Branch Basics Oxygen Boost is one of our best-sellers for good reason!

This simple product contains just two natural mineral ingredients and acts as a laundry booster, stain remover, bleach alternative, scouring agent, and more.

From laundry to bathroom, pots and pans to carpet stains, Oxygen Boost is a product no health and toxin-conscious home should be without.

Here, we share over 15 ways to use Oxygen Boost around the house, plus helpful user tips and FAQs for best results.

H2: What Is Branch Basics Oxygen Boost?

Branch Basics Oxygen Boost is a laundry booster, stain remover, bleach alternative, and scouring agent made with two biodegradable minerals:

1. Sodium bicarbonate, also known as baking soda, is a natural substance with bleaching, deodorizing, scouring, fabric softening, and stain and dirt removal properties.

2. Sodium percarbonate, also known as oxygen bleach or powdered peroxide, is a natural whitening agent that brightens clothes and, when activated by water, lifts away stains, dirt, germs, and grime.

This versatile product can be used directly on surfaces, clothing, and fabrics or dissolved water to activate its sanitizing* and stain-lifting properties.

*As discussed in The Power Of Sodium Percarbonate For Cleaning, sodium percarbonate works as a human-safe and biodegradable disinfectant but only when activated by warm or hot water.

Oxygen Boost also works beautifully when combined with Branch Basics All-Purpose, Bathroom, and Laundry dilutions to boost their cleaning power.

Branch Basics’ Starter Kits contain everything you need to toss the toxins by replacing synthetic chemical cleaners and laundry products with non-toxic alternatives.

Just add water + designated amount of Concentrate to the fill line, shake, use Oxygen Boost as needed, and that’s it.

You can also order Oxygen Boost as a stand alone product or refill.

For more information on how Branch Basics non-toxic cleaning system works, see: How To Get Started With Your Branch Basics Kit.

H2: How To Use Branch Basics Oxygen Boost For Laundry, Stains, Scouring, And More

Oxygen Boost is a foundational human-safe, eco-friendly, and versatile cleaning product to add to your low-tox lifestyle.

Here are more than 15 ways to use it around the home.

1. As A Laundry Booster

Oxygen Boost is best known for its laundry-boosting prowess and can be added to the wash with Branch Basics Laundry or your favorite natural laundry detergent.

To use:

1. Add 1 scoop Branch Basics Oxygen Boost to your washer along with Branch Basics Laundry, Branch Basics Laundry Detergent, or your favorite natural laundry soap to boost detergent’s effectiveness, remove stains, brighten clothes, soften clothing, deodorize, and as a bleach alternative.
2. Run the load as usual.

New to natural laundering? See Is Natural Laundry Detergent Better? for more information.

2. For Stains On Clothing

If you’ve been disappointed by other natural or low-tox stain removers, Oxygen Boost will be your new go-to laundry stain remover.

It can be used directly on stains with Branch Basics All-Purpose or Laundry or as a soaking agent (test for color-fastness first).

How To Use: 

Pre-treat or pre-soak stains with Concentrate and Oxygen Boost before washing for extra stain removal power.

1. To pre-treat, sprinkle Oxygen Boost directly on the stain and spray All-Purpose to saturate the powder.
2. Agitate until soapy and let it sit for 5-10 minutes before washing. *Oxygen Boost can lighten colored fabric if it dries or sits for too long.
3. To pre-soak, add 1-2 teaspoons of Concentrate and ½-1 scoop Oxygen Boost to a sink or tub filled with enough water to cover the item(s).
4. Soak a few hours or longer until clean.
5. Then wash!

See These Additional Tips for Removing Stains With Oxygen Boost

For White Fabrics

• Oxygen Boost can be used directly on white fabrics or as a soak with 1 scoop per basin, bowl, or sinkful of water.
• It can sit a few hours or overnight directly on white fabrics, then launder as usual.
• Be sure to test to see how fabric responds, as even white fabrics can be lightened a few shades in some cases.

For Colored Fabrics

• We recommend soaking colored fabrics in a solution of Oxygen Boost plus water, 1 scoop per basin, bowl, or sink full of water for 30 minutes to several hours.
• Check every so often to avoid over-bleaching (although this isn’t typically a problem, even with colored fabrics).
• Do not let Oxygen Boost sit on top of colored fabrics, as it will lighten the color.
• Oxygen Boost works on nearly any type of stain, including grass stains, food stains, oil stains, tomato sauce, red wine, spit-up, blowouts, and more.
• See Branch Basics Stainmaster Guide for specific tips on how to remove nearly every type of stain using Branch Basics.

