Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner
Can I mix Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner with alcohol?
While rubbing alcohol can be mixed with our Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner*, certain proportions are beneficial, and others are detrimental. Adding up to 5% of alcohol to Sal Suds can increase the cleaning ability. But any more than that, and the alc
Can I mix Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner with bleach?
While you can mix many things with our Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner*, we don't recommend combining it with bleach, as bleach is highly reactive. Lisa Bronner puts it best in her blog post What Can You Mix with Dr. Bronner’s Sal Suds?:. Bleach react
Can I mix Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner with vinegar?
We don't recommend mixing vinegar with Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner*. We recently did effectiveness testing after mixing the two, and we found that Sal Suds mixed with vinegar is less effective at cleaning than Sal Suds alone. *Sal Suds cleaner sho
Can I use a pump dispenser with the Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner?
Due to our Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner* being very concentrated, it does not work well in pump dispensers even when diluted. We've tested a variety of pumps and dilutions over the years with little success. Inevitably, the pumps always clog. Inste
Can the citric acid and sodium benzoate create benzene?
Studies have shown that benzene formation may be a concern in consumer products when sodium benzoate is used in conjunction with ascorbic acid. However, it's important to note that the citric acid used in our Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner* is not as
Does Sal Suds work in HE (high-efficiency) washing machines?
Yes! Our Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner* works wonderfully to wash clothing by hand and in regular or high-efficiency (HE) washing machines. However, keep in mind that although we do receive loads of positive feedback from customers who use our soaps
How can I purchase a Sal Suds Refill Carton?
As a manufacturer, we hope that someday all our packaging will be either 100% recyclable, compostable, or reusable. We're working hard to ensure that the materials used to make our packaging are as renewable and regenerative as possible and to move a
How do I use Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner?
Use Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner* for just about any cleaning task in your home: dishes, floors, laundry detergent & more. Sal Suds is safe on most surfaces that can get wet—stone, tile, stainless steel, fabrics, carpets—replace multiple products w
Is Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner safe to use around kids or pets?
Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner* is an extremely clean rinsing product that won't leave any residue if it's used properly. This means there won't be anything left on surfaces to impact sensitive skin or sensitive systems. For this reason, Sal Suds is
What is my Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner's shelf life?
Our Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner* has a 3-year shelf life from the date of manufacture and a 24-month shelf life after opening (POA). While our Sal Suds doesn't have an expiration date, for the best quality, we recommend finishing your product wit
What is the difference between Pure-Castile Liquid Soap and Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner?
Our Pure-Castile Liquid Soaps and Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner* can be used interchangeably in many applications; however, they have some key differences. The biggest difference between the two is that our Pure-Castile Soap is a "true soap" while o
What is the difference between soap and detergent?
Our Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner* is a mild detergent, while our Pure-Castile Soap and Organic Sugar Soap are true soaps. The difference between soaps and detergents is that soaps are “the salt of a fatty acid.” This means soap is made in a one-ste
Where can I purchase Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner in the EU or UK?
Unfortunately, we're not actively selling Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner* in Europe and don't have a timeline for reintroducing Sal Suds to this market at the moment. However, while you wait, our Pure-Castile Liquid Soap can be used for household cle
Why is my Sal Suds cloudy or white?
It's completely normal for our Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner* to turn cloudy white and even solidify under colder temperatures. This happens when the ingredients reach their cloud point – the point at which the transparent solution undergoes a phase
What is the pH for Sal Suds?
Our Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner* has a pH range of 6.5 - 7.0. While we don't consider it to be “pH balanced,” rest assured, it works extremely well in most general applications where a mild detergent is needed. For tips and tricks on using Sal Sud
Can I used Sal Suds to wash my body?
Our Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner* is a mild detergent (not a soap), which means it consists of some synthetic ingredients. We formulated it as an all-purpose hard-surface cleaner made of plant-based surfactants and scented with natural spruce and f
Why am I coughing after using my Sal Suds all-purpose spray cleaner?
When spraying our Sal Suds Biodegradable Cleaner* from a spray bottle, a fine mist is often produced in the surrounding area. Depending on your immune system or the sensitivity of your nose, these fine airborne particles may trigger bronchial cells i