam after mopping.

ECOS Laundry Detergent Sheets

These concentrated laundry sheets from ECOS remove harsh stains just as well as the traditional liquid detergents—if not better. Powered by enzymes, just drop one dissolvable sheet to a load and let the magic happen.

Multipurpose Surface Cleaner Starter Bundle

Daily chores feel like a luxurious task with the help of L'Avant's refillable cleaner. The plant-based formula easily removes dirt and grime from hard surfaces while leaving behind a subtle fresh scent. Plus, the bottle's sleek design is so chic that you'll never be embarrassed to leave it out on the countertops.

Dishwasher Detergent Pods

Dropps' dishwasher pods whisk away stuck-on grease and leave glasses sparkling, thanks to its innovative oxygen-based cleaning agents. The powerful formula completely eliminates the need to pre-wash those dishes before loading.

Natural Cleaning Concentrate

While we love plant-based cleaners, they don't always have the most welcoming scent. Enter Formulary 55's cleaning concentrate, which leaves your house sparkling and smelling great thanks to its all-natural formula. The French lavender concentrate is perfect for those drawn to classic soothing scents, whereas the ginger blossom offers a citrusy treat for those looking for a bolder scent.

Clean Suite Kit

Blueland focuses on creating low-waste cleaning tablets with refillable packaging. The starter kit from the nontoxic household brand has everything you'd need to transition your cleaning supplies, such as glass cleaner, dish soap, and laundry tablets. Make sure to combine the cleaning tablets with warm water in the brand's recyclable bottles to ensure the tablet is dissolved at least 2 hours before you plan to clean.

Multi-Purpose Reusable Cleaning Kit

Grove offers a spectacular range of cleaning concentrates at an attractive price point. The household brand's cleaners are made with 92 percent plant-based ingredients and 100 percent natural fragrances.

Laundry Kit

Branch Basic's versatile cleaning concentrate, which is fragrance-free and biodegradable, can be used to clean a plethora of surfaces, but we found it surprisingly effective as a laundry detergent. Be sure to also pick up the brand's oxygen boost, which can be used to pre-treat stains and brighten whites (we especially love it for white towels and bedding).

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