# Mineral Detergent Alternatives Terra Wash is an Eco-Friendly Laundry Detergent Replacement By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2019-05-27 | Eco Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ecofriendly-laundry-detergent References: [packagingoftheworld](https://www.packagingoftheworld.com/2019/05/terra-wash.html) & [terrawashcr](https://www.terrawashcr.com/) [Terra Wash](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/milk-bath-soak) is an entirely mineral-based, non-toxic, [eco-friendly laundry detergent replacement](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laundry-detergent-sheets-free-clear) that is cost-effective, naturally antibacterial and free from synthetic chemicals. The innovative product takes the form of a pad containing a high concentration of purified magnesium, which is the fourth most abundant mineral in the human body. The mineral-based laundry detergent alternative makes the most of magnesium's ability to generate hydrogen bubbles that alkalize water to effectively clean articles of clothing and other household textiles. The all-natural, hypoallergenic and [fragrance-free laundry detergent alternative](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/fabric-rinse) is beneficial for helping to save on water and electricity costs and once a laundry cycle has been completed, the low-cost product can be used as a fertilizer and the clean wash water can be used to water plants and doesn't pose a threat to aquatic ecosystems. ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 4.4/10 - Popularity: 33% | Activity: 90% | Freshness: 8% - Audience gender: 10% men, 90% women - Primary generations: Millennial, Gen X - Top markets: South America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Eco](https://www.trendhunter.com/eco) ## Key Themes ### Key Themes Behind This Trend - **Mineral-based Detergents:** The rise of mineral-based detergents as eco-friendly, non-toxic alternatives to traditional laundry detergents. - **Hydrogen Bubble Technology:** The use of hydrogen bubble technology for alkalizing water and effectively cleaning articles of clothing and household textiles. - **Multi-purpose Products:** The trend towards multi-purpose products that can be used as both laundry detergent and fertilizer, reducing waste and promoting sustainability. ### Where This Applies - **Laundry Care:** The laundry care industry can explore the development and marketing of mineral-based, environmentally-friendly laundry detergents. - **Water Conservation:** The water conservation industry can benefit from the adoption of hydrogen bubble technology to reduce water usage in laundry systems. - **Sustainable Agriculture:** The sustainable agriculture industry can capitalize on the use of low-cost detergent alternatives as fertilizers, promoting eco-friendly practices. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Free-From Laundry Detergents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/nonbio-laundry-powder.md) - [Free-From Laundry Detergents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/dinobi-detergent.md) - [Eco-Friendly Household Cleaning Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/leaf-mineral.md) - [Sustainability-Focused Laundry Detergents](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/laundry-soda.md) - [Premium Sustainable Garment Care](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/celsious.md) - [Concentrated Laundry Solutions](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/ec3-laundry-additive.md) - [Low-Waste Detergent Sheets](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/clean-laundry-detergent.md) - [Plastic-Free Laundry Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/oxi-laundry-booster.md) - [Sports-Inspired Laundry Products](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/arbour-1.md)