Blueland Review: The Eco-Friendly Cleaning Products Worth Switching For

Hey there, clean freaks! If you‘re like me, you‘re always on the hunt for ways to make your home sparkle without harming the environment (or your health). So when I heard about Blueland, a new line of cleaning products with zero single-use plastic packaging, I was intrigued.

I‘ve been testing out Blueland‘s signature items for a few months now, and I‘m excited to share my honest thoughts. Spoiler alert: these eco-friendly cleaners really live up to the hype!

In a nutshell, Blueland offers a collection of reusable bottles and dry tablets/powders that you mix with water at home to create your cleaning solutions. This innovative refill system helps eliminate the need for single-use plastic bottles that often end up in landfills and oceans.

Not only are Blueland‘s products more sustainable, but they also work exceptionally well at tackling household messes. The non-toxic formulas are powered by plant-based ingredients that are gentle yet effective. And the sleek Forever Bottles look way chicer than those brightly-colored plastic jugs.

Ready for my full rundown? Keep reading for all the sudsy details on Blueland‘s bestsellers, how they compare to conventional brands, and why making the switch is totally worth it (even if you‘re not a total neat freak like yours truly).

About Blueland

Blueland was founded in 2018 by Sarah Paiji Yoo, a former Harvard Business School grad and serial entrepreneur. As a new mom, Sarah became increasingly concerned about the amount of microplastics she was finding in her baby‘s bottled water and food. She started looking for ways to cut back on plastic waste in her daily life.

One of the first swaps she made was trading plastic bottles of cleaning products for DIY solutions using reusable containers and tablets. When she couldn‘t find effective options on the market, she decided to create her own line of plastic-free, non-toxic cleaners. Thus, Blueland was born!

In 2019, Sarah and her co-founder John Mascari pitched Blueland on Shark Tank. Their compelling mission and innovative refill system won over the sharks, landing them a deal with Kevin O‘Leary.

Since then, Blueland has been on a mission to eliminate single-use plastics from common household products. To date, the brand estimates they‘ve helped divert over 1 billion plastic bottles from landfills and oceans. That‘s the equivalent of 57 million pounds of plastic waste!

The Plastic Problem

To put Blueland‘s impact into perspective, let‘s take a closer look at the plastic waste generated by the cleaning industry:

• Over 1 billion plastic cleaning bottles end up in landfills and oceans every year (enough to wrap around the Earth 5 times!)
• Only 9% of plastic actually gets recycled – the rest sits in landfills where it takes 1000+ years to decompose
• Plastic cleaning bottles require a lot of water and oil to produce and distribute, generating excess carbon emissions
• Exposure to certain plastics has been linked to health issues like hormone disruption and even cancer

Stats like these are why I‘m always looking for ways to reduce my plastic footprint, especially when it comes to products I use on the daily. With Blueland, you can feel good knowing your cleaning routine has a much lower environmental impact.

How Blueland Works

Blueland‘s refill model is truly genius in its simplicity. Here‘s a quick breakdown of how it works:

1. Pick your products. Blueland offers a variety of cleaning essentials, from foaming hand soap to laundry detergent. You can opt for a starter set or build your own bundle.

2. Fill your Forever Bottle. These reusable bottles are made of shatter-resistant materials like acrylic and silicone. Simply fill them up with warm tap water, following the fill lines.

3. Drop in a tablet. Blueland‘s cleaners come in the form of concentrated dry tablets and powders. Pop one tablet into your filled Forever Bottle, let it fizz and dissolve (this is oddly satisfying to watch).

4. Start cleaning! Give your bottle a quick shake and you‘re ready to tackle any mess. When you run out, simply order a refill pack of tablets – no new bottle required.

Honestly, dissolving the tablets is so quick and effortless, I don‘t know why more brands don‘t utilize this format. And how cute are the Forever Bottles? They‘re like functional decor for your countertop.

Product Lineup

Now that you know how Blueland works, let me introduce you to their all-star cleaning lineup and my firsthand thoughts:

The Clean Suite Kit

Price: $83 for 7 pieces

What‘s Included:

• Foaming Hand Soap (1 glass bottle, 1 tablet)
• Multi-Surface Cleaner (1 silicone bottle, 1 tablet)
• Glass + Mirror Cleaner (1 silicone bottle, 1 tablet)
• Bathroom Cleaner (1 silicone bottle, 1 tablet)
• Dish Soap Powder (1 silicone shaker, 16 oz powder)
• Dishwasher Tablets (1 steel tin, 40 tablets)
• Laundry Tablets (1 steel tin, 40 tablets)

If you want to overhaul your entire cleaning arsenal in one fell swoop, The Clean Suite Kit is the way to go. It‘s got all your basic household cleaning needs covered without a lick of single-use plastic.

The foaming hand soap quickly became a favorite in my house. The glass bottle has some nice weight to it and the pump dispenses the perfect amount of suds. I‘m partial to the fresh Iris Agave scent but all three options are lovely.

For cleaning sprays, Blueland offers three formulas: multi-surface, glass/mirror, and bathroom. All of the bottles have a nice fine mist and the silicone sleeves prevent any slippage. The multi-surface spray does a bang up job cutting through greasy stovetops and fingerprints. Ditto for the glass cleaner on mirrors and windows.

