The Great Laundry Debate: Liquid vs. Tablets vs. Pods
July 13, 2024
With so many choices these days, picking the right laundry detergent can be dauntingâbut it doesnât have to be. In an effort to make laundry day one less thing to worry about, we're going to take a closer look at the optionsâliquid, pods, and tabletsâto answer, once and for all, which is the right move for you.
Tablets are an effective, eco-friendly option for fresh and family-safe laundry days.
Liquid: The Historical Go-To
You know it, youâve tried it, and youâre probably totally okay with the way it cleans your clothes. Simply put, liquid detergent feels easy and familiarâbut it usually comes in bulky plastic jugs that weigh a ton (and pollute our environment). So while it may come with its perks, itâs ultimately a tough pick for the environmentally conscious.
The pros:
- Plenty of formulas and scents to pick from.
- Incorporates easily with water.
- Typically works in hot and cold water.
The cons:
- Bulky, heavy, and inconvenient containers.
- Often formulated with potentially harmful ingredients.
- Major plastic waste with every jug.
- Requires careful measuring.
Pods: The New Polluter on the Block
In pre-measured plastic wrap, pods make doing laundry feel like a breeze. However, their convenience isnât without its consequences. Not so fun fact: pods are made with PVA (i.e. plastic). You might think they dissolve, but approximately 75% of intact plastic particles from laundry pods get released back into our waterways. Like microplastics, plastic from laundry pods can absorb dangerous chemicals and contaminants, antibiotics, and heavy metals at high concentrations, then work its way up the food chain into human food and water sources. Worth it? We think not.
The pros:
- Convenient, pre-measured packs.
- Easy to carry and store.
The cons:
- Pod films pollute our waterways with millions of microplastics.
- If stored improperly, pods pose a potential risk to children and pets.
- Pods donât always dissolve properly, causing the need for multiple washes.
Tablets: The Easy (Plastic-Free) Choice
For those who want the convenience of a pod and the efficacy of liquid detergentâwithout any of the environmental impactâtablets offer a revolutionary solution to laundry day. Bluelandâs first-of-its-kind, non-toxic and 100% plastic-free Laundry Detergent Tablets are proven to work as well as any leading detergent, so you can tackle even the toughest stains and still feel good about every load.
Pros:
- 100% plastic free and easy on the environment
- Clean ingredients that are gentle on clothes and skin.
- Easy and convenient to store and use.
- Proven as effective as other leading brands.
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