Surprising Non-Toxic Dish Soap Cleaning Hacks For Around Your Home

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Posted On: 11/7/2025

11 DIY Dish Soap Hacks That Actually Work

Think dish soap is just for dishes? Think again. Truly Free Home’s non-toxic dish soap formula is a surprisingly powerful multitasker—tackling everything from foggy mirrors to stubborn stains—all without exposing your home (or your hands) to harsh chemicals.

1. De-Fog Mirrors and Glasses

Rub a small drop of non-toxic dish soap onto your bathroom mirror or glasses, then buff it out with a clean cloth. It creates a temporary barrier that keeps mirrors from fogging after a hot shower and glasses from getting cloudy when it’s humid.

2. Natural Weed Killer

If a DIY weed killer is good enough for Martha Stewart, it’s good enough for us. Simply mix 1 tablespoon of Truly Free Home non-toxic dish soap with 1 gallon of vinegar and 1 cup of salt. The soap breaks down the plant’s outer layer, helping the vinegar and salt penetrate more effectively and kill unwanted weeds without toxic chemicals.

For optimal results, apply early in the morning or late in the day when the temperature is cooler. And be sure there’s no rain forecast for at least 24 hours.

3. DIY Ice Pack

Hard freezer blocks are great for picnics, but not for your aching shoulder. For a more malleable ice pack, mix non-toxic dish soap with a bit of rubbing alcohol and freeze it in a ziplock bag. It becomes a slushy, reusable ice pack that comfortably molds around injuries or sore muscles.

4. Unclog Toilets

When plunging alone doesn’t get the job done, adding Truly Free Home dish soap to your toilet will lubricate the pipes and help loosen clogs. Pour a generous amount of non-toxic dish soap into a clogged toilet, let it sit for 15 to 30 minutes, and then flush with hot water. 

5. Remove Fleas on Pets

A diluted non-toxic dish soap bath is a safe way to remove fleas from your dogs and cats. The soap affects fleas’ ability to float in water by changing the surface tension, so they sink and drown. After treating with dish soap, use a fine-tooth comb to remove any left behind flea eggs.

6. Clean Greasy Tools

Just like it does with greasy dishes, Truly Free Home dish soap cuts through oil coatings on tools. Simply soak them in a solution of dish soap and warm water, scrub, then rinse clean.

7. Get Rid of Fruit Flies

Does your fruit bowl have some unwelcomed guests? Make a fruit fly trap. Fill a small bowl with apple cider vinegar and add a few drops of Truly Free Home dish soap. The soap breaks the surface tension, causing the flies to sink and drown.

8. De-Ice Walkways

No need to use harsh chemicals for this winter chore. Combine non-toxic dish soap, rubbing alcohol, and hot water in a spray bottle. Spray on icy walkways or car windshields to melt the ice and temporarily prevent refreezing.

9. Make Homemade Bubbles

Keep the kids entertained by creating homemade bubbles with things you likely already have on hand. Stir together 2 cups of warm water, a ⅓ cup of non-toxic dish soap, and a ¼ cup of corn syrup in a large mixing bowl. Tip: letting the solution sit for 24 hours will improve its bubble-making abilities.  

10. Stain Pre-Treatment for Laundry

If you’re out of Truly Free Home Laundry Stain Spray (and let this be your reminder to add it to your next order), use Truly Free Dish Soap as a stain treater. Apply the dish soap directly to greasy food stains or makeup smudges on clothing before washing. The formula’s coconut-derived ingredients break down the oils more effectively than many toxic detergents.

11. Make Your Jewelry Sparkle

No need to visit the jeweler or use a jewelry cleaner with questionable ingredients. Clean your jewlery with this homemade recipe and watch them shine.

What you need:

  • 1 cup water
  • 1 sheet aluminum foil
  • 1 tablespoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon baking soda
  • 1 tablespoon Truly Free Home Dish Soap

Directions: 

1. Pour water into a microwave-safe mug or bowl. Heat in the microwave for 1 to 2 minutes.

2. Line the bottom of a cereal bowl with aluminum foil. Pour hot water into the bowl. Add salt, baking soda, and non-toxic dish soap—do not stir. Place jewelry on top of foil. Let soak for 5 to 10 minutes.

3. Rinse jewelry in cool water and dry well with a soft cloth.

The Bottom Line

At the end of the day, the best products are the ones that do more with less, and Truly Free Home’s Dish Soap is proof that clean ingredients can still deliver powerful results. Every drop is designed to make your home safer, your cleaning simpler, and your impact lighter on the planet.

So the next time you reach for your dish soap, remember: it’s not just for dishes, it’s for a cleaner, healthier way of living.


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