Molly's Suds

Delicate Wash

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$7.00 In stock

Category: Natural Laundry Detergent

Keep your favorite delicates in perfect form — and spotlessly clean! Our Delicate Wash is designed to gently launder dress shirts, lingerie, and fine knit garments

  • Washes away dirt, debris, oils, and stains while protecting delicate fabrics
  • Suitable for use on silk, spandex, rayon, wool, cashmere, merino, mohair, and other delicate fabrics
  • Preserves softness, warmth, and shape of sweaters and delicate blouses
  • Made from simple yet effective ingredients
  • Available in Lavender and Unscented
How to Use

Gently clean and revitalize your delicates every time:

Step 1. Add cool water and one squirt or 1 TBSP of Delicate Wash Detergent to your sink or washtub. 

Step 2. Swish the water and add your delicates. Gently squeeze them to work the Delicate Wash Detergent deeply into the material.

Step 3. Rinse the garments with cool water until the water runs clear.

Step 4. Place your delicate items on a clean towel, and roll it up like a sausage, squeezing tightly (don’t wring or twist) to remove excess water. This is especially important for heavy delicates, such as sweaters and wool items. 

Step 5. Allow your delicates to air dry on a drying rack, making sure to position each item into its natural shape. 

PRO TIP: To remove stains, apply a small amount of Delicate Wash Detergent directly over the stain. Use your Laundry Brush to work the detergent deep into the fabric. Rinse and repeat if necessary, then launder as usual.

Ingredients

We adhere to strict ingredient integrity, so you’ll never find harmful chemicals in our products. Molly’s Suds Delicate Wash includes only a handful of simple yet effective ingredients:

  • Deionized Water
  • Potassium Cocoate
  • Sodium Laurylglucosides Hydroxypropylsulfonate
  • Saccharomyces Ferment
  • Glycerin
  • Xanthan Gum
  • Benzyl Alcohol (and) Glyceryl Caprylate (and) Glyceryl Undecylenate
  • Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate
  • Polysorbate 20 (Lavender only)
  • Natural Fragrance (Lavender only)*

*Derived from natural plant essences and oils. Safer Choice and ISO-16128 compliant. Free of petrochemicals, solvents, dyes, and pesticides.

In a world where chemicals are not explained or closely regulated, it can be hard to find laundry and household cleaners made with truly safe ingredients. Here is a complete list of all of the ingredients we choose and why we use them

Molly’s Suds Delicate Wash does not contain: Synthetic Fragrances, Formaldehyde & 1,4-Dioxane, Optical Brighteners, Synthetic Nonylphenol Ethoxylates, Phosphates, Chlorine, Sodium Laureth Sulfate (SLES), Phthalates, Parabens, Methylisothiazolinone, Cocamide DEA

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Learn More About Delicate Wash Detergent

What delicates are best washed with our Delicate Wash Detergent? All of them! This wash is perfect for washing the trickiest garments, from vintage lace to mohair sweaters. 

Here are our tips on how to wash the most common delicates:

Fine Knit Natural Fibers: Wool, cashmere, and mohair require extra care to keep them luxurious and gorgeous. Always hand wash using a delicate detergent like this one and never use the dryer. Keep sweaters looking brand new with our Sweater Pumice or Cashmere Comb. These tools will remove pilling and pet hair. 

Bras and Lingerie: We recommend hand washing bras and lingerie whenever possible — even your sports bras! But, if you do choose to launder in the washing machine, always use a Mesh Laundry Bag to protect these delicate garments. Launder on cool, using Delicate Wash Detergent, and allow to air dry. Never place lingerie in a dryer!

Lace Items: Lace items should be hand-washed when possible using a delicate detergent. To renew white lace, add one scoop of Oxygen Whitener to a tub or sink filled with warm water and allow the item to soak for an hour or two. Rinse until the water runs clear and air dry. Always avoid putting lace items in the dryer as they may easily get snagged. 

Synthetics (Spandex & Rayon): Fill a tub or bowl with cool water and add a small squirt of Delicate Wash. Swish your items through the water and allow them to soak for a little while before rinsing clean. Air dry in a location where they won’t run any risk of being snagged. 

Vintage Garments: Always hand wash using a gentle detergent like our Delicate Wash Detergent. These fabrics are aged and sensitive! Avoid the dryer and instead choose a drying rack. 

Customer Reviews (4.8 / 5 · 11 reviews)

Robert T. ★★★★★

I was nervous about washing my favorite cashmere sweater, but this delicate wash left it soft and smelling fresh. The gentle formula lifted light stains from the collar without any pilling or shrinking.

Owen P. ★★★★★

After soaking a silk blouse that had a stubborn deodorant stain, it came out flawless with no damage to the fabric. The formula is gentle enough for my delicate knits but still gets the job done without any harsh smell.

Emily Y. ★★★★★

My wool sweaters came out of the wash looking like new, and the gentle formula really lifted the dirt without any stretching. The scent is barely there, which I actually prefer for delicates.

Olivia ★★★★★

I’ve been using this on my delicate silk blouses and the wash leaves them feeling clean without any stiffness or damage. The fact that it’s a natural formula gives me peace of mind for my finer fabrics.

Brian ★★★★★

My wool sweaters finally come out of the wash without that stretched-out neckline — this stuff is gentle enough for even my cashmere blends. A little goes a long way, too, which makes the price feel totally reasonable.

Robert Y. ★★★★★

Finally, a detergent that doesn't wreck my knits — my cashmere came out soft and completely clean after just a cold soak. The gentle formula really does lift out everyday oils without any harsh scrubbing.

Hannah ★★★★★

I’ve been using it for my silk blouses and it leaves them soft without any residue. The bottle lasted through multiple washes too, which is a nice bonus.

Avery H. ★★★★★

Finally a detergent that actually gets the smell out of my workout tops without ruining the fabric. The gentle formula handles my silk blouses perfectly, and they come out looking brand new.

Grace ★★★★★

I’ve been using this for my cashmere sweaters and the gentle formula really does remove sweat stains without shrinking the wool. It rinses out clean without any leftover soap residue.

Joseph J. ★★★★☆

I’ve been using this on my silk blouses for a few weeks, and it really lifts body oils without any harsh chemical smell. The only small downside is that I need a bit more than expected for heavily worn items. Still, it leaves the fabric feeling soft and fresh.