# Soap-Free Laundry The BioWashBall Uses Ceramic Beads to Wash Clothes By Katie Cordrey | Published 2010-02-21 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clean-laundry-without-soap References: [envirogadget](http://www.envirogadget.com/home-gadgets/biowashball-washing-your-clothes-without-detergent/) & [secretstohomedecoratingsuccess](http://secretstohomedecoratingsuccess.com/blog/bio-wash-ball-wash-your-clothes-without-detergent/) The BioWashBall lets you [wash clothes without laundry detergent](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dylon-detergent). Instead, it uses special negative ion-releasing ceramic beads inside the ball to weaken the ability of dirt to hang onto fabric. The wash water’s pH level also rises in response to the BioWashBall. Higher pH plus negative ions help release dirt from clothing. The BioWashBall can be recharged by placing it in bright sunlight for 2 hours each month. It can be once a day for 3 years without losing efficacy. Because the BioWashBall doesn’t use [soap, chemicals or perfumes](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/charlies-soap-1), it is good for those who have [allergies](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/eczemafriendly-laundry-detergent). [Video Link](http://www.patch-haopi.co.uk/default.aspx?ProReference=BiowashBall) ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 2.4/10 - Popularity: 19% | Activity: 44% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### What's Driving This Trend - **Soap-free Laundry:** Opportunity for disruptive innovation in the laundry industry by eliminating the need for laundry detergent. - **Negative Ion Technology:** Emerging trend in laundry technology that utilizes negative ions to weaken dirt's ability to cling to fabric. - **Chemical-free Cleaning:** Growing demand for chemical-free laundry solutions that cater to individuals with allergies. ### Who This Affects Most - **Laundry:** Opportunity for companies to develop soap-free laundry products to cater to environmentally-conscious consumers. - **Cleaning:** Disruptive innovation potential in the cleaning industry by introducing chemical-free laundry solutions. - **Personal Care:** Opportunity to create laundry products for individuals with allergies and sensitivities, offering a safer and more sustainable cleaning option. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Plastic-Free Laundry Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oxi-laundry-booster.md) - [Free-From Laundry Detergents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nonbio-laundry-powder.md) - [Sustainable Laundry Detergent Sheets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/sustainable-laundry-detergent-sheet.md) - [Free-From Laundry Detergents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dinobi-detergent.md) - [All-Natural Bamboo Washing Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/bamboo-washing-machine.md) - [Eco-Friendly Dryer Balls](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/brightly.md) - [Multipurpose Portable Washing Machines](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/wonertool-portable-washing-machine.md) - [Premium Sustainable Garment Care](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/celsious.md) - [Gym Gear-Specific Laundry Pods](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/gymspin.md)