# Dishwasher Detergent — Clean dishes without harsh chemicals **URL:** https://www.earthley.com/products/dishwasher-detergent **Categories:** Dishes, Home Essentials **Rating:** 3.5 / 5 (130 reviews) Enjoy sparkling clean dishes with a simple, plant-based dishwasher detergent made without harsh chemicals. Earthley's Dishwasher Detergent combines washing soda, baking soda, citric acid, and saponified organic oils to effectively clean dishes while being gentle on your home and the environment. Choose from a fresh Lemon-Thyme scent made with pure essential oils or an Unscented option for fragrance-free cleaning. Both formulas are biodegradable, septic-safe, and made with thoughtfully selected ingredients you can feel good about using every day. With approximately 90 loads per bag, this concentrated formula delivers an effective clean without sulfates, phosphates, petrochemicals, or artificial fragrances. ### Key Benefits: - Cleans dishes without harsh chemicals - Plant-based cleaning ingredients - Biodegradable and septic-safe - Approximately 90 loads per bag - Available in Lemon-Thyme or Unscented - Free from sulfates, phosphates, petrochemicals, and artificial fragrances No sulfates; no phosphates; no petrochemicals! Septic safe; biodegradable; artificial fragrance-free; plant-based cleaner! Don’t love your product? Contact us within 30 days and we’ll refund your money. The best way to reach us is through email at customercare@earthley.com. Manufactured in a cGMP-certified, FDA-inspected facility in Columbus, Ohio. Our [Revive & Restore Promise](https://earthley.com/earthley-revive-restore-promise): We use 100% clean ingredients - no compromises. Free of natural and artificial flavors, colors, added sugars, and top allergens. ## Variants & Pricing - **37.5 OZ / LEMON-THYME** — $23.99 — In stock — SKU `SOAP-DISHWASHER-LEMONTHYME-37PT5OZ` - **37.5 OZ / UNSCENTED** — $22.99 — In stock — SKU `SOAP-DISHWASHER-UNSCENTED-37PT5OZ` ## Description Only the most gentle, yet effective ingredients are used to create Earthley’s Dishwasher Detergent. The natural power of washing soda, baking soda, citric acid, and saponified oils combine to clean dishes without harsh chemicals. The result is a pure, all-natural dishwasher detergent that is eco-friendly and safe for the whole family. Natural essential oils are added to our Lemon-Thyme, Eucalyptus-Spearmint, and Grapefruit scents to leave behind a light, fresh smell. However, if you prefer unscented products, we have that option available too! Enjoy the difference a pure clean can make with our Dishwasher Detergent! **Benefits:** - 60 loads - Septic safe - Biodegradable - Pure ingredients - Plant-based cleaners - Eco-friendly No sulfates; no phosphates; no petrochemicals! Septic safe; biodegradable; artificial fragrance-free; plant-based cleaner! Don’t love your product? Contact us within 30 days and we’ll refund your money. The best way to reach us is through email at customercare@earthley.com. ## Ingredients - Citric Acid *(Citric Acid)* - Baking Soda *(Sodium bicarbonate)* - Washing Soda *(Sodium carbonate)* - Coconut Oil, Saponified {Organic} *(Cocos nucifera)* - Saponified Extra-Virgin Olive Oil {Organic} *(Olivate)* - Castor Oil, Saponified {Organic} *(Ricinus communis)* - Lemon Essential Oil *(Citrus limon)* - Thyme Essential Oil *(Thymus vulgaris)* ## Certifications - Family Owned - Sustainably Manufactured - Thirty Day Money Back Guarantee - No Artificial Ingredients ## Frequently Asked Questions ### Why are my dishes cloudy or streaky after using natural dishwasher detergent? Cloudiness or streaking can have several causes, including hard water, mineral buildup, too much detergent, or your dishwasher's individual settings. Start by using the recommended 1 tablespoon of detergent per load and using white vinegar as a rinse aid. You may also need to adjust the amount slightly based on your water and dishwasher. ### Is Dishwasher Detergent septic-safe? Yes, Earthley’s Dishwasher Detergent is septic safe when used as directed. It’s made with simple ingredients like washing soda, baking soda, citric acid, and saponified plant oils and does not contain phosphates, sulfates, or petrochemicals. ### Is Earthley’s Dishwasher Detergent biodegradable? Yes, our Dishwasher Detergent is made with biodegradable, plant-based cleaning ingredients for a simple, effective clean without many of the unnecessary additives found in conventional dishwasher detergents. ### Does Earthley’s Dishwasher Detergent contain phosphates? No, Earthley’s Dishwasher Detergent is phosphate-free. It's also made without sulfates or petrochemicals, giving you a simple way to clean your dishes without many of the ingredients you may be trying to avoid in your home. ### Does Earthley’s Dishwasher Detergent contain artificial fragrance? No, our Dishwasher Detergent is artificial fragrance-free. Lemon-Thyme is scented with natural essential oils, and we also offer an Unscented option for those who prefer to skip added scent altogether. ### How many loads does one bag of Dishwasher Detergent make? One 37.5-oz. bag provides approximately 90 loads when you use the recommended 1 tablespoon per load. ### Do I need to use a rinse aid with Earthley’s Dishwasher Detergent? We recommend using white vinegar as a rinse aid with our Dishwasher Detergent. It can be especially helpful if you're dealing with mineral buildup, spots, streaks, or cloudy-looking dishes. ### What does citric acid do in dishwasher detergent? Citric acid helps break down grease, dirt, and soap scum. In our formula, it works alongside washing soda, baking soda, and saponified plant oils to help get dishes clean without relying on many of the ingredients found in conventional dishwasher detergents. ### Why does Earthley recommend washing soda in dishwasher detergent? Washing soda, also known as sodium carbonate, is an alkaline cleaning ingredient that helps tackle dirt and grease. It can also help soften water, which makes it useful in dishwasher and laundry formulas.