Sensitive skin is the skin that reacts easily or gets irritated quickly by internal or external factors. The symptoms could worsen when exposed to sun, heat, and certain ingredients in cosmetics, chemicals used in cleansers and detergents. Detergents contain enzymes, emulsifiers, moisturizers, fabric softeners, solvents, parabens, perfumes, and many more chemicals that clean and keep the clothes fresh.

However, if one has skin sensitivity, these chemicals can cause redness, itchiness, and other symptoms. It can cause adverse reactions in babies too. Since we use detergents every day, it is best to buy products that are safe for sensitive skin.

1. Persil liquid detergent for sensitive skin
This is one of the most popular and safe detergents for sensitive skin. It is 100% free of dyes and perfumes. It is hypoallergenic (Hypoallergenic is a product that guarantees that it does not cause allergies and does not contain any ingredient that triggers an allergy)

2. Dropps Sensitive Skin HE Natural Laundry Detergent Pods
This contains 160 unscented, Hypoallergenic, plastic-free laundry pods. (Laundry pods are small pouches of concentrated detergent). All the ingredients are non-toxic and derived from plants and contain eucalyptus, lemon, and clove oils. There are no harmful parabens, either. These are safe for all kinds of fabric and are compatible with all washing machines. Dropps pods are very safe for all types of sensitive skin and are safe for babies as well.

3. All free clear liquid detergent
It is one of the brands frequently recommended by doctors for skin-related issues. It removed almost all of the allergens commonly found in the environment that can attach to our clothes. All free clear liquid detergent is entirely free of dyes and perfumes. All free clear detergent can remove dander, dust, mite, pollen from grass and trees. Pediatricians recommend it for infants and young children to protect them, as it is safe and gentle on their skin. You can use warm water to wash for best results.

4. Arm & Hammer sensitive skin free and clear liquid detergent
The detergent is tested by dermatologists and is hypoallergenic. Arm & Hammer detergent is safe and gentle on the skin. It is called free and clear, as it is free of dyes and chemicals. It has a very mild fragrance, and the softeners, too, are free of chemicals. It is safe for sensitive skin and does not cause any itching or irritation.

5. Purex baby soft laundry detergent
Made especially for babies, it is hypoallergenic and does not contain any dyes. Purex is very safe for all types of skin.

6. Seventh Generation Free and Clear Laundry Detergent
It is super concentrated and is made of a triple enzyme formula that is safe for sensitive skin. It does not contain added fragrances, dyes, or brighteners. USDA certified that it contains only plant-based ingredients – about 96% is bio-based ingredients.

7. Babyganics Liquid detergent for babies
It is formulated for a baby’s tender skin. It does not contain sulfates. It uses plant-based enzymes for thorough cleaning. It is also fragrance-free and is non-allergenic.

Many detergents mention that they are hypoallergenic. However, there is no definite FDA guideline about these claims. However, many harsh chemicals used widely earlier have been since banned in some states or no longer used in cosmetics and detergents. Therefore, you should buy samples of products, test it, and choose another one if it causes reactions. The allergens could be safe for one type of skin and react with another person.

(Word of caution: When using pods, keep them away from the reach of children)