For years, bleach has been a staple in our cupboards. We think it's essential for cleaning, disinfecting, and whitening. But at what cost?
Its aggressive odor, its toxicity, its vapors that irritate the respiratory tract, its harmful effects on the environment and wastewater... Today, many women are realizing that products like bleach should no longer be part of our homes, especially when effective, ecological and safe alternatives exist.
Sodium percarbonate is exactly that: a white powder, safe for health, that whitens, cleans, removes stains, and disinfects naturally. When it comes into contact with hot water, it releases active oxygen, a powerful cleaning agent… all while being 100% biodegradable.
And above all, it ticks all the boxes: chlorine-free, synthetic fragrance-free, endocrine disruptor-free.
Let's review 5 uses for sodium percarbonate that can really change the way you maintain your home — and consume.
1. Sodium percarbonate: uses for naturally whitening laundry
Whites turning grey, sheets yellowing, dishcloths dulling... you know the feeling? It's often at this point that we succumb to chemical... and aggressive bleaching products.
But there is a safe alternative for both skin and the planet: sodium percarbonate . By simply adding a tablespoon to your washing machine drum, along with your Marseille soap detergent , you can restore brightness to your laundry at temperatures as low as 40°C.
This is particularly useful for:
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Household linen (sheets, towels, dish towels)
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White cotton clothing
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Textiles that need a real refresh
Its secret? The active oxygen it releases dissolves the organic particles responsible for stains and revives fibers without damaging them. Forget bleach, choose a non-toxic, effective, and gentle product for the whole family.
2. Sodium percarbonate: uses for pre-treating stains on laundry before washing
When you have children (or grandchildren), you know the challenge of stubborn stains: chocolate, grass, red fruits, perspiration, etc.
Percarbonate is your best natural ally here. Before putting your laundry in the washing machine, soak it in hot water (40–60°C) with 1 to 2 tablespoons of percarbonate for a few hours.
This active bath allows for deep stain removal without rubbing, using chemical stain removers, or altering colors or fibers. And it also works very well on:
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Washable diapers
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Baby bibs
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Sportswear
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Kitchen aprons
A simple, eco-friendly, and incredibly effective way to reduce consumption and extend the life of your clothes.
3. Sodium percarbonate: safe uses for cleaning the kitchen
Cooking with natural ingredients also means cleaning with natural ingredients. However, the kitchen is often the place where we use the most industrial degreasers.
Sodium percarbonate can dissolve burnt-on grease and clean stuck-on pots and pans without scrubbing like crazy. Here's how:
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Sprinkle the bottom of your dish or pan with 1 tablespoon of percarbonate .
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Pour very hot water over everything.
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Leave on for between 15 minutes and 2 hours.
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Gently rub with a natural brush or a My Better Way washable sponge .
Result: the burnt residues detach on their own, effortlessly, and without danger to stainless steel or Pyrex surfaces.
It's also very useful for the sink, oven racks, hob rings, or even the extractor hood. And without aerosol or gloves!
4. Sodium percarbonate: uses for reviving grout and tiles
Blackened grout in the bathroom or kitchen can really give an impression of dirt… even in a well-kept house.
But there's no need to use harsh products. Sodium percarbonate works wonders here too, thanks to its effervescent degreasing effect.
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Prepare a homemade paste with percarbonate + a little hot water.
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Apply with a brush to the areas to be treated.
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Leave on for 15 to 30 minutes.
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Scrub with a toothbrush or a small wooden brush.
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Rinse with clean water.
Soap scum, mold, and grease stains disappear effortlessly. It's a cleaning method that's kind to your surfaces... and your nose!
5. Sodium percarbonate: uses for eco-friendly everyday cleaning
Percarbonate isn't just a pantry staple. It's a versatile tool to incorporate into your natural cleaning routine. It replaces:
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Whitening products
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Textile stain removers
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Degreasing cleaners
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Stripping gels
And since it's 100% mineral, it leaves no chemical residue, neither in your laundry nor on your surfaces. It decomposes into water, sodium carbonate, and oxygen—that's all.
🌿 Where can I buy natural sodium percarbonate?
On My Better Way , you can find pure sodium percarbonate, in plastic-free kraft bags , made in France, as well as a full range of natural cleaning products, such as Marseille soap laundry detergent, washable sponges , and even unbreakable clothespins with a lifetime guarantee .
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