The hidden dangers of your laundry detergent: Microplastics & toxins

When you throw in a load of laundry, you expect clean clothes—but have you ever considered what’s in your detergent?

Most conventional detergents contain synthetic chemicals and microplastics that harm your skin, damage fabrics, and pollute the environment. These microplastics have been found in water, air, and even human bodies. Early studies link them to inflammation, hormone disruption, and long-term health risks, making this both an environmental and public health concern.

Minimising exposure to microplastics is more important than ever. Sustainable brands like Emerald Homes are leading the way with detergent sheets that clean clothes without harmful ingredients.

The truth about traditional detergents

The microplastics problem: Many detergents contain microplastics as fillers or fragrance stabilisers. Every wash releases these plastics into the water system, where they:

• Never fully degrade, lingering in the environment for centuries.

• Pollute rivers and oceans, harming marine life.

• Enter drinking water and human bodies, raising health concerns.

Microplastics are now present in nearly every part of our ecosystem, including the air we breathe.

Toxic chemicals in your detergent: Traditional detergents also contain harsh chemicals such as:

• Phthalates & Artificial Fragrances – Linked to hormone disruption.

• Optical Brighteners – Cause skin irritation and allergic reactions.

• Dioxane & Formaldehyde – Possible carcinogens with long-term health risks.

These chemicals don’t just disappear; they linger in clothes, water, and even indoor air.

Environmental impact: Laundry detergent waste contributes to:

• Microplastics in water, affecting human and animal health.

• Phosphate pollution, causing harmful algae blooms.

• Chemical contamination, disrupting ecosystems.

The solution: Sustainable detergent sheets

Emerald Homes

Sustainable detergent sheets offer a safe, sustainable alternative. Brands like Emerald Homes provide plant-based, biodegradable sheets free from microplastics and toxic chemicals.

Why make the switch?

• No microplastics – 100% biodegradable ingredients.

•Free of harsh chemicals – No phthalates, brighteners, or artificial fragrances.

•Plastic-free packaging – Compostable and recyclable materials.

• Lower carbon footprint – Lightweight and water-free, reducing emissions.

A simple switch for a lasting impact

Switching to sustainable detergent sheets helps protect your skin, reduce plastic waste, and prevent water pollution. Brands like Emerald Homes make it easy, offering biodegradable detergent sheets in sustainable packaging, delivered straight to your door.

Are you ready to make the switch? Choose a cleaner, greener future today—Emerald Homes is here to help you make your laundry more sustainable.