My research has uncovered for certain that Dreft and Ivory Snow, Trader Joe's, Seventh Generation etc, as well as any detergent
containing fabric softeners, optical brighteners and stain protectors that are definitely not okay to use on your cloth diapers.
Not exact matches
You can also skip the
fabric softener in the wash and the dryer since it's just another product that can
contain irritating chemicals.
The detergent
contains a natural, coconut - based
fabric softener and is pH neutral.
Skip
fabric softener and dryer sheets because they can
contain fragrances that may irritate your baby's skin.
Some detergents
contain ingredients such as perfumes, dyes, optical brighteners, and
fabric softeners that may leave residue on
fabric.
Make sure that you are using a detergent that does not
contain any perfumes or
fabric softeners.
Any commercial detergent is great to use as long as it does not
contain synthetic
fabric softeners..
Most manufacturers recommend finding a detergent that does not
contain scents, dyes, and
fabric softeners.
Stay away from any products
containing bleach, enzyme cleaners or
fabric softeners - which can affect durability, absorbency and longevity.
Fabric softeners contain one of the worst cocktails of acne - causing chemicals in existence.
While
fabric softeners work extremely well to soften clothing and reduce static, they can
contain hundreds of unlabeled,
Conventional
fabric softeners and dryer sheets
contain chemicals that are linked to cancer, headaches, mood swings and more.
Recent research suggests you may want to do the latter, as scented laundry detergents,
fabric softeners and dryer sheets
contain hazardous chemicals, some of them known carcinogens -LSB-...]
Dish soaps, detergents,
fabric softeners, air fresheners, soaps, and shampoos that
contain phthalates — which are known endocrine disruptors.
Fabric softener liquids and sheets: These
contain quats, or quarternary ammonium compounds.
Warm Weather Hazards • Animal toxins — toads, insects, spiders, snakes and scorpions • Blue - green algae in ponds • Citronella candles • Cocoa mulch • Compost piles Fertilizers • Flea products • Outdoor plants and plant bulbs • Swimming - pool treatment supplies • Fly baits
containing methomyl • Slug and snail baits
containing metaldehyde Medication Common examples of human medications that can be potentially lethal to pets, even in small doses, include: • Pain killers • Cold medicines • Anti-cancer drugs • Antidepressants • Vitamins • Diet Pills Cold Weather Hazards • Antifreeze • Liquid potpourri • Ice melting products • Rat and mouse bait Common Household Hazards •
Fabric softener sheets • Mothballs • Post-1982 pennies (due to high concentration of zinc) Holiday Hazards • Christmas tree water (may
contain fertilizers and bacteria, which can upset the stomach.
Fabric Softener Sheets
Fabric softeners contain cationic detergents.