3. Remove Stains From Blenders Or Food Processors

If your high-speed blender has seen one too many turmeric smoothies, use Oxygen Boost to restore it to like-new condition.

To use:

1. Clean the blender using Branch Basics All-Purpose or your favorite natural dish soap.
2. Add 1 scoop of Oxygen Boost.
3. Fill with very warm or hot water.
4. Let sit overnight.
5. Scrub clean.

4. Clean Tile Grout

As a natural bleach alternative, Branch Basics Oxygen Boost works beautifully to clean tile grout.

To use:

1. Spray grout with Branch Basics Bathroom solution.
2. Mix Oxygen Boost and water in a small bowl.
3. Using a brush, scrub mixture on grout, adding more spray as needed.
4. Let sit 10 minutes or more before cleaning up.

5. Save Burnt Pots Or Pans

Burnt pots and pans can be a nightmare to try and clean up. Fortunately, Oxygen Boost makes quick and nearly effortless work of even the most burnt-on, stuck-on messes.

To use:

1. Clean as much of the burnt food as possible.
2. Spray with Branch Basics All-Purpose and sprinkle in a scoop of Oxygen Boost.
3. Fill with hot water and soak for a few hours or overnight.
4. Gently scrape and/or scrub off the burnt food. Voila!

Related read: How To Clean A Burnt Pan: Our Proven Methods

6. Remove Stains On Carpets

Carpet stains can be cumbersome to remove naturally. Instead of defaulting to synthetic chemical stain removers, turn to Branch Basics All-Purpose plus Oxygen Boost for carpet stains.

Note, since Oxygen Boost contains natural bleaching agents, always test an inconspicuous area first to ensure compatibility and colorfastness.

To Use: 

1. To spot clean, spray the stain with All-Purpose and agitate.
2. For extra cleaning power, sprinkle Oxygen Boost on top and continue to agitate.
3. Wipe and vacuum excess.
4. Do NOT let Oxygen Boost sit on colored carpet long as it can lighten the color. Test a small spot first if unsure.

Related read: 5 Carpet Cleaner Alternatives That Actually Work

7. For Natural Laundry Stripping

Switching to low-tox, plant- and mineral-based laundry products and regular laundering is the best way to avoid build-up on towels, sheets, and clothing.

However, even then, items may require stripping to remove build-up, dirt, or odors.

Here’s how to use Oxygen Boost to strip your laundry, safely:

1. Cover clothes in hot water in a sink or bathtub.
2.  Stripping usually includes hot water, but do what is best for the fabric.
3.  Make sure clothing is the same color so dyes do not bleed.
4. Add 1 tablespoon of Concentrate and 2 scoops of Oxygen Boost. Make sure Oxygen Boost is fully distributed throughout the water!
5. Fully submerge clothing. Soak overnight. 
6. Wash clothes with extra rinse cycle.

Get more low-tox laundry tips in: Branch Basics Laundry Instructions

8. To Deodorize

Branch Basics Oxygen Boost contains baking soda plus sodium percarbonate, both of which are powerful natural deodorizers.

In most cases, washing clothing with Branch Basics Oxygen Boost is enough to remove odors.

For really odorous jobs, like old gym clothes or running shoes, presoak items in a sink or basin of water with a scoop of Oxygen Boost, then launder using Branch Basics Laundry Detergent or Branch Basics Laundry plus Oxygen Boost.

Get more natural deodorizing tips in: 7 Non-Toxic Air Fresheners And How To Remove Odors Naturally

9. To Deep Clean Sinks

Between food prep, teeth brushing, and handwashing, sinks can be some of the dirtiest and germiest places in the home.

For deep cleaning, reach for Branch Basics All-Purpose plus Oxygen Boost.

How to use:

1. Spray All-Purpose and sprinkle Oxygen Boost in the sink.
2. Wet the Oxygen Boost with more All-Purpose spray.
3. Let sit for 10 minutes, scrub, and rinse.

