The new year is here! As we wave this past year goodbye, it’s the perfect time to brainstorm goals for the future. In an increasingly eco-conscious world, it’s no surprise that many are looking for ways to create a sustainable 2024. If you’re considering...
Sweater weather is here, and it has brought its annual cesspool of germs with it. It's sad but true; winter is when germs thrive. As the chilly weather continues, colds, flus, and other illnesses are sure to circulate through your community. Now's the time to ready...
Run-of-the-mill cleaners are full of chemicals that can aggravate sensitivities. From bleach to brighteners (and every additive between), big-name cleaners are an allergy attack just waiting to happen. That’s where hypoallergenic cleaning solutions come in....
As the new year approaches, many are thinking about their daily habits. How much household waste do we produce? What are we doing to meet our green goals? Whether you’re an old-timer or you’re just starting your sustainability journey, the new year is a great time to...
The holidays are here! No matter what this holiday brings you, we’ve got the perfect gift to help you celebrate sustainably. The gift-giving season is the perfect time to help that special someone stock up on green cleaning essentials. If you’ve been on the...
You can feel it in the air. The time of pumpkin spice lattes, chilly weather, and changing leaves is approaching. For the folks at Charlie’s Soap, that can only mean one thing: the annual shift from summer to fall laundry is here. As you trade in colorful sundresses...
A nice, candlelit dinner party. Your best white tablecloths. What could go wrong? The short answer—everything. Long-time cleaning veterans know that tablecloths bear the brunt of wear and tear, and candle wax is no exception. Cleaning wax from fabric can be a painful...
If your laundry came out of the washer looking worse for wear, you’re not alone. It’s paradoxical, but many laundry detergents can leave a stain on your clothes. Full of added dyes, optical brighteners, and other fillers, subpar detergents can leave lots of residues...
Between mud, dirt, and sweat stains, your favorite white sun hats, visors, and baseball hats get put through the ringer. White hats of every style can get scuffed, smudged, and stained. So, when your favorite white fedora falls into a muddy puddle, don’t panic. With a...
Oxygen bleach is making a name for itself as a chlorine-free bleach alternative. It’s true—the powerful oxygen bleach from Charlie’s Soap has it all, with all the stain-fighting, whitening, and brightening power of regular bleach without the downsides. Wondering if...
You can’t walk down the laundry aisle without dozens of scents jumping out. It seems that everything is manufactured to bring a different romantic landscape to your clothes. So, what’s the problem? Well, scented laundry soaps are full of perfumes, additives, and...
How to Clean Mud Stains Out of Clothes Fall is here, and it brought its stormy weather messes with it. The next time your kid comes in with muddy clothes after playing in the rain, don’t panic. With a little help from Charlie’s soap, mud stains will be a thing of the...
Smores, ice cream sundaes, chocolate chip cookies: some of your kid’s favorite treats are also the messiest. Chocolate that begins in tiny, toddler hands ends up in unexpected places. Every parent knows how it goes: the mess starts with the shirt, and eventually, it’s...
As one of the leading producers of eco-friendly laundry detergents, Charlie’s Soap always has our customers’ best interests in mind. One of the most pervasive myths in the laundry industry today is that fabric softener is necessary for getting clothes clean and...
A common myth pervading laundry rooms everywhere is that fewer suds = dirty laundry. Between high-efficiency (HE) washers, agitator machines, and an assortment of different detergents, it can be challenging to know which products are best suited for your laundry...
We’ve all been there - you pull your laundry out of the dryer, and somehow your clothes smell worse than before you put them in the washer! The reason this happened can be a bit of a mystery - but fear not - we’ve got the secret to great-smelling laundry. An April...
Your washing machine cleans your clothes and gives everything that much-loved “fresh feeling.” However, in time all the dirt and grime from your clothes will eventually build up. If you’ve even been curious how that bad washer smell gets into your washing machine,...
Most people have developed their own systems for doing laundry over the years. Some folks swear by using bleach with every load of whites, while others simply won’t touch it. In like fashion, certain people will only air-dry their clothes, while others use dryers with...
Especially for busy parents without much free time, doing laundry multiple times a week can be a real hassle. That said, you want to ensure your clothing gets as clean and fresh as possible every time you do a load of laundry. Part of this process is ensuring you have...
Especially for busy moms, it can be difficult to get laundry done quickly and efficiently, while also doing a good job of getting clothes clean. Add to the fact that different types of washing machines have different water and detergent requirements and things can get...
At Charlie’s Soap, we are big fans of wool. Activewear made from materials like merino wool is extremely popular among outdoor enthusiasts and athletes during all seasons of the year due to its breathability and durability - not to mention it’s naturally sourced! But...
Whether you live alone or have a large family, keeping up with laundry can be a lot of work. There is perhaps nothing as frustrating as having a washer stain your clothes when it’s supposed to be getting them clean. When a washing machine might be staining clothes,...
Many people don't realize that changing seasons can affect the efficiency of both washing machines and laundry detergents. In fact, as the ground temperatures plummet in the wintertime, it lowers the temperature of the water that comes into your home, and your...
We can't deny that COVID-19 has touched nearly every facet of our lives. Not only has the pandemic changed the way people work and spend time with family, but it has also altered our purchasing habits. Today, parents are struggling to get disposable diapers for their...
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