When you buy new clothes (or receive them as a gift!), the urge to try them on and wear them right away might be overwhelming. But before you show off that new look - think for a minute - should you always wash new clothes before wearing them? The short answer is -...
Cloth diapers are a great way to save money and be kinder to the environment, plus they can be great for gentle baby bottoms that are sensitive to the chemicals in traditional diapers. There can be a learning curve when you first start using cloth diapers, though. How...
An HE washer, or high-efficiency washer, cleans differently than an older non-HE model. HE washers work with lower water levels to clean your fabrics. In fact, HE washers can save thousands of gallons of water per year for the average family. However, sometimes HE...
Whether you’re spending Thanksgiving with just the people in your household, or you’re inviting a few quarantine pod friends and family members over for a (safe) celebration, there are some steps you should take to clean and prepare your home for the holiday. Start...
You bought or received a brand new pack of high-thread count, cotton sheet sets. You can’t wait to wash them, put them on your mattress, and get cozy when it’s time for bed. But...then you slip between your new sheets and find that they’re not so soft. In fact, they...
You use cloth diapers for your little one because they’re environmentally friendly, less expensive, or for both reasons! At Charlie's Soap, we applaud anyone making the switch to cloth diapers - in 2018 alone, the EPA estimated that over 4 million tons of...
You probably know the Charlie’s Soap team for...well, our naturally derived and irritant-free soap products! Our laundry detergents and household cleaners are specially formulated to get your fabrics and surfaces clean but also leave behind no residues or pollutants....
Red, red wine. It’s enjoyable to drink, it’s great for cooking, and — depending on your taste in music - a catchy tune. And while white fabrics and red wine might seem like a deadly combination - luckily there's an antidote. Enter: Charlie’s Soap. With our...
We hear this question quite a bit - does Whole Foods sell Charlie's Soap? And we are proud to announce that YES Charlie's Soap is available in Whole Foods Markets across the country! This partnership has been a long time in the making - here's how it came to be. When...
Whether it’s smeared-on chocolate, face paint or fake blood, Halloween fun can bring on not-so-fun messes and costume stains. Don’t scream in horror just yet. Check out some quick tips on how to clean costumes and remove stains so your costumes are looking great year...
Many folks tend to think that all-natural products are more expensive. While it may appear at glance that the price tag is a bit higher, you actually end up saving money in the long run when you look at the benefits natural products bring. This especially holds true...
How to Clean a Smelly Washing Machine Your washing machine cleans all your clothes, towels, linens, and fabrics… but after while it seems like your fabrics aren’t so fresh. It’s entirely possible for your washing machine itself to be the problem. Learn how to clean a...
Classroom Cleaning Tips for Fall 2020 With some schools back in session and some returning to in-person classes soon, hygiene and safety will be front and center. That’s why we’re sharing five classroom cleaning tips for teachers, staff, and school administration to...
We were thrilled to see that Business Insider recently listed Charlie’s Laundry Powder as the best natural powder! But what exactly makes Charlie’s the best powder laundry detergent? How does it work? And why would you use a powder detergent instead of a liquid...
You can live a conscious life by making small changes in your daily routine. Repurposing items, being mindful of your consumption, and opting for environmentally safe products like Charlie’s Soap are just some of the many ways you can reduce your carbon footprint at...
Clothing and fabric stains can be a pain to remove. If you don’t notice a stain before washing and drying an item as normal, it can be even worse! However, the right laundry stain remover spray can take care of your clothing and fabrics easily, getting them back to...
Charlie's Soap Natural Laundry Powder was included in Mind Body Green's article "Get A Gentle, Fragrance-Free Clean: The 8 Best Laundry Detergents For Sensitive Skin" released on June 20, 2020. The article suggests using laundry detergents that are made specifically...
Charlie’s Soap is thrilled to announce that SpartanNash is now carrying Charlie’s Soap natural laundry products! Starting now, you can find Charlie’s Soap 50-Load Laundry Powder and Charlie’s Soap 50-Load Laundry Liquid in a SpartanNash location near you. Where is...
You might remember from elementary school that handling the U.S. flag demands a certain etiquette. First and foremost – the U.S. flag should never touch the ground. But what if the flag gets dirty by accidentally touching the ground or through normal wear and tear?...
It’s never too early to teach kids to do laundry. The sooner children turn doing their laundry a habit, the better it is for everyone. Not only are you providing your children with valuable life skills, but your children will also become more independent and...
One of the most surprising effects of COVID-19 was how difficult finding simple household items like toilet paper, or your favorite cleaning products became. In many cases, your go-to brands weren’t available. In a time where keeping a clean home is more important...
Cleaning vs. sanitizing – is there a difference? What about cleaning vs. disinfecting? Now that cleaning is a more significant part of our daily lives, you may have found yourself asking these questions. In our post below, we outline how to clean, sanitize, and...
If you’ve watched everything on Netflix, it just might be time for some spring cleaning tips. Some states are starting to open up, but we’ve still got a long road ahead of us. Since you and your loved ones are spending more time than usual at home, you might as well...
The word “clean” has taken on a whole new meaning in the era of COVID-19. We’ve relearned how to wash our hands, disinfectant wipes are nowhere to be found, and there’s a whole new market for fashionable face masks. But what about laundry – have the rules changed as...
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