Natural Laundry Detergent That Actually Works

49.90 USD

Key features

Organic laundry detergent substitute
Lasts for an incredible 300 washes
100% organic, vegan and cruelty free
Non-toxic, hypoallergenic and suitable for sensitive skin
100% biodegradable and home compostable
Plastic and silicone free

Hexawash is our natural laundry detergent substitute that actually works! It uses magnesium, not chemicals to clean clothes. Throw this miraculous little pouch into the washing machine with dirty clothes and set it to your normal wash cycle. Voilà, fresh, clean clothes and absolutely zero chemicals!

Hang it up to dry with your clothes.

The very best bit is that it lasts for an incredible 300 washes. That’s what we call saving money and the planet – one load of laundry at a time.

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Introduction to Eco-Friendly Laundry Detergent

We're all looking for ways to be more sustainable at home, and making simple changes to our laundry routine can make a huge impact. Choosing the right natural laundry detergent not only reduces plastic waste, water pollution, and our carbon footprint but also protects our families from daily exposure to toxic chemicals.

In the wake of all the hidden PVAs in laundry sheets, natural laundry detergents have gained significant popularity. Unlike common liquid detergent, eco-friendly laundry detergent can clean effectively while minimizing environmental impact.

Hexawash emerges as a standout solution in this realm, offering a revolutionary approach to laundry care that combines effectiveness with sustainability.

What Makes Hexawash Natural Laundry Detergent Stand Out

Hexawash sets itself apart from traditional laundry detergents with its innovative design and eco-conscious formulation. Unlike conventional liquid or powder detergents that come packaged in plastic bottles and contain synthetic chemicals, Hexawash is a plastic-free alternative that harnesses the power of natural materials to clean clothes effectively.

With its hexagonal shape and biodegradable composition, Hexawash represents a paradigm shift in the way we approach laundry care, prioritizing both cleanliness and environmental responsibility. It's also perfect for tough stains and doesn't cause skin irritation!

Benefits of Choosing Natural Laundry Detergents

Opting for natural laundry detergents like Hexawash offers a multitude of benefits for both consumers and the planet. Natural detergents are gentler on fabrics, helping to prolong the life of clothing and reduce the need for frequent replacement.

Our natural laundry detergent is safer for sensitive skin because they're free from harsh chemicals and fragrances that can irritate. From an environmental perspective, natural detergents contribute to reduced water pollution and plastic waste, making them a more sustainable choice for conscientious consumers.

As we delve deeper into the world of eco-friendly laundry solutions, let's explore how Hexawash embodies these principles and sets a new standard for clean, green laundry care.

Understanding the Ingredients

Our eco-friendly laundry detergent is handmade from only 2 natural materials, each chosen for its cleaning efficacy and eco-friendly properties. Unlike traditional detergents that rely on synthetic chemicals and additives, Hexawash harnesses the power of nature to deliver outstanding results without compromising on environmental sustainability.

Biodegradable Materials

At the heart of Hexawash's formulation are biodegradable materials that break down easily in the environment, leaving behind minimal impact. These materials include magnesium pellets, which effectively lift dirt and stains from fabrics without leaving harmful residues behind.

Each Hexawash is crafted from 100% GOTS-certified organic cotton Canvas. This ensures complete biodegradability once the eco-friendly laundry detergent pouch is ready to compost after 300 loads.

No Harsh Chemicals or Fillers

Unlike conventional laundry detergent which may contain a laundry list of synthetic chemicals and fillers, Hexawash is free from harsh additives and unnecessary fillers. This means you can trust that every wash with Hexawash is gentle on your clothes, your skin, and the environment.

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Fragrance-Free

Unlike many commercial laundry detergents that rely on artificial fragrances and essential oils to give a pleasing scent to laundry, Hexawash takes a different and safe approach. We understand that skin sensitivities and allergies to fragrances are common, so we add nothing extra or harmful to our Hexawash. It's designed to use its full power to eliminate odors on dirty clothes effectively and safely.

By eliminating unnecessary scents or essential oils from our formula, Hexawash reduces its environmental impact. Synthetic fragrances often contain harmful chemicals that can persist in the environment and contribute to pollution. By choosing a simpler, more natural formula, we lessen our carbon footprint and promote environmental sustainability with a more natural laundry experience.

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Key Features of SuperBee's Natural Laundry Detergent

Eco-Friendly Formula

Hexawash is committed to sustainability, offering an eco-friendly formula that minimizes environmental impact without compromising cleaning power. Our detergent is free from harsh chemicals commonly found in conventional laundry detergents, making it safe for both your clothes and the planet.

