Cleaning houses is big business. In fact, by some estimates, the global household cleaning products market is worth more than $247 billion. But unfortunately, many of the products designed to brighten up our homes aren’t so clean on the inside—turns out, they contain not only harsh chemicals, but also animal ingredients. Yes, your cleaning cabinet may contain animal products. But don’t worry, there are tons of vegan products to choose from—most of which you can easily grab during your next trip to Walmart. Here are some of our top picks.
Why aren’t all cleaning products vegan?
We all know that brands often hide animal ingredients in food products (looking at you, powdered milk), but it’s also important to check what’s going into our cleaning products.
The fatty caprylic acid, for example, is sometimes used in disinfectants and can be derived from palm or coconut oil, which also comes from mammals. Other ingredients to watch out for include lanolin (which comes from sheep wool), beeswax (which, you guessed it, is made by bees), and tallow (which comes from cattle and sheep fat).
If you’re worried about animal testing, unfortunately, it also happens in the cleaning products industry. Typically, a brand will be open about its animal testing policy, but you can also look to third-party certifications from organizations like People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals and Leaping Bunny for extra reassurance. All of the options below are not only vegetarian, but also cruelty-free.
17 Vegan Cleaning Products to Buy at Walmart
1 Ecos Parsley All Purpose Cleaner
Most cleaners have citrus scents, which is why this option from Ecos is especially unique because it smells like parsley. Yes, you can fill your home with fresh herbal scents when you choose this biodegradable all-purpose cleaner, which is made with renewable plant extracts.
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2 Blueland Toilet Cleaner
Not only is this bio-based toilet cleaner tough on any stubborn stains and grime, it’s also completely plastic-free. Also, it is easy to use. For a sparkling toilet, drop it into the bowl, wait for it to finish fizzing, scrub and flush.
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3 Pink Stuff Stardrops Miracle Cream Cleanser
Designed for use on things like tiles, oven tops and sinks, this cream cleaner is efficient yet gentle and easy to use. After you wipe it on the surface of your choice, rinse with water for a sparkling result.
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4 Dr. Bronner’s Pure-Castile Liquid Soap
Dr. Bronner’s Liquid Soap is the ultimate multi-tasking cleaning product. The organic, biodegradable formula is gentle enough to use on your face, body and hair, but it’s also efficient enough to clean floors and dishes. Why spend money on body care? And When cleaning products can you buy a product that does it all?
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5 Attitude bathroom cleaner
Attitude’s plant-based bathroom cleaners are hypoallergenic and free of harsh ingredients like parabens and formaldehyde. It’s also a great choice for those looking to reduce their plastic waste, as the packaging is fully refillable.
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6 Love the Home and Planet Multipurpose Cleaner
Not only does this multipurpose cleaner smell great (like citrus yuzu and vanilla, to be exact), but the powerful formula is also made with 90-percent plant-based cleansers. True to the name, this product is better for the planet, thanks to the recyclable packaging.
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7 Podsy Multi-Surface Cleaning Refill Pods
To reduce plastic and water waste (and cost!), Podsey sells its products without added water. All you need to do is buy a bottle from the brand, and then, you simply top it up with its refill pods and add water at home. Simple, yet effective.
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8 Sonnet Organic Toilet Cleaner
Let the power of citric acid work its magic on your toilet bowl with this organic, effective cleaner from Sonnet Organics. The product is biodegradable and smells satisfyingly fresh thanks to the scent of fresh mint and myrtle.
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9 SCD Probiotics All-Purpose Cleaning Concentrate
When you think of probiotics, you probably think of gut health, but good bacteria can also play a role in cleaning your home. Not believing? Test for yourself with this USDA Certified Organic Cleaner from SCD Probiotics. According to the brand, due to the multiplicity of bacteria, the result is a cleaner that works for a full seven days after you spray it.
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10 Clean + Simple Multi-Purpose Cleaner Spray
This gluten-free, paraben-free spray formula is infused with essential oils, including tea tree oil, which will help keep your surfaces shiny thanks to its antibacterial and antifungal properties.
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11 Ethic Multi-Purpose Bathroom Spray Concentrate
Ethic is known for its low-waste, plastic-free beauty and body care products, but the brand also has effective cleaning formulas. Like its other tough bars, all you have to do is mix this eucalyptus-scented cleaner with hot water for an efficient, versatile product that will make your bathroom shine.
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12 Absolute Green 100% Natural All Purpose Cleaner
If you’re looking for an effective all-purpose cleaner that uses only natural ingredients, this formula from Absolute Green might be just what you’re looking for. It’s made with essential oils and 100 percent plant-based, natural, clean ingredients.
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13 Eco-Me Concentrated Multi-Surface and Floor Cleaner
Get those dirty floors sparkling clean with Eco-Me’s concentrated, plant-based formula. A dash of this cleaner, which contains natural plant extracts and botanicals, is all you need to get the spotless floors of your dreams.
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14 Fit organic all-purpose cleaner and degreaser spray
For those sensitive to fragrances, this cleaner from Fit Organics is a great choice, as it is completely fragrance-free. It’s USDA-certified organic, synthetic ingredient-free, and incredibly efficient at cleaning everything from stove tops to bathtubs to jewelry.
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15 Method All-Purpose Cleaner
Method’s popular all-purpose biodegradable cleaning spray will not only keep your surfaces shiny, but it will also leave them the smell Delicious, too. Ditch the traditional lemon and choose from scents like grapefruit, wild rhubarb and water mint.
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16 Ecover Toilet Bowl Cleaner
For a fresh, clean, sparkling toilet bowl, look no further than this plant-based cleaner from Ecover. Made with renewable ingredients, this formula will work efficiently to eliminate frizz and decalcify for ultra-satisfying results.
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17 Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day Dish Soap
Cleaning dishes is a boring job, let’s be honest. But you can make things a little easier with an efficient, powerful formula that cuts through grease quickly—without relying on parabens, phthalates, or anything that comes from animals. Mrs. Meyer dish soap is that formula.
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Charlotte is a writer and editor based in sunny Southsea on the south coast of England.
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