Comparing Branch Basics Laundry Detergent Vs. Laundry Dilution: What’s The Difference?

By Marilee Nelson |

Comparing Branch Basics Laundry Detergent Vs. Laundry Dilution: What’s The Difference?

Finding a truly low-tox, human-safe, biodegradable, fragrance-free, plant-and mineral-based laundry detergent that actually works can be a feat!

Then you discover Branch Basics, and you’re faced with a new dilemma: which laundry detergent should you choose? 

Branch Basics Laundry, our classic liquid detergent made using our signature Concentrate plus water; or our new waterless Branch Basics Laundry Detergent?

Whether you’re new to Branch Basics (welcome!) or a long-time customer (welcome back!), this article will help you understand the differences between our new Laundry Detergent and classic Laundry dilution so you can choose the best fit for you.

Why Two Laundry Detergents?

Up until very recently, we only offered one laundry detergent: Branch Basics Laundry, which is made by combining Branch Basics Concentrate with water—just like all our other cleaning products.

Then late last year, we introduced Branch Basics Laundry Detergent, a waterless formula that cleans, brightens, whitens, and deodorizes clothing with just one small scoop.

Why the two options?

Although Branch Basics Laundry dilution has surpassed expectations, we wanted to meet some additional customer needs:

  1. To create a waterless, powdered formula that excelled in hard water conditions.
  2. We had feedback from customers that they weren’t using Branch Basics Laundry dilution because they wanted their Concentrate to last longer for making more All-Purpose, Bathroom, Streak-Free, and Foaming Wash. 
  3. We wanted to create an affordable, stand-alone product so people could experience Branch Basics cleaning magic, before investing in a Starter Kit.

Creating a separate laundry detergent fulfilled all these needs, and we’ve been receiving rave reviews!

Does this mean we’re phasing out our Laundry dilution? Heck no! This product is foundational to our all-in-one cleaning system, works amazingly, and isn’t going anywhere.

The new Laundry Detergent simply offers another powerful and pure product to help you create a healthier home, and get the laundry done too.

Ingredients NOT Contained In Branch Basics Laundry Detergent OR Laundry Dilution

The laundry room is often the most toxic room in the house! 

From highly-fragranced detergents and toxic fabric softeners, to bleach, stain removers, dryer sheets, and toxic dust, the average laundry room contains a toxic soup of fumes and chemicals that degrade indoor air quality fast.

This is why switching to human-safe, low-tox, naturally fragrance-free laundry products is essential to creating a healthier home.

It’s also why we formulated Branch Basics Laundry Detergent and Laundry dilution to be free from harmful chemicals, including:

Bottom line: no matter which Branch Basics laundry product you choose, you can rest assured it is free from these common, and harmful, laundry chemicals.

Next, we’ll explore the features and benefits of each product so you can choose the best option for your household.

Learn more in How To Toss Your Toxic Laundry Detergent

Features & Benefits Of Branch Basics Laundry Detergent

Branch Basics Laundry Detergent is a powdered formula designed to clean, freshen, brighten, and deodorize clothes with just one scoop per load.

Here are some other features and benefits of this new product:

  • 1 pack contains 4 pounds of laundry detergent
  • It’s waterless
  • It can be used directly on stains as a pretreatment
  • Safe for standard and HE washing machines and septic tanks
  • Safe for sensitive skin
  • It’s formulated to clean exceptionally well in cold water
  • It comes with Branch Basics Ultimate Starter Kit
  • Contains sodium percarbonate (aka: oxygen bleach), a natural, mineral-based whitening and brightening agent that also kills bacteria, viruses, and mold
  • Contains TAED, a natural bleach (sodium percarbonate) activator that boosts detergent cleaning power even in cold water
  • Like all powdered laundry detergents, special care should be taken with front-loading machines because of the low level of water used
  • It contains natural water softeners and mineral removers, making it ideal for hard water washing
  • Contains a blend of powerful enzymes for lifting and removing various stains
  • It’s affordable at $0.39 (subscription)-$0.43 per load 
  • Can be used with Branch Basics Oxygen Boost for added brightening, whitening, cleaning, and deodorizing power (but you typically won’t need both!)

Bottom line: if you like using a waterless, powdered, low-tox detergent that doubles as a stain remover, laundry booster, and oxygen bleach and performs exceptionally well in hard water Branch Basics Laundry Detergent is an excellent choice.

Learn more in: Breaking Down The Ingredients In Our Human-Safe Laundry Detergent.

Features & Benefits Of Branch Basics Laundry Dilution

Branch Basics Laundry dilution is our classic formula that can be used for stain removal, hand-washing, and as a laundry detergent, either alone or combined with Oxygen Boost.

Here are the features & benefits of Branch Basics Laundry dilution:

  • It’s made using Branch Basics Concentrate plus water in a reusable glass or plastic bottle
  • It comes standard in our Premium Starter Kits and Laundry Kits
  • Naturally cleans, softens, de-stains, and freshens clothes
  • Safe for standard and HE washing machines and septic tanks
  • It’s a liquid detergent, making it easy to use in front- or top-loaders
  • Can be used as a pre-treatment for stains
  • It performs exceptionally well in cold water
  • It’s a refillable product, just refill your bottle as-needed with more Branch Basics Concentrate plus water
  • It’s excellent for hand washing delicates
  • Does not contain a laundry booster, which is why we recommend Oxygen Boost as a complementary product
  • Safe for sensitive skin
  • Its enzyme-free formulas makes it the best choice for those with extra sensitive skin or other sensitivities 
  • It’s economical, one 32-oz bottles cleans 64 loads of laundry with just one capful per load
  • It generally performs well in hard water, but not as well as Branch Basics Laundry Detergent

Bottom line: If you prefer liquid laundry detergent, like the all-in-one concept of using the same Concentrate to make laundry detergent and all your household cleaners, and have very sensitive skin or are sensitive to enzymes, Branch Basics Laundry dilution is ideal for you.

Learn more in: How Branch Basics Is A Healthy And Sustainable Cleaning Line

So, Which Should You Choose?

Still on the fence about which laundry product is best?

The good news is, it’s hard to go wrong as each product contains only the safest and most effective plant- and mineral-based ingredients, works great in cold, warm, or hot water, and doubles as a stain remover.

As mentioned previously, if you have extra sensitive skin, are sensitive to enzymes or other minerals, or prefer a liquid laundry detergent Branch Basics Laundry dilution is recommended.

If you have hard water, don’t want to use an extra laundry booster as-needed, and want to save your Branch Basics Concentrate for cleaning products only, Branch Basics Laundry Detergent is the clear choice.

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We hope this article has helped you choose the best Branch Basics Laundry detergent for you.

We also offer natural laundry accessories, such as Wool Dryer Balls (the ultimate alternative to synthetic dryer sheets) and a Natural Scrub Brush for handwashing and stain removal.

Shop all Branch Basics Laundry Solutions and discover a pure and powerful clean.

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Marilee Nelson

Marilee Nelson

Marilee Nelson is an Environmental Toxins expert who has spent nearly 30 years advocating for the chemically-sensitive and chronically-ill. She is a Board Certified Nutritionist, Certified Bau-Biologist and Bau-Biology Inspector and specializes in Food As Medicine. She has helped thousands of families and individuals identify, heal and recover from toxic exposures and is on a mission to revolutionize the way American families view their health.

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