Natural Ingredients

We believe in the power of nature to clean effectively, which is why Hexawash is made with 2 natural ingredients. The plant-based pouch is 100% GOTS-certified organic cotton. The mineral-based cleaning agent is magnesium pellets. Our cruelty-free formula harnesses the cleaning power of nature while being gentle on fabrics and skin.

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Powder Detergent & Liquid Detergent Alternative

Gone are the days of lugging around big boxes of washing soda or powder and bulky plastic bottles of liquid detergent to do laundry. Those brands' options contain so many ingredients, sometimes including phosphates, chlorine, and synthetic scent chemicals for fragrance.

Hexawash natural laundry detergent provides a convenient alternative in a compact reusable organic cotton pouch. Say goodbye to plastic waste and messy spills—Hexawash is easy to use and leaves only fresh laundry behind!

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Superior Cleaning Performance

The Hexawash offers exceptional cleaning power, capable of tackling heavily soiled loads and odors effectively. With its innovative design and natural ingredients, it delivers outstanding results without the need for washing machines, baking soda, or citric acid.

One of the key features of our natural laundry detergent is its longevity. Each pouch can be used approximately 300 times, ensuring your laundry is smelling fresh with long-lasting cleaning performance. Even after reaching this limit, you can continue to use it alongside a new Hexawash or repurpose it as fertilizer in your garden, making it an eco-friendly and sustainable choice.

To enhance its cleaning efficacy, consider allowing the high-efficiency formula to soak before washing your clothes. If your washing machine has a soak function, take advantage of it to soak just the pouch before starting the wash cycle.

Alternatively, you can soak the pouch in a bucket of room temperature or warm water before adding it to your machine. This pre-soaking process can help loosen dirt and stains, ensuring thorough cleaning. For garments with stubborn odors or stubborn stains, we recommend soaking them alongside the Hexawash before washing for optimal results.

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How SuperBee's Natural Laundry Detergent Works

At SuperBee, we employ innovative laundry detergent technology to revolutionize the way you clean your clothes. Hexawash’s unique cruelty-free formulation is filled with small magnesium pellets, which when mixed with water, create hydrogen gas and magnesium hydroxide. This reaction results in an alkaline solution of around pH 10.5 in your washing machine. Negative hydroxide ions reduce the surface tension of the water, making it easier for dirt and oil to break down and be washed away.

By harnessing the power of our magnesium solution, Hexawash delivers exceptional fragrance-free cleaning results while minimizing environmental impact.

Simple Usage Instructions

Using Hexawash is a breeze. Simply place the pouch hexagon in your washing machine along with your laundry load—there's no need to measure or pour. As the machine fills with water, When your machine cycle is finished, hang the pouch up to dry with your clothes or pop it in the dryer.

If your machine allows, you can even skip the rinse cycle and save water, since there are no soap suds to rinse away. For best results, follow your machine's recommended wash cycle and water temperature settings.

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Tips for Using Natural Laundry Detergent from SuperBee

To maximize the cleaning power of this eco-friendly laundry detergent pouch, consider pre-soaking heavily soiled garments or items with stubborn stains. You can soak the Hexawash hexagon itself before adding it to the machine, or pre-soak your laundry load in a separate container.

Additionally, for laundry with strong odors, try soaking them alongside Hexawash before washing to ensure a thorough clean and fresh natural scent with each load.

FAQ About Natural Laundry Detergent

What is the most natural laundry detergent?

The most natural laundry detergent is one made with nontoxic ingredients. With this in mind, we recommend Hexawash laundry detergent because it's made with only two ingredients; magnesium solution and 100% GOTS-certified organic cotton.

What is the healthiest laundry detergent to use?

The healthiest laundry detergent will be one that doesn't use toxic ingredients. We believe the Hexawash is one of the healthiest laundry detergent options available as it uses nontoxic ingredients magnesium and 100% GOTS-certified organic cotton to get clothes clean.

Is it good to use homemade laundry detergent?

Homemade laundry detergent can be good to use. However, it's important to note that homemade laundry detergent options aren't great if you're using untreated water or hard water in your washing machine. This is because the suspended calcium found in hard water makes it difficult to clean clothes with homemade laundry detergent options.

Is vinegar or laundry detergent better?

For those looking to avoid using chemical-laden laundry detergent options, vinegar can be a good alternative. If you have sensitive skin and find laundry detergent irritating, vinegar could be the right alternative. However, our nontoxic laundry detergent has a lot to offer, too!

Frequently asked questions

What can I use instead of laundry detergent?

