biodegradable soap

Environmentally safe cleanser

Biodegradable soap is soap formulated to break down naturally in the environment, minimizing harm to ecosystems.

Campers and backpackers use it to wash dishes or themselves near water sources: Pack biodegradable soap if you're camping by the lake.

The term appears on products marketed as environmentally friendly, though breakdown rates and conditions vary.

Related

camping · stream · rinse · gentle · plant-based · wilderness · backpacking · camp shower · wash station · gray water · washable · foam · clean · environmentally · compostable · outdoor · sustainable · leave no trace

Opposites
environmental degradation

biodegradable soapenvironmental pollutant

Harmful substance in nature

forever chemicals · industrial cleaner

Family

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Familiarity
Top 500,000
Profile
Used worldwide · Timeless · Concrete · Positive · Everyday, not technical · Rated G