Hylea
Dish Soap
Hand dishwashing liquid used for cleaning dishes, cookware, and utensils. Direct hand contact and residues on items that contact food make ingredient safety important.
Why It Matters
Hands are immersed in soapy water. Residues may remain on dishes that hold food. Frequent use can dry out and irritate hands.
Chemicals of Concern in This Product
Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS)
A surfactant and foaming agent found in many cleaning and personal care products. Creates the...
Triclosan
An antibacterial and antifungal agent once common in soaps, toothpastes, and household products....
Phthalates
A group of chemicals used to make plastics more flexible and harder to break. Also used as...
Ingredient Red Flags
Watch for these on ingredient labels:
- Triclosan
- Fragrance/Parfum
- Methylisothiazolinone
- SLS for sensitive skin
What to Look For
- ✓Plant-derived surfactants
- ✓Fragrance-free options
- ✓No antibacterial claims
Finding Safer Options
Castile soap diluted for dishes, or certified safer brands like ECOS, Better Life, or Seventh Generation Free & Clear.
Certifications to Look For
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