Why We Don’t Sell Laundry Sheets - And What To Use Instead
We are often asked why we don’t sell laundry sheets. Over the past few years, these sheets have grown in popularity, thanks to their convenience and claims of being a sustainable alternative to traditional detergents.
However, many laundry sheets contain polyvinyl alcohol (PVA), a type of plastic that dissolves in water but can still break down into microplastics. Microplastics persist in the environment for decades, harm aquatic life, and disrupt ecosystems, affecting habitats and the balance of natural ecosystems. It has also been found in food and drinking water.
Laundry Sheets and Greenwashing
Ethical Consumer recently highlighted several laundry sheet brands for greenwashing. As they explain:
“OceanSaver and Homethings both sell laundry sheets, while OceanSaver also sells laundry pods. Both brands advertise these products as ‘plastic free’, it’s even stamped clearly on their packaging. Yet these products contain polyvinyl alcohol (PVA/PVOH), a type of plastic, something which these brands even admit on their websites.
‘Earth Breeze says ‘no plastic jugs’ on its packaging — which is technically true, though it does suggest the product is plastic free, but it also uses polyvinyl alcohol, with no acknowledgement of the controversy.
Smol also sells pods (‘capsules’) which contain polyvinyl alcohol, but doesn’t claim its products are completely plastic free.
Even products marketed as eco-friendly can contribute to plastic pollution, making it harder to choose truly sustainable laundry solutions.’
Why Eco-Friendly Laundry Powder Works
Because of these concerns, we don’t manufacture Laundry Sheets as we cannot do this without plastic. Instead, we offer a plastic-free laundry powder made with natural, biodegradable ingredients. Our laundry powder is:
- Gentle on fabrics and sensitive skin
- Non-toxic and plant-based
- Septic tank friendly
- Hypoallergenic and biodegradable
Each 1.75kg pack provides up to 25 washes, offering a simple and sustainable way to clean your clothes. Free from palm oil, SLS, parabens, and plastic, it’s better for your home and the environment.
We’re proud to be accredited by Cruelty-Free International and The Vegan Society, reflecting our commitment to ethical, sustainable products.
Making Laundry More Sustainable
Switching to eco-friendly laundry powder is one small but impactful step toward reducing your environmental footprint. Every wash avoids contributing microplastics and harmful chemicals to our waterways, helping you make a positive difference with a simple daily routine.
At Friendly Soap, we create products that are transparent, safe, and genuinely sustainable, so you can care for your home and the planet at the same time.