Eco-Me Automatic Dishwasher Detergent, Fragrance Free

Important note on dishwasher detergents

Dishwasher detergent comes into contact with the items you eat and drink from every day, so I care about how cleanly it rinses. Many conventional formulas rely on brighteners, solvents, or fragrance systems to create shine or mask residue, but those extras aren’t necessary for effective dishwashing.

What I avoid in dishwasher detergents

For this category, I avoid PVA/PVOH pod films, chlorine bleach, optical brighteners, quaternary ammonium compounds (quats), solvent-type ingredients (including glycol ethers and petroleum-based solvents), methylisothiazolinone (MIT), dimethicone, and undisclosed or toxic fragrance blends. These ingredients are commonly used to boost appearance or scent, but they can contribute to residue and don’t add real value to routine dish cleaning.

Product description

Eco-Me Automatic Dishwasher Detergent (Fragrance Free) is a liquid detergent made with mineral-based cleaning agents and plant-derived surfactants. The formula is designed to cut grease and food residue without added fragrance or unnecessary additives.

I like liquid detergents like this because they allow more control over dosing, which can help dishes rinse cleaner depending on water quality and load size.

What I like

I like that this detergent is truly fragrance-free and avoids the additives I look to avoid in this category.

The formula focuses on minerals and plant-derived surfactants rather than brighteners or solvent boosters.

Being able to adjust the amount used helps reduce residue on glassware.

Things to keep in mind

Water quality matters. Hard water may require adjusting the amount used or adding a rinse aid to prevent spotting.