The color difference is a completely normal variation of a natural product. 

Because our concentrate is a natural product, the color of the chamomile specifically varies in two ways: different crop yields have different colors and it gets darker with time. The color can range from very pale to a deep amber, and it's all normal. It's a good thing! 

We use the highest quality natural ingredients so every bottle of Concentrate is just as safe and effective as the next.

The ratio of Concentrate-to-water for our laundry detergent is 1 part Concentrate to 2 parts water. It may take a little experimenting to see what works best for you.

Here are some suggestions to try if you are struggling with laundry:

1. ¾ - 1 capful of our laundry detergent (about 1 Tbls) is a good amount for a regular sized lightly-soiled load. If you are doing large loads or heavily-soiled loads, you will need more. Try a cap and a half.
2. Do you have hard water? Hard water (high in minerals) may require more laundry solution than soft water.
3. If you have hard water try adding a ½ cup - 1 cup distilled white vinegar and/or baking soda to your wash.
4. Are you using Oxygen Boost in every load? If not, add a scoop to the drum of the washing machine before adding clothes to the machine. It's great at helping to white whites and brighten colors.
5. If you have smelly workout clothes, pretreat the armpits with a spray of all-purpose before putting them in the wash.
6. Do you have an HE machine? Some machines are too efficient and don't use enough water to be effective. Try adding a few cups of water to the drum of the machine, especially when you are doing large loads.

Check out our User Guide for a whole section on laundry that includes a lot of helpful information.

Also watch these three short how-to videos:

• General Laundry Instructions
• How To Treat Stains
• How To Soak Stinky Clothes

Yes, our products are safe for baby clothes. Our ingredients are selected with the most sensitive in mind. Read The Journey To Our New Formula to learn more about our ingredients and our non-negotiables. 

For all things baby-related, check out Our Non-Toxic Baby Registry. 

If you’re looking to detoxify your clothing from dirt, grime and built up residues, Branch Basics can help. Check out our Guide To Detoxifying Clothing and Bedding, plus our Non-Toxic Laundry Stripping Instructions.

Note: Many times clothing can be completely outgassed by sunning, so we suggest trying that route first. 

Yes, Branch Basics is a human safe alternative to conventional laundry detergents. Read How To Toss Your Toxic Laundry Detergent for more on why conventional laundry detergents are harmful to your health. 

There are two options for doing laundry with Branch Basics that you can choose from, depending on your laundry routine and health needs. Both our liquid Concentrate Laundry Solution and Laundry Detergent Powder have their unique benefits, and the choice ultimately comes down to personal preference.

Our Laundry Detergent Powder (launching 8/22/24) is incredibly convenient, requiring just one scoop per load with no additional products needed. 

On the other hand, our Concentrate Laundry Solution uses our Concentrate model, where you mix water with the Concentrate in a laundry bottle and add a scoop of our Oxygen Boost for extra cleaning power. For those who are extremely sensitive, this option may be best for you. 

Branch Basics can replace all of your toxic cleaning products - including laundry!

These laundry instructions are the method we suggest for incorporating Branch Basics Concentrate into your laundry routine for healthier, non-toxic clothing care.

General advice: Typically, if stains are properly pretreated, 1 teaspoon of Branch Basics Concentrate or 3/4 - 1 capful of the Laundry Solution is adequate even for larger, tougher loads.

Visit Branch Basics Laundry Instructions for washer-specific instructions and our how-to video How To Wash Laundry with Branch Basics.