Looking for a simple, eco-friendly way to do laundry?Our Butterfly & Bee powdered refill turns into a full 64 ounces of liquid laundry detergent with just water. It’s cost-effective, travel friendly, and packaged in a compostable pouch for a truly zero-waste laundry routine. For more natural plastic free products visit our online store today.
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What to know about common household cleaning ingredients Per the Environmental Working Group, many household cleaning products look bright, fresh, and powerful, but the ingredient lists often contain chemicals that most people don’t recognize. While many ingredients are used safely in products, some have raised concerns because of their environmental impact, potential irritation, or lack
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Simple changes for a low-waste, sustainable kitchen Creating a more sustainable kitchen doesn’t require a complete lifestyle overhaul. In fact, some of the most impactful changes come from replacing everyday disposable items with reusable, eco-friendly alternatives. These small swaps can help reduce plastic waste, limit exposure to unnecessary chemicals, and create a healthier home for
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“Someone asked us today if we use palm oil in our products, and it’s a great question.
Palm oil is one of the most common ingredients in soaps and cosmetics. While it has useful properties, it has also raised environmental concerns.
At Butterfly & Bee we focus on simple plant-based ingredients and transparent formulas so you always know what’s in the products you bring into your home.”
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If you’ve ever picked up a natural product labeled “unscented” and thought, “Wait… this still smells like something,” you’re not alone. This leads to the question, What Does Unscented Really Mean? The words “unscented” and “fragrance-free” are often used interchangeably, but they don’t always mean exactly the same thing. Understanding the difference can help you
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Walk down any store aisle and you’ll find laundry detergents filled with long ingredient lists, bright colors, bold fragrances, and complex claims. It’s easy to assume that effective cleaning requires complicated chemistry. Understanding which ingredients actually work in laundry detergent can simplify your choices and enhance your laundry experience. In reality, laundry cleaning relies on
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Creating a low-waste home doesn’t require a complete lifestyle overhaul. In fact, some of the most meaningful changes come from small, consistent habits, especially when it comes to a Low Waste Cleaning Routine and everyday cleaning. Many conventional cleaning routines generate unnecessary waste through disposable wipes, single-use plastic bottles, and heavily packaged products. The good
Have you ever noticed that most conventional laundry detergents are bright blue, neon green, or even electric purple? Walk down any grocery store aisle and you’ll see shelves filled with vividly colored bottles and liquids. For many shoppers, this colorful appearance has become so normal that it’s rarely questioned. Consumers are becoming curious about why
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The natural and low-tox product market is growing across the U.S., with especially strong demand in the Midwest and South. Learn where refill stores, fragrance-free cleaning products, and sustainable household goods are gaining momentum—and why it matters for conscious brands and consumers.
Laundry symbols don’t have to be confusing. This quick guide breaks down the most common care tag icons—washing and drying, so you can protect your favorite clothes and avoid laundry mishaps. Keep it handy next time you sort a load, and pair it with gentler, low-waste laundry products for your home.
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