Call me crazy, but I am kind of obsessed with doing laundry lately. I have these little rituals and ways of doing things, especially with the diaper laundry. I am constantly looking for that one all natural detergent that's the best, and I think I might have finally found it. My love affair with Charlie's Soap has begun.
Charlie's Soap kindly sent me some products to test out. I got to try an 80 load bag of laundry powder, a 16 load bottle of laundry liquid, a bottle of their all purpose cleaner, and it all came with a green grocery tote.
I had been eyeing Charlie's Soap for quite some time. The first thing that drew me in was the packaging, it has a vintage feel and comes in a cute little drawstring bag. It almost makes me want to get a whole slew of them to line up on the shelves next to my washer and dryer.
Charlie's Soap is safe, non-toxic, and biodegradable. It does NOT contain any lye, brighteners, whiteners, dyes, softeners, petroleum, or perfume. It is safe and effective for all fabrics, including silk, wool, cotton, linen, microfiber, and waterproof gear.
I have been using both the Laundry Liquid and the Powder on all my laundry and I can truthfully say that I am impressed. My clothes are soft and clean, and my diapers do not stink, at all. Not one bit. They clean the heck out of everything all while being safe for my family and the earth.
At $0.19 a load it's fairly priced for a really amazing , safe detergent. I highly recommend it!
Now, onto the all purpose cleaner. The first thing I tried this on was our wood kitchen counter. I try to wipe down the counter often with all natural cleaner so I was really surprised when I used the Charlie's cleaner and it wiped off a ton of dirtiness. It will clean things that you think are already clean. I proceeded to clean my bath tub, sinks, tv stand, coffee table, and pretty much whatever else I could wipe down. This stuff is fabulous!
So, in the end Charlie's Soap blew me away. I love it and I am hooked for life.
Buy It: Visit Charlie's Soap to purchase!
Win It: Charlie's Soap is generously giving one of our readers the same set that I got to try as a grand prize! One 80 load bag of laundry powder, a 16 load bottle of liquid laundry, a 17oz. bottle of all purpose cleaner, and a green grocery tote (valued at approx. $50).
That's not all! 5 readers will win a 5 wash sample of Charlie's Soap! That's enough to decide if you love it as much as I do!
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Giveaway will end at 11:59pm CST on 3/5/10. Winners will be announced on 3/6/10
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Disclaimer: I did not receive payment in any form for this review.
I did receive a sample of the product or service for testing and review purposes. This will in no way sway my opinion of the product or service.The review is in my own words and is my own opinion. Your results and opinion may differ.
387 comments:
1 – 200 of 387 Newer› Newest»I learned that Charlie's Soap is biodegrageable, hypoallergenic and contains no perfume or petroleum products. Yay! Pick me!
I learned that you have to clean your machine because laundry additives cling to the machine too! Not just clothes.
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I learned there are 5 retail locations in my city! I thought I could only order on the 'net! I also learned "It may also be necessary to wash your garments a few times to remove old detergent residues from them."
tweet, thanks! http://twitter.com/idahojill/status/8827921350
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I learned that with $200, Charlie and Ron officially started their little soap company.
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one thing I learned was that Charlie's Soap is biodegrageable
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I learned that it helps to improve the flame retardant properties on children's sleepwear.
I follow Charlie's Soap on facebook.
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oh boy! i'd love to try out charlie's soap. i had no idea that you only need 1 T of soap per whole load! my email is: ashley.mccorkhill@gmail.com
i'm a fan (ashley meganck) of charlie's soap on facebook!
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ohhhh! i get two entries for putting your button on my blog! it's in the side bar on the right at the bottom and the title is another mama blog. http://happyfunlove.blogspot.com
I learned that they make an all purpose cleaner in addition to laundry soaps.
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I learned that
Color-safe (oxygen) bleaches can also be used with Charlie's Soap, but chlorine bleaches are a bit more powerful and better disinfectants.
Might have to test that out:)
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I became a fan of your blog on Facebook Jenifer Robertson
I learned that Charlie's Soap is GREAT for cloth diapers!!
I also became a fan of Charlie's Soap on FB!
I also became a fan of yours on FB!
I'm a fan of Charlie's soap on FB.
I learned that their other products can be used to clean just about anything!
I love it! I love that you can use it to clean everything, not just laundry. That's proof that it's a true "tool" for your home.
*want!!!!*
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I learned that regular detergents stick like glue to the washing machine drum!
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I've been eyeing Charlie's Soap for awhile too. I love the vintage-esque packaging! I checked out their site and learned that based on extensive research Charlie's soap will leave no irritating residue on clothes.
I'm a fan of Charlie's Soap on Facebook! (Erica Julien)
I'm a fan of your new facebook page! (Erica Julien)
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I learned that Charlie's soap isn't actually a soap!
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People have also used the powdered soap in their dishwashers before. Crazy!!
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I'm a FB fan of Charlie's Soap!
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rt, thanks! http://twitter.com/idahojill/status/8904086410
I learned it's recommended to wash your clothes several times to completely remove all the old detergent residues to have completely clean clothes! I'm already a Charlie's Soap user, so I can't pass up an offer for a giveaway. I've already referred a couple people, I'm that fanatical about it. Plus, Charlie's Soap will give you a buy1 get 1 free coupon code for every referral. I LOVE THIS STUFF!! I'm super sensitive to scents, and this just makes your clothes fresh, fresh, fresh!
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I follow your blog through Google Friend connect as Mammapie :)
Just a quick Q: how much did you use of the Charlie's on a regular cleaning? Did it take a lot of cleaner or was it like with any other cleaner?
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i learned charlie's soap is residue free and will sanitized cloth diapers.
i am a fan of charlie's soap on facebook :)
I learned that while Charlie's all purpose cleaner can be used to wash animals it's not generally recommended as you have to be very careful not to get it in their eyes.
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I love charlies soap. I have not tried any of the other cleaning items they sell. But I learned on their website that Charlie's Soap degraded over 97% in soil in 28 days and is certified safe for use in small lakes and streams.
That is amazing, and I am so glad that a product that is so great for laundry can also be safe for the environment!
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i learned that detergent residues stick to your machine and clothing, ick!
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Didn't know you had to clean out the washing machine. Neat.
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I learned that they currently do not offer samples
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I learned that Charlie's Soap has been tested on a Wide Variety of Soils with great results
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i learned that you have to clean out your washing machine if you've used detergents with brighteners or fabric softeners bc they stick.
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I learned that you can use Charlie's Soap in an HE washer...which is great because that is what I have and was worried I wouldn't be able to find a lot of products to use to wash cloth diapers when I begin in May.
Became a fan of Charlie's Soap on Facebook
I am a fan of Le Petit Owlet Blog on Facebook (Debbie Sullivan Gorlewski)
I follow lepetitowlet on Twitter.
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I subscribe to Le Petit Owlet by email (sully_debbie11 AT msn DOT com)
I follow Le Petit Owlet publicly via Google Friend Connect
Tweeted about the giveaway
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I learned that there are several places nearby where I can by it!
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I learned that Charlie's Soap is completely water soluble, so it needs very little water to dissolve it completely.
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I learned that Charlie's Soap is made with a unique blend of biodegradable coconut-based detergents and high-grade, completely soluble, Green River washing soda.
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I am a charlies soap fb fan.
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I am a le petit owlet fb fan.
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I follow lepetitowlet on twitter
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