Interested in natural ways to disinfect? See: 9 Natural Alternatives To Bleach For Disinfecting

10. Clean Stovetops

Branch Basics All-Purpose is ideal for everyday cleaning of all types of stovetops. For stuck-on food or marks, Oxygen Boost provides the next level of clean

How to use:

1. Sprinkle Oxygen Boost on top of the mess.
2. Spray Branch Basics All-Purpose to wet.
3. Let sit 5-10 minutes, scrub and wipe clean.

• Note: Keep Oxygen Boost away from gas ignition.

Oxygen Boost is also excellent for cleaning stubborn messes on stovetop grates.

How to use:

1. Fill your sink, basin, or bathtub with enough boiling or very hot water to cover the stovetop grates.
2. Add 1 teaspoon Branch Basics Concentrate plus 1 scoop Branch Basics Oxygen Boost to a large sinkful or 2 teaspoons to a shallow bathtub full.
3. Soak for at least an hour to several hours to release dirt, grease, grime, and baked-on food.
4. Scour lightly with your natural brush or non-scratch scouring pad, adding extra Oxygen Boost to the brush or pad for additional scouring power.
5. Rinse and dry.

Related reading: 7 Best Natural Glass Stovetop Cleaners and How To Clean Stovetop Grates Naturally: 5 Tips

11. For Soap Scum

For tough soap scum, add a bit of Oxygen Boost to the area previously wetted by Branch Basics All-Purpose, Bathroom, Streak-Free, or your favorite cleaner.

Let sit for a couple of minutes, then scrub clean.

12: For Showers & Tubs

Oxygen Boost can be combined with Branch Basics Bathroom to get tubs and showers sparkling clean

How to use:

1. Spray tub or shower with Branch Basics Bathroom solution.
2. Sprinkle on Oxygen Boost and wet with another spray of Branch Basics.
3. Scrub clean and rinse.

Discover must-have bathroom cleaning tools in: 11 Safe & Effective Natural Bathroom Cleaning Essentials

13: For Toilets

Many people hang onto their synthetic disinfectant toilet bowl cleaners for fear that more natural options won’t work.

While it’s true that toilets require deep cleaning to stay clean and sanitized, you can achieve this without harmful chemicals like bleach or Quats.

Instead, reach for Branch Basics Bathroom solutions plus Oxygen Boost for a human-safe and eco-friendly deep clean.

How to use:

1. Spray the seat, sides, and floor around the toilet with Branch Basics Bathroom solution.
2. To clean the inside, flush the toilet to wet, spray, and sprinkle Oxygen Boost around the bowl.
3. Let sit for 5-10 minutes, then scrub and flush to clean.
4. For additional disinfecting, we recommend using 3% hydrogen peroxide alone, or with vinegar (used separately---spray one product and wipe clean, then apply the second product---and store in separate bottles).

For more deep cleaning tips, see: 7 Best Bleach Alternatives For Bathroom Cleaning

14: For Mold & Mildew

Harsh tile cleaners contain high levels of toxic bleach, which OSHA and the EPA no longer recommend for mold removal!

Peroxide is now the recommended tool for removing mold and mildew safely and effectively.

Since Oxygen Boost contains sodium percarbonate (powdered peroxide), it is perfect for removing mold and mildew from tile grout without the toxic fumes.

How to use:

1. Spray the surface liberally with Branch Basics Bathroom or All-Purpose and sprinkle on Oxygen Boost.
2. Wet the Oxygen Boost with more Bathroom spray.
3. Note, if using on shower tiles, spray the tile grout first with Bathroom or All-Purpose, then spray a grout brush or old toothbrush with water or these solutions, sprinkle Oxygen Boost on the brush and apply directly.
4. Scrub with a brush and then let sit at least 5 minutes.
5. Rinse or wipe off with a cloth to remove mold.
6. Finish by spraying straight 3% hydrogen peroxide on the grout lines (you can add a spray bottle cap directly to your hydrogen peroxide bottle to make this easy), and let dry.

Get more tips on treating and preventing mold and mildew naturally in: How To Remove Mold From Tile Grout Naturally.

15. For Shoes

Oxygen Boost gives new life to dingy, dirty running shoes, restoring them to like-new condition in many cases. Here’s how.

