Hygiene and Home

Soaps and cleaning products in the Hygiene and Home category include hand and body soaps as well as kitchen, bathroom, and laundry detergents. All come from the Czech manufacturer Palacio: soaps from the PALACIO line and cannabellum, and detergents from the EcoCannabis home line. Below we explain the differences between these forms and what to look for in the composition.

Liquid Soap or Bar Soap

Liquid soaps come in 500 ml bottles, mostly with a dispensing pump. The washing base is a mild detergent, not classic soap: at the top of the list are Sodium Laureth Sulfate and Cocamidopropyl Betaine.

PALACIO bars weigh 100 g and are available in hemp and lavender versions. In their composition, the manufacturer combines classic soap, which is fatty acid salts (Sodium Stearate, Sodium Laurate), with glycerin and the addition of detergents. The bar does not require a plastic bottle.

Variants of Liquid Soaps

PALACIO liquid soaps share a common washing base but differ in additives. The hemp soap and the Cannabis Rosmarinus version contain a derivative of hemp seed oil, the Dead Sea soap has sea salt and algae extract, and the argan version contains a derivative of argan oil. Cannabis Rosmarinus has a rosemary scent.

The creamy lavender soap contains powdered yogurt and extracts from chamomile, marigold, sage, nettle, and birch, while the goat milk soap contains extracts from goat milk and honey. The snake venom in the name refers to the synthetic peptide SYN-AKE, not venom taken from an animal. The cannabellum PureClean soap contains cannabidiol and green tea extract.

Dishwashing Liquids and Universal Cleaner

EcoCannabis is a line of home detergents with oil and extract from hemp. The dishwashing liquid is available in 500 ml and 1000 ml bottles, while the universal cleaner comes in a 1000 ml bottle, suitable for floors, tiles, and other washable surfaces. The manufacturer states that natural ingredients make up 96% of the formula, with no added dyes.

You apply the dishwashing liquid to a sponge or directly onto the dishes and rinse with water. The universal cleaner is diluted in a ratio of 60 ml, or two caps, to 5 l of water, and for smaller stains, it can be applied undiluted to a cloth. Do not mix it with other cleaning agents.

Washing Gels

There are two EcoCannabis gels for laundry, each 1.5 l. The universal gel is intended for white and colored fabrics, while Fresh is for colored and dark fabrics, both suitable for washing at low and medium temperatures. The Fresh gel contains 5% to 15% anionic surfactants, which is significantly more than the dishwashing liquids, where each group of detergents constitutes less than 5%.

Before washing, sort items by color, degree of soiling, and type of fiber, and do not overdose the gel. For tougher stains, the manufacturer recommends applying the gel directly and waiting a moment before starting the washing machine.

Soaps and Cleaning Products: How to Read Labels and Ingredients

On detergents, the composition is given in groups of ingredients with a percentage range, for example, below 5% or from 5% to 15%. Soaps must follow the INCI list, where the order reflects the proportion of the ingredient. Hemp oil appears in PALACIO soaps as Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil Glycereth-8 Esters, which is a derivative of the oil, not pure oil.

Check for preservatives and fragrance. PALACIO liquid soaps and cannabellum contain Methylchloroisothiazolinone and Methylisothiazolinone, while the Fresh gel has a label warning that it may cause skin allergic reactions and causes serious eye irritation. The dishwashing liquids and universal cleaner are preserved with sodium benzoate.

Creams, balms, and shower gels can be found in the Cosmetics category, and we describe the entire manufacturer’s line in the guide to Palacio hemp cosmetics.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is hemp oil in soap the same as CBD?

No. Most soaps contain a derivative of hemp seed oil, which serves as a moisturizing ingredient. Cannabidiol, or CBD, is only listed in the ingredients of the cannabellum PureClean soap. In PALACIO soaps, the oil derivative appears in the INCI list under the name Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil Glycereth-8 Esters.

What is the difference between the 500 ml and 1000 ml dishwashing liquid?

Only the capacity. Both bottles have the same composition: three groups of detergents, each below 5%, oil and extract from hemp, a fragrance composition, and sodium benzoate as a preservative. The method of use is the same: apply the liquid to a sponge or directly onto the dishes and rinse with water.

Which washing gel should I choose for white items?

The universal EcoCannabis gel, as it is intended for washing white and colored items. The Fresh gel is directed towards colored and dark fabrics and is described as protecting color intensity. Both have 1.5 l and are suitable for washing at low and medium temperatures.

Bar soap or liquid soap?

Both forms clean, but they differ in base and packaging. The bar combines classic soap with detergents and does not require a plastic bottle. Liquid soap with a pump is easier to dose at the sink and in the kitchen. Bars weigh 100 g, while bottles contain 500 ml.

Are EcoCannabis detergents vegan?

EcoCannabis is a line of home detergents with oil and extract from hemp. The dishwashing liquids, universal cleaner, and Fresh gel are described by the manufacturer as vegan-friendly and dermatologically tested, with 96% natural ingredients and no added dyes. After use, you can recycle the bottle or reuse it.