I will say the bathroom cleaner required a bit more elbow grease than my usual bleach-based sprays on soap scum and mildew. But I love that it‘s free of harsh fumes and safe to use around kiddos and pets.

As a family of four, we go through a lot of dishes. I was stoked to see Blueland offers both dish soap and dishwasher tabs. The dish soap powder took some getting used to (it can be messy if you‘re not careful). But a little goes a long way to create some serious suds. Bonus: the silicone shaker looks cute by the sink!

In the dishwasher, the naked tablets dissolved well and left everything from plates to wine glasses sparkling clean with no spots or film. Same goes for the laundry tablets. I‘ve used them on everything from smelly gym clothes to linens with no issues.

All in all, I think The Clean Suite covers all your cleaning bases in the most gorgeous, eco-friendly packaging. You‘re definitely getting the most bang for your buck with this bundle.

Foaming Hand Soap Starter Set

Price: $16

What‘s Included:

• 1 Signature Glass Bottle
• 3 Foaming Hand Soap Tablets (Iris Agave, Perrine Lemon, Lavender Eucalyptus)

If you‘re not ready to commit to a total Blueland overhaul, the Foaming Hand Soap Starter Set is the perfect place to start. After all, swapping out plastic hand soap bottles is one of the easiest ways to cut back on bathroom waste.

I cannot get enough of Blueland‘s hand soap. The scents are sophisticated without being overpowering (Perrine Lemon is bright and fresh, Iris Agave has a soft floral vibe, Lavender Eucalyptus is soothing and herbal).

Unlike a lot of natural hand soaps, Blueland‘s formula foams up satisfyingly and rinses clean with no residue. Bye bye, dry hands! I also love that the glass bottle is pretty enough to leave out for guests.

Considering one tablet makes a whole 9 oz bottle of soap and refills are only $1.25 each, this set offers some serious savings over time. I‘ll never go back to single-use plastic pumps!

Dish Soap Starter Set

Price: $20

What‘s Included:

• 1 Silicone Shaker
• 1 16 oz bag Dish Soap Powder (lasts for 100+ sinks of dishes)

I‘ll admit, a dry dish soap powder sounded odd to me at first. But Blueland‘s formula has won me over for hand washing everyday dishes.

The powder is very fine, almost like laundry detergent. It‘s lightly scented with lemon oil which smells zingy and delightful. To use, you just sprinkle a small amount on a damp sponge or directly in your sink/basin. Then add water and work into a lather.

I was pleasantly surprised by how well the powder cuts through caked-on food and grease. It really clings to gunk and lifts it away, even if you let dishes sit overnight (guilty). No pre-soaking or intense scrubbing required.

Since the powder is so concentrated, a 16 oz bag lasts forever – Blueland says 100+ sinks full which checks out based on my experience. When you do run out, the refill pouch is only $8 which feels like a steal.

If you‘ve got sensitive skin, you‘ll be glad to know the formula is free of common irritants like sulfates, parabens, and artificial dyes/fragrances. Just be careful not to inhale it when pouring from the shaker.

While I still prefer a liquid soap for bigger tasks like cleaning sheet pans, Blueland‘s dish powder has become my new go-to for regular loads. Anything to keep single-use plastic out of my kitchen is a win!

Why Blueland Is Worth the Switch

By now, I‘m sure it‘s obvious I‘m a big Blueland fangirl. But you might still be wondering, is making the switch really worth it? Why fix what ain‘t broke when it comes to cleaning products?

Here‘s the thing. As consumers, our daily choices and purchases have a huge impact on the health of our planet. And frankly, the way we currently consume household products is not sustainable.

Every plastic cleaning bottle we toss in the bin will sit in a landfill for hundreds of years (or worse, end up polluting our oceans and harming marine life). The carbon emissions generated from producing and shipping heavy liquids contribute to global warming. And many conventional formulas contain yucky chemicals that can negatively impact our health.

That‘s why I‘m so jazzed about Blueland‘s mission to reimagine the way we clean. By creating products designed for refill and reuse, they‘re helping to break the cycle of single-use plastic in our homes. And their non-toxic formulas mean we don‘t have to sacrifice our well-being for a sparkling space.

Yes, taking that first step to overhaul your cleaning routine can seem intimidating. Trying new products from a startup is like the ultimate trust fall. But I promise, Blueland doesn‘t disappoint.

To me, the Clean Suite Bundle is the way to go if you really want to make an impact. You get all your cleaning essentials in one shot, and save 20% compared to buying each set individually.

But if a total 180 seems like too much too soon, start small! Swap out your single-use hand soap for Blueland‘s pretty glass pumps. Get a pack of laundry or dishwasher tablets. See how you like the products and go from there.

What I love most about Blueland (besides the obvious aesthetic appeal), is that you never feel like you‘re sacrificing quality for the sake of sustainability. Everything cleans just as well as the conventional stuff, if not better. And refills couldn‘t be easier.

Once you see how painless it is to pare down your plastic waste, I bet you‘ll be inspired to find even more ways to go green. It‘s a snowball effect in the best way.

So to all my fellow neat freaks, I invite you to take the Blueland leap with me. Not only will your home be squeaky clean, but so will your conscience. Trust me, once you get a taste of this sustainable cleaning life, you‘ll never want to go back to wasteful plastics and toxic chemicals ever again.

Here‘s to a healthier planet, one Forever Bottle at a time!