All articles

General

Are Dr. Bronner's soaps tear-free?

Dr. Bronner's Soaps are not tear-free. The “tear-free” characteristic is one that can only be achieved with certain synthetic non-soap detergents, and it’s not something we’re able to do given our soaps are true soaps. We do make a Baby Unscented Pur

Are Dr. Bronner's products biodegradable?

Our Pure-Castile Liquid Soaps, Pure-Castile Bar Soaps, Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner, Organic Hair Crème, Organic Shaving Soap, and Organic Sugar Soaps are classified as “readily biodegradable” under the stringent testing conditions of OECD Guidelin

Are Dr. Bronner's products gluten-free?

Although we do not yet have a gluten-free certification, all of our products are not made with ingredients derived from grains or ingredients containing gluten, and we do not process gluten in our factory. When having any health concerns, we always r

Are Dr. Bronner's products safe to use during pregnancy?

Dr. Bronner’s products are made with simple, easy-to-pronounce ingredients with no harsh synthetic chemicals or preservatives such as parabens, making them a great option for those with certain sensitivities or for those who are pregnant. Many of our

Are Dr. Bronner's products safe to use outdoors?

Dr. Bronner’s Pure-Castile Soap was the original camping soap and is safe to use in and around nature. Our Pure-Castile Liquid Soaps, Pure-Castile Bar Soaps, Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner, Organic Hair Crème, and Organic Sugar Soaps have all been te

Are Dr. Bronner's products septic system safe?

Our Pure-Castile Liquid Soap, Pure-Castile Bar Soap, Organic Sugar Soap, Organic Hair Crème, and Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner have all been tested and all meet the standard criteria to be classified as “readily biodegradable.” This means that they

Are Dr. Bronner's products soy-free?

Both our All-One Toothpaste and Organic Hand Sanitizers contain glycerin sourced from non-GMO soy. However, these are the only products we manufacture that contain soy or soy-derived ingredients, and none of the other products we manufacture include

Can I test positive on a drug test for THC if I use your product?

None of the Dr. Bronner's products, including our soaps, can make you test positive for THC on a drug test. While industrial Hemp is regulated to have no more than 0.3% delta-THC, Dr. Bronner’s uses Hemp Seed Oil as a minor ingredient at no more than

Ditch the plastic!

We share your concern! Dr. Bronner’s uses 100% post-consumer recycled (PCR) polyethylene (PET) plastic bottles and jugs for a majority of our products. We have been using 100% PCR PET bottles for more than ten years, long before this was common in th

Does Dr. Bronner's offer samples or coupons?

❗Make sure to apply discount codes at checkout before placing your order, as we are unable to make changes once an order is processed.

Do you have an antibacterial soap?

Soap that is labeled “antibacterial” means that active antimicrobial ingredients have been added to it. At this time, none of our soaps or cleaning products contain these specific ingredients; therefore, we do not label them as “antibacterial.” Howev

Do you offer replacement caps?

In an effort to reduce our footprint on Spaceship Earth, we have cut down on supplying extra packaging materials and swag items. Unfortunately, this means that we do not offer any replacement caps at this time. However, if your product was purchased

Do you offer replacement pumps?

At this time, we do not offer pump dispensers for our Pure-Castile Liquid Soaps or Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner* products, nor do we recommend using these products with any traditional pump dispensers. Due to these products being so concentrated, o

Do you sell Dr. Bronner's products on Amazon?

Yes! While most of our products have previously been available on Amazon through our authorized vendor WishingUWell, we will now be selling select products made with Regenerative Organic® oils on Amazon directly from our Dr. Bronner’s storefront. If

How can I leave feedback or pass along a suggestion?

We are grateful to have customers like you who are willing to reach out to us and share your experiences and great ideas!. The best way to do this is by connecting with us through our Contact Page, and selecting "feedback" from the subject drop down.

How can I purchase the Cherry Blossom or Green Tea scents?

