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Scary Mommy 2025 Readers’ Choice Awards Best Baby Safe Laundry Detergent

You’ll be doing roughly 8 million loads of laundry a week. Choose wisely.

by Team Scary Mommy
Scary Mommy 2025 Readers' Choice Awards

You’ve added another person — with their specific bodily requirements — to your house; congrats! And yes, of course babies have sensitive skin, and yes of course that includes your kid. You will also be doing umpteen loads of laundry a week, so figuring out which detergent your little one’s skin can handle might be a bit tricky. These detergents come in a variety of formulas, scents and more. Do you have a favorite? Vote for it here!

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What Scary Mommy readers love about Babyganics 3x Laundry Detergent:

  • Clean ingredients and formula that make you feel safe.
  • Both fragrance-free and great-smelling scented options.
  • Effective and efficient cleaning ability.
  • Trusted brand for baby-friendly products
  • Gentle on babies’ skin.

What Scary Mommy readers love about ECOS Laundry Detergent Sheets:

  • Fresh, clean, and gentle with a lovely scent.
  • All clean ingredients, safe for you and the environment.
  • Easy to use and convenient, even for traveling.
  • Safer Choice certified brand that is ethically good with sustainable manufacturing.
  • Women/family owned and operated.

What Scary Mommy readers love about Dropps Sensitive Skin Detergent:

  • Clean ingredients without the compromise; clothes come out clean and fresh.
  • Gentle on babies’ skin and yours every time (Eczema Association Seal of Acceptance).
  • Eco-credentials with safer ingredients.
  • Science-backed product that delivers results.
  • Trustworthy marketing and great customer support.

Photos courtesy of Attitude, Dapple Baby, ECOS®, Heritage Park Laundry