2026 Guide to Plant-Based, Hypoallergenic Detergents for Sensitive Skin

2026 Guide to Plant-Based, Hypoallergenic Detergents for Sensitive Skin

Plant-based, hypoallergenic laundry detergents are formulated to clean effectively while minimizing common irritants for sensitive skin. At Cleaning Supply Review, we look for fragrance-free, dye-free formulas with short, transparent ingredient lists and meaningful certifications such as EPA Safer Choice or the National Eczema Association (NEA). These products can handle everyday soils in cold and HE machines; for set-in stains, plan on pretreating and proper dosing. Dermatologists consistently steer sensitive households toward fragrance-free over unscented labels and advise avoiding heavy scents and dyes in a sensitive skin detergent, especially for eczema-prone users, as covered in dermatologist guidance on sensitive-skin detergents (NBC Select).