What Are Erthhaus Eco-friendly Laundry Sheets Made Of?
Unlike pods or powders, Erthhaus sheets are ultra-concentrated, water-soluble strips. Each one dissolves completely in hot or cold water, releasing safe, effective cleaning agents made with:
Plant-based surfactants
Mild skin-safe cleansing agents
No dyes, no parabens, and no optical brighteners
Gentle, low-dose fragrance (or none at all)
Every ingredient is chosen for performance and safety.
Simpler Laundry = Smarter Living
Life’s already complicated. Laundry shouldn’t be. Traditional detergents overwhelm with jugs, lids, measuring caps, sticky spills, and half-used powders.
Erthhaus is designed to reduce friction in your routine:
Pre-measured
Packs neatly in your drawer or cupboard taking up minimal space
Fits in a handbag or carry-on for travel
Powerful enough for dirty loads, gentle enough for baby clothes
More Than Clean Clothes — A Cleaner Planet
Every plastic jug you skip makes a difference. Did you know: every plastic just you've ever used is still somewhere in our environment - A plastic laundry jug takes an estimated 500 to 1000 years to break down in a landfill, although it never truly biodegrades but instead degrades into smaller, harmful microplastics.
For decades, laundry detergents have promised bright whites and fresh scent — but few talk about what’s really inside. Independent studies are sounding the alarm: many traditional laundry powders, pods, and liquids are made with harsh chemicals that harm human health, pollute our environment, and add to the plastic crisis.
Laundry detergents and detergent residue after rinsing directly disrupt tight junction barrier integrity in human bronchial epithelial cells
Wang et al. (2019)
What it found: Researchers revealed that harsh chemicals like Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) and Linear Alkylbenzene Sulfonate (LAS) can leave behind trace residues on clothes after rinsing — and even these small amounts have been shown to irritate and damage the delicate cells lining the lungs, particularly in sensitive individuals.
Why Erthhaus is different: Our ultra-mild, biodegradable formula is made without harsh surfactants or residue-heavy additives — and many customers with sensitivities tell us they finally found a detergent they can use.
Health hazards associated with laundry detergent pods
Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (2012)
What it found: Laundry pods pose health risks mainly due to their highly concentrated chemical formulas, bright candy-like appearance, and easily burstable plastic film. These factors have led to accidental ingestions by children, resulting in vomiting, respiratory distress, eye injuries, and in severe cases, hospitalization.
Why Erthhaus is different: Erthhaus does not use pods, plastic film packaging, or highly concentrated chemical cocktails. The sheets are flat, dry, and much safer for households with children.
Laundry detergents and surfactants-induced eosinophilic airway inflammation
Saito et al. (2023)
What it found: The study found that common detergent surfactants like sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS) and sodium dodecylbenzene sulfonate triggered airway inflammation in mice by increasing IL-33 levels and activating immune cells linked to asthma and allergic reactions.
Why Erthhaus is different: Erthhaus does not contain SLS, sodium dodecylbenzene sulfonate, or similar irritant surfactants, and uses low-irritation, plant-based alternatives. Its formula is designed to leave minimal residue, reducing the risk of airborne or skin-related sensitivities.
Assessment of Non-Occupational 1,4-Dioxane Exposure Pathways from Drinking Water and Product Use
Dawson et al. (2022)
What it found: Toxic by-products are hiding in traditional detergents. A hidden chemical by-product called 1,4-dioxane — found in many conventional detergents — is a probable human carcinogen and water pollutant that’s hard to remove through filtration.
Why Erthhaus is different: Erthhaus laundry sheets are free from ethoxylated surfactants—the main source of 1,4-dioxane contamination—and are made with safe, biodegradable ingredients that don’t create toxic by-products, making them a cleaner, safer choice for your home.
