Molly’s Suds Baby Laundry Detergent Powder (Fragrance Free, 120 loads)

Important note on laundry detergents

Laundry detergent is one of the products I’m most mindful about because it sits on fabric that touches your skin all day — towels, sheets, underwear, socks, and kids’ clothes. Many conventional detergents rely on fragrance, brighteners, or performance boosters to signal clean, but those ingredients can linger on fabric long after the wash is done.

I prefer laundry options that clean well and rinse clean, without unnecessary ingredients that build up over time.

What I avoid in laundry detergents

In this category, I avoid synthetic or undisclosed fragrance, optical brighteners, harsh surfactants like SLS and SLES, preservatives such as methylisothiazolinone, and formaldehyde-releasing preservatives (a common example used in detergents is DMDM hydantoin). I also steer clear of quaternary ammonium compounds and solvent-type additives that can coat fabric rather than truly clean it. I look for formulas that are fully disclosed and focused on the basics instead of “boosted” extras.

Product description

Molly’s Suds Baby Laundry Detergent Powder (Fragrance Free) is a concentrated powder detergent designed for baby clothes and sensitive skin. It’s made to clean everyday laundry without relying on fragrance, dyes, or optical brighteners, and it’s intended to rinse clean from fabric.

This is the kind of detergent I reach for when I want clothes and linens to come out clean without smelling like detergent.

Ingredients

Sodium carbonate
Sodium bicarbonate
Magnesium sulfate (heptahydrate)
Unrefined sea salt
Naturally occurring enzymes

Certifications

Leaping Bunny Certified Cruelty-Free

What I like

I like that the Fragrance Free version keeps the formula simple and transparent, with no added scent. The ingredient list stays focused on functional cleaning agents, and the enzymes help with baby-stage messes without relying on heavy detergent additives.

Things to keep in mind

Because this is a powder detergent, it may dissolve best in warm or hot water, especially for heavier loads or tougher stains. For set-in messes, pairing this with a separate pre-treat step can be helpful.