non-bio
Stepparent, for example
Non-bio is British shorthand for non-biological, used almost exclusively to describe laundry detergents that don't contain enzymes.
Regular "bio" detergents use enzymes to break down protein-based stains like blood and food, but these can irritate sensitive skin.
Non-bio formulas skip the enzymes, making them gentler for babies, people with eczema, or anyone prone to skin reactions.
I switched to non-bio when the baby arrived.
Unlikely to cause reactions
- fragrance-freeWithout added smell
- skin-friendlyNon-irritating to dermis
- gentleSoft and kind
- eczemaInflammatory skin disorder
allergies · dye-free · mild · unscented · allergy-friendly · preservative-free
Chemical cleaning agent
- washingCleaning with liquid
- fabricWoven or knit material
- softenerAgent that reduces hardness
- cycleRepeating sequence of events
liquid · powder · pods · tabs · colorfast · gentle · delicates · machine-wash
Produced artificially, not natural
- polyesterSynthetic petroleum-based fabric
- nylonSynthetic textile polymer
- acrylicSynthetic resin or fiber
- plasticCapable of being molded
PVC · silicone · neoprene · vinyl · fiberglass · polyurethane · polystyrene · polypropylene
hypoallergenic
Unlikely to cause reactions
- fragrance-freeWithout added smell
- skin-friendlyNon-irritating to dermis
- gentleSoft and kind
eczema · allergies · dye-free · mild · unscented · allergy-friendly · preservative-free
detergent
Chemical cleaning agent
cycle · liquid · powder · pods · tabs · colorfast · gentle · delicates · machine-wash · rinse
synthetic
Produced artificially, not natural
- polyesterSynthetic petroleum-based fabric
- nylonSynthetic textile polymer
- acrylicSynthetic resin or fiber
plastic · PVC · silicone · neoprene · vinyl · fiberglass · polyurethane · polystyrene · polypropylene · polyethylene
non-biobio
Personal background summary
biological · blood · birth · genetic · biological parent
non-biobio
Personal background summary
organic · biological · natural · eco-friendly · biodegradable
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