How To Use (Two Methods):

Method 1:

1. Soak shoes in cold water with 1 capful of Concentrate and 1 scoop of Oxygen Boost for a few hours.
2. Wash shoes on a cold, gentle cycle.
3. Dry in the sun.

Method 2:

1. Liberally spray with Bathroom spray.
2. Sprinkle Oxygen Boost and spray to wet. Agitate until soapy. If shoes are white, let them sit for a few hours.
3. Rinse clean with water and put in sun to dry.

H2: Tips For Using Oxygen Boost

Using Oxygen Boost is pretty simple, but follow these tips for optimal results and minimal issues.

Tip 1: Do Not Use Oxygen Boost On The Following

We do NOT recommend using Oxygen Boost on or with the following materials:

• Wool
• Wool blends
• Silk
• Silk blends
• Dry Clean Only clothes
• Leather or fabrics labeled dry clean only
• Upholstery or furniture

Tip 2: Do Not Inhale

Like all powdered products, Oxygen Boost should not be inhaled as it can cause lung irritation.

Tip 3: Keep Out Of Reach Of Children

Since powdered products, like Oxygen Boost, can cause lung and eye irritation, keep out of reach of children.

Tip 4: Do Not Leave Oxygen Boost To Sit On Colored Clothing Or Carpets

Although Oxygen Boost is safe for soaking most colored clothing, it can discolor fabrics or carpets if left directly on clothing for a long period of time.

See our Stainmaster Guide for more details.

H2: Oxygen Boost FAQs

Switching to new laundry, stain removal, and cleaning products can bring up a lot of questions, especially if you’re new to the low-tox cleaning game.

Here, we answer some Oxygen Boost FAQs.

Q: What is Oxygen Boost Made From?

A: Branch Basics Oxygen Boost is an EWG-verified, Made Safe certified, biodegradable product made from two natural minerals:

• Sodium bicarbonate (aka: baking soda)
• Sodium percarbonate (aka: powdered peroxide or bleach)

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

Q: Is Oxygen Boost safe?

A: Oxygen Boost is a safe powder if used as directed.

It is EWG verified, which is their highest rating. However, since it is a powder, it is important that pouring or using the powder is done in a way that avoids inhaling it. All powders are considered potential respiratory irritants.

Also, we recommend that you use gloves if you will be scrubbing or will be in contact with the wetted powder for a period of time.

Q: Is Oxygen Boost safe for baby clothes?

A: Yes! Parents often rave to us about the wonders of Oxygen Boost for removing common stains on baby clothing, such as spit-up, baby food, and blow-outs.

Follow the directions for soaking or direct use, and be sure to launder with a human-safe laundry detergent made for sensitive skin, like Branch Basics Laundry or Branch Basics Laundry Detergent.

Note: We do recommend keeping Oxygen Boost out of reach of babies and small children as they should not inhale, ingest, or get it in their eyes or on their delicate skin.

Related reading: Our Favorite Baby-Friendly Cleaning Products

Q: How is Oxygen Boost different from other oxygen bleach products?

A: Oxygen Boost is unique from other oxygen bleach products in many ways, including:

• It contains no additional synthetic chemical ingredients, just pure baking soda and sodium percarbonate
• It’s naturally fragrance-free
• It’s 100% biodegradable
• It contains no petroleum products
• It’s EWG-verified
• Various other oxygen bleach products are rated B-F due to added chemical ingredients like fragrances, colors, alcohol ethoxylates, and others
• It’s Made Safe Certified
• It’s never tested on animals (Leaping Bunny Certified)
• It contains sodium percarbonate (oxygen bleach) plus the added natural bleaching, deodorizing, whitening, stain-fighting, scouring, and softening power of natural baking soda
• It’s ultra-versatile! In addition to boosting laundry and removing stains, it can be used to clean other areas of the home, such as the bathroom, carpets, kitchen, etc.

Q: Is Oxygen Boost pet-safe?

A: Yes! Although you don’t want your pet to have direct access to Oxygen Boost (like all powders, it can be a lung, skin, and eye irritant), you can clean with it safely around pets.

It’s also wonderful to use on pet stains as well as pet beds, sweaters, pillows, and other pet products to clean, deodorize, and freshen naturally.

Learn more in: Our Guide To Pet Safe Cleaning Products

Toss the Toxins With Branch Basics

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Happy healthy cleaning!