The best plastic-free replacement is magnesium. Hexawash is an organic cotton pouch filled with magnesium pellets that cleans a normal load as well as regular detergent — no chemicals, no suds, no plastic jug — and lasts more than 300 washes.

We don't recommend the popular substitutes you may have seen online. Shampoo, body wash and dish soap are made to foam, and their suds can overflow your machine, leave residue in your clothes and even damage the sensors of high-efficiency washers. Baking soda can help with odors but doesn't lift dirt and oil on its own. A magnesium pouch does the whole job, wash after wash — read more about non-toxic laundry alternatives.

Can you really wash clothes without detergent?

Yes! When magnesium meets water it forms an alkaline solution of pH 10.5 — the ideal pH for washing clothes. The reaction produces negative hydroxide ions that reduce the water's surface tension, so dirt and oil break down and rinse away without any soap at all. Magnesium has been proven to be 10 times better at removing stubborn stains than regular laundry detergent.

That's exactly how Hexawash works: pop the pouch in the drum, press start, and skip the detergent aisle for the next 300+ loads.

Is Hexawash a 100% natural laundry detergent alternative?

Yes! Hexawash is an innovative approach to chemical-free laundry detergent. Each Hexawash contains an organic cotton pouch filled with magnesium pellets — and absolutely zero synthetic chemicals.

We know conventional laundry detergents contain substances that can clog waterways, irritate your skin or expose you to phosphates and potential carcinogens. Hexawash, by contrast, is a 100% natural, vegan, non-toxic and eco-friendly laundry detergent alternative that still cleans clothes as well as — if not better — than your normal detergent! Made from fully biodegradable materials, the Hexawash is also plastic-free and ideal for those seeking a zero-waste laundry detergent.

Does your family have sensitive skin? Hexawash is hypoallergenic, meaning it contains zero of the nasties that cause itchy skin and allergic reactions. If you’re looking for a laundry product that’s gentle on your skin and chemical-free, Hexawash is the ultimate solution.

How does Hexawash work?

A nifty piece of science is what makes the SuperBee Hexawash work so well. Its cotton pouch is filled with hundreds of small magnesium pellets. When mixed with water, these balls react to form hydrogen gas (H₂) and magnesium hydroxide (Mg(OH)₂) and to generate an alkaline solution of pH 10.5 in your washing machine — the ideal pH for washing clothes.

Negative hydroxide ions are also produced during this process and act to reduce the surface tension of the water, making it easier for dirt and oil to break down and be washed away. In fact, magnesium has been proven to be 10 times better at removing stubborn stains than regular laundry detergent!

Voilà: perfectly clean clothes and an organic laundry detergent alternative that’s kind to your skin, our waterways and the planet itself.

How do I use Hexawash?

Using this miraculous little pouch couldn’t be easier; it functions exactly like your usual detergent. Just pop your Hexwash into the washing machine drum and press start!

The Hexawash can also be used with both soft and hard water at any temperature. In fact, this 100% natural laundry detergent alternative is just as effective in a cold wash as in a hot one (which is a great way to lower your CO₂ emissions and environmental impact even further!).

It’s also safe to use in all washing machines, including top-loaders and front-loaders, as well as high-efficiency (HE) washing machines (no, it won’t damage the sensors!).

While the Hexawash is an effortless way to turn your laundry chemical and plastic-free, there are a couple of tips for getting sparklingly clean and fresh laundry every time:

Soaking the Hexawash first can enhance the cleaning process, so use the soak function — if your machine has it — with just the Hexwash before washing your clothes. Alternatively, soaking the Hexawash in a bucket of water before putting it into your machine will do the same job.
For clothing that’s heavily stained or carries a strong odor, leave it to soak alongside the Hexawash before washing, too.
You can skip the rinse cycle on your washing machine when using the Hexawash, as no soap suds are created and there’s no residue to wash away. If your washing machine doesn’t allow you to skip the rinse cycle, don’t worry; Hexawash will still work exactly the same, you’ll just use a little more water.
If you’re handwashing, put the items in a bucket of water with the Hexawash for around an hour before beginning the handwashing process.
Hexawash is naturally odor-free and we don’t recommend using it with fabric softener — we prefer to keep our waterways chemical-free! However, if you want to use fabric softener alongside, note that the fragrance may be reduced due to the strong odor-removing powers of the magnesium pellets.
As a final step, if you use a clothes dryer, we recommend adding a little of your favorite essential oils to the outside of our wool dryer balls and placing them in with your load of washing. Not only will the balls reduce the drying time, but the essential oils will give your clothes a beautifully subtle fragrance.
Hang it up to dry with your clothes.

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