Our highly anticipated seasonal Cherry Blossom scent is set to become available for purchase on our website exclusively on, April 1, 2025, until supplies last!. If desired size option is not available, item is out of stock. It will be available in th

How can I purchase the Sandalwood Jasmine scent?

Our seasonal Sandalwood Jasmine scent is exclusively available on drbronner.com every year. Sign up for our newsletter to be notified when it will be available next!

How can I purchase the Earl Grey scent?

While we haven’t yet introduced our Earl Grey Pure-Castile Soap in the U.S. market, customers have found it on occasion at stores like TJ Maxx and Marshall's. We recommend signing up for our newsletter to receive an alert if any of our international

How can I tell the difference between legitimate variances in Dr. Bronner's packaging and counterfeit products?

Legitimate Dr. Bronner's products may sometimes feature minor packaging changes due to updates in branding, regulatory requirements, or adaptations in our packaging supply chain. These changes are always in line with our commitment to quality and cus

Is there THC in Dr. Bronner's products?

Even hemp seed oil pressed from thoroughly cleaned seeds of low-THC industrial hemp varieties may contain minuscule trace amounts of THC, typically not more than 10 ppm, or not more than 0.001%. Since hemp seed oil is used in Dr. Bronner’s soaps at l

Where can I find a refill station?

To find a refill station near you, head over to our store locator, plug in your zip code, and select "Bulk Refill" from the product filter options.

Where can I purchase Dr. Bronner's products?

You can purchase all our products directly from our website or use our store locator tool to easily find stores in your area that carry our products. On drbronner.com, we offer rotating promotions, enabling our customers to try our merchandise at low

Which products are best for sensitive skin?

Although our soaps have not been tested to see whether they are noncomedogenic, they have been used for many years with great success by those with sensitive skin. We've heard from many customers with skin issues such as eczema, psoriasis, rosacea, a

Why are drbronner.com prices different than retail stores?

Although we control the price that we sell to each retailer and provide a suggested retail price (SRP) and MRP policy, it is completely up to the retailer if they would like to make less or more margin on our products. A brand cannot control what ret

Why did Dr. Bronner's prices increase?

We understand that budgets are tight and that shoppers have to spend their dollars wisely. You should know that the price margins on our products are actually razor thin, and the cost of our products reflect the organic, fair trade, purpose-driven na

Are Dr. Bronner's products nut-free?

With the exception of our Magic All-One Chocolate, all of Dr. Bronner’s products are produced and packaged in facilities that are peanut and tree-nut free. Our Almond Pure-Castile Soaps are not made with almond essential oil. There are two types of a

What are the different Castile Soaps scents?

Dr. Bronner's carries a variety of scents for our Castile Soap line, both liquid and bar soap. We carry 8 varieties all year round, and 3 additional varieties that are only sold as seasonal items. Our seasonal scents are only available on drbronner.c

What are the different Castile Soaps sizes?

Our Castile Soaps are available in various sizes. We have broken down the sizes and scents for you below:. 2oz - Almond, Baby-Unscented, Cherry Blossom, Citrus, Eucalyptus, Green Tea, Lavender, Peppermint, Rose, Sandalwood Jasmine, Tea Tree. 4oz - Al

How can I shampoo with Dr. Bronner's Products?

Our Castile Soaps and Sugar Soaps work exceptionally well to clean hair; however, the process may require a bit of tinkering to fit your specific needs. We encourage you to use this as a guide and to tweak anything we recommend to best fit your desir

Where are Dr. Bronner's products made?

As our main manufacturing facility is located in Vista, CA, the majority of our products are manufactured within the United States, with the exception of our Magic All-One Chocolate and Regenerative Organic Virgin Coconut Oil. Our chocolate is made i

Are Dr. Bronner's product dairy free?

We are happy to confirm that we do not process or use any egg or dairy-derived ingredients in our products. Vegan Action certifies that our vegan products do not contain any animal products or by-products and that no animal products are used in the m