Sustainability starts with everyday choices—and your laundry detergent is a great place to begin. Traditional plastic jugs are wasteful and hard to recycle, but thankfully, more eco-friendly packaging options are entering the scene. Here's a quick breakdown of what’s out there, plus the pros and cons of each.
🟫 Cardboard Boxes
✔️ Recyclable and renewable
❌ Often need plastic lining, prone to moisture damage
Great for powdered detergents and low-moisture products.
♻️ Refillable Containers
✔️ Zero waste over time
❌ Requires access to refills, not always convenient
Best for liquid concentrates and committed zero-waste routines.
🌿 Compostable/Biodegradable Packs
✔️ Break down naturally, great for minimalists
❌ Limited composting access, less durable
Ideal for tabs or pods with low moisture sensitivity.
🧴 Hybrid Packaging (Less Plastic, Still Recyclable)
✔️ Reduced plastic use, recyclable in many areas
❌ Still includes some plastic (e.g., inner linings)
Bloop, for example, uses this model—minimal plastic, recyclable in many municipalities, and still moisture-resistant.
🧼 Concentrated Formats (Tabs, Pods, Strips)
✔️ Less packaging, easier to store and ship
❌ Some materials (like PVA) raise biodegradability concerns
Pairs well with sustainable packaging for a low-waste routine.
So, What’s the Most Sustainable Option?
There’s no one-size-fits-all answer—but generally, the most sustainable laundry detergent packaging:
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Uses recyclable or compostable materials
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Is lightweight and compact
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Reduces plastic where possible
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Matches the format of the product (e.g., tabs vs. liquid)
As awareness and demand for sustainability grow, brands are innovating quickly. Whether you’re picking up detergent strips in cardboard boxes, refilling a reusable bottle, or choosing a hybrid option like Bloop, what matters most is that you're moving away from waste-heavy, plastic-laden options.
The Bottom Line
There’s no perfect solution, but choosing less plastic, recyclable, or reusable packaging goes a long way. Brands like Bloop are helping make sustainability simpler without compromising on performance.
Every laundry day is a chance to reduce waste. Make it count.