11 Natural & Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products For Your Home

Green cleaning products clean your home naturally, without the unpleasant chemical residue that can harm your family and your pets. Eco-friendly cleaning products are made using sustainable manufacturing practices and naturally-derived, safe, nontoxic, and biodegradable ingredients that don’t negatively impact the environment or your family’s health.

These natural and eco-friendly household cleaning brands are conscious of your family’s health and the wellbeing of the earth. Many of these companies also give back to their communities in a number of ways. You can find these products in large retailers like Target, natural grocery stores or online through Amazon. Happy cleaning!

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1. Method

Natural & Organic | Yes
Best For | Hand soap
Eco-Friendly | Recycled packaging, ethically sourced, LEED Certified facility
Give Back | The ‘Method Cares’ Program
Price | $3.25 for 28 oz. All-Purpose Cleaner

Method was born in 2001 from the minds of Erin Ryan and Adam Lowry, and is a staple in so many American homes today. They have truly set the standard for any company aiming to be sustainable: they are a registered B Corp, are cruelty-free, use renewable energy, have started a biodiesel shipping program, and have fun eco-friendly packaging. Their aromatic cleaners, detergents, and soaps will have you smelling good and clean all day long

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2. Seventh Generation

Natural & Organic | Yes
Best For | Natural baby and feminine care products
Eco-Friendly | Recycled packaging, sustainable sourcing
Give Back | Seventh Generation Volunteer Days
Price | $3 for 26 oz. All-Purpose Cleaner

Seventh Generation is another brand that has established itself as a leader in the green cleaning movement. Their detergents, all purpose cleaners, and wipes are well-known, but did you know they also make natural and free-and-clear diapers, tampons, and pads? For almost 30 years, Seventh Generation has thought about what it means to be green for our futures, our people, and our planet.

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3. Common Good

Natural & Organic | Yes
Best For | Refillable products
Eco-Friendly | Refillable packaging, sustainably sourced, 100% essential oils and biodegradable
Price | $13.99 for 16 oz. All-Purpose Cleaner

Common Good was launched in 2011 as a response to the lack of reusable packaging: all of their cleaning products come in plastic or glass packaging, either of which can be refilled at any of their refill stations worldwide. Their green, safe, and gorgeously packaged items range from Lavender All Purpose Cleaner to Bergamot Hand Soap—a sweet finish to your cleaning.

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4. Ecos

Natural & Organic | Yes
Best For | All-purpose cleaner & pet cleaners (shampoo, stain remover)
Eco-Friendly | Carbon neutral, 100% renewable energy, Zero Waste Platinum Certified
Price | $4.61 for 22 oz. All-Purpose Cleaner

Ecos has been family-owned and operated for nearly 50 years, with a promise to make “green cleaning” a reality, through sustainable and mindful practices. Their facilities are powered by 100% renewable energy, use Carbon Neutral plants, and they have helped spark the green cleaning movement in almost 1 million homes. Natural clean, at affordable prices.

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5. JR Watkins

Natural & Organic | Yes
Best For | Dish & hand soaps
Eco-Friendly | Eco-friendly packaging, biodegradable products
Price | $6.40 for 24 oz. All-Purpose Cleaner

JR Watkins has been around for almost 150 years, with a dedication to high-quality natural products ranging from home care to body scrubs. Their home care line includes soaps, fresheners, cleaners, and laundry detergent—there’s something for everyone! Their Aloe & Green Tea scent actually makes us look forward to cleaning.

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6. Mrs. Meyer’s

Natural & Organic | Yes
Best For | Kitchen basics set (hand soap, dish soap, multi-surface cleaner)
Eco-Friendly | Renewable plant materials when possible, biodegradable formulas, 25% Post Consumer Plastic
Give Back | Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day & provides grants
Price | $3.89 for 16 oz. All-Purpose Cleaner

Looking for products that smell lovely, are effective, and “cleans like the dickens”? We’ve found a winner! Mrs. Meyer’s was started by Thelma Meyer, who with 9 children, needed natural cleaning products that got the job done. If you’re wondering what exactly goes into each product, they have an ingredient glossary directly on their website. Plus, their scents range from floral scents like mums and peonies, to basil and honeysuckle—your house will be smelling like a garden in no time.

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7. Better Life

Natural & Organic | Yes
Best For | Surface cleaners
Eco-Friendly | Recycled packaging, use solar energy, biodegradable
Price | $4.99 for 32 oz. All-Purpose Cleaner

With Better Life, you don’t have to compromise performance for safety. Founded by two fathers, their goal was to create a product that would challenge the way people think about natural cleaning. You may even recognize them—they were featured on ABC’s Shark Tank! Their line of products include soaps, lotions, and a variety of cleaners—including options for floor, grass, nursery, screen  and granite cleaners.

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8. Caldrea

Natural & Organic | Yes
Best For | Aromatherapeutic products
Eco-Friendly | Raw & renewable plant materials when possible, no animal testing, uses 25% Post Consumer Plastic
Price | $14.80 for 32 oz. All-Purpose Cleaner

Caldrea knows that scent is one of the most powerful senses, and their goal is to make scents that are natural, long-lasting, and comforting to everyone in your home. Each product comes with reviews, and can be found in one of 10 scents. We’re most looking forward to trying their Sea Salt Neroli, Rosewater Driftwood, and Pear Blossom Agave lines.

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9. Ecover

Natural & Organic | Yes
Best For | Sensitive skin
Eco-Friendly | Plant-based packaging, biodegradable, 100% natural scents, recyclable packaging
Give Back | Partnership with WaterAid
Price | $10.00 for 34 oz. All-Purpose Cleaner

Ecover’s main question is “What would Mother Nature do?” Using naturally-based solvents, agents, and packaging materials, Ecover’s products truly are as eco-friendly as you can get. Started almost 40 years ago, Ecover’s product line is present in almost 40 countries today. Their Fragrance-Free line of soaps and detergents are ideal for sensitive skin. It’s the kind of clean both you and Mother Nature can be proud of.

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10. Puracy

Natural & Organic | Yes
Best For | Carpet & upholstery shampoo
Eco-Friendly | Biodegradable formulas, made in the USA, recyclable packaging
Give Back | Donates products to local families & children
Price | $6.99 for 25 oz. All-Purpose Cleaner

Puracy, based out of Austin, Texas, believes in being as natural as possible. Their products are guaranteed effective, pure and free of any harsh chemicals, and are natural enough to break down safely in the environment. Plus, when they say Made in the USA, they mean it: their packaging features local artists, and they list their materials sourced from across America. Their graphic design comes from Connecticut, product photography from New Jersey, and fans from all over the country.

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11. Eco Me

Natural & Organic | Yes
Best For | Commercial cleaning products
Eco-Friendly | BPA-free, made in the USA, post-consumer plastic when possible
Give Back | Charitable partnerships with Pasadena Humane Society, the Breast Cancer Fund, and more
Price | $10.17 for 32 oz. All-Purpose Cleaner

Eco Me’s product line covers every room in the house, from their popular Wood Polish to the Carpet Cleaner for the kids’ bedrooms. While we know that Eco-Me is perfect for you and your family, we are even more excited that they have a Commercial Cleaning Product line—let’s make green cleaning the go-to for the entire community.