Why Your Laundry Routine Needs an Upgrade

Make Laundry Day a Ritual, Not a Chore

If your laundry routine feels like a task you dread - something squeezed between errands or dumped on the floor at 9 p.m. - you’re not alone. But here’s the thing: the way we care for our clothes is also the way we care for ourselves. Before you roll your eyes and say you don’t have time to make laundry feel like self care, or think it’s too good to be true, hear us out. You’re already spending the time folding, so it’s really as simple as a mindset shift. Here are easy ways you can upgrade laundry day into a feel-good ritual that supports your health, your home, and the planet.

At Wishing Well, we believe in romanticizing the mundane moments. Here's why (and how) to turn laundry day into a moment of self-care.

1. Your Skin (and the Planet) Deserve Better Ingredients

Many conventional laundry detergents are packed with harsh chemicals that can linger on your clothes and sheets, which means your skin is exposed to them 24/7. Upgrading your self-care routine starts with switching to a clean laundry detergent - one that’s gentle on skin, safe for sensitive households, and kind to the environment. 

Wishing Well’s formula is made without: 

• SLS/SLES (a commonly used, very irritating surfactant)

• Ethoxylated ingredients (can emit a byproduct called 1,4 Dioxane, a recognized probable human carcinogen)

• Dyes (can cause skin irritation and environmental harm)

• Formaldehyde (a preservative linked to allergic reactions and classified as a probable human carcinogen)

• Parabens (preservatives that may disrupt hormone function and are linked to health concerns)

• Phthalates (used to enhance fragrance but associated with endocrine disruption and reproductive issues)

• Phosphates (contribute to water pollution and harmful algal blooms in aquatic ecosystems)

• Optical brighteners (can cause skin sensitivity and persist in the environment)

• Chlorine bleach (can cause respiratory irritation and forms toxic byproducts)

In addition to removing these less-than-trustworthy chemicals, Wishing Well is also packaged in an eco-friendly aluminum bottle and has an ultra-concentrated formula, which means less plastic and water waste - and it looks cute on your shelf.

2. Laundry Day Is a Chance to Reset

What if laundry didn’t have to feel like a panic chore?

With the right vibe, laundry day can actually be a mini reset. It’s a chance to hit pause, clear some mental clutter, and feel like you’ve got your life slightly more together (even if your inbox still says otherwise).

Try one (or more) of these things to make laundry day more intentional and enjoyable:

• Light a candle, get cozy

• Throw on a feel-good playlist or your go-to podcast

• Channel your favorite home cleaning ASMR influencer

• Use a cute, amazing smelling laundry detergent with an aesthetic bottle (**Wishing Well**)

• While you fold, think of 5 things you’re grateful for

It’s a small part of your day, but treating laundry day like a reset can transform the energy of the chore!

3. Small Rituals = Big Impact

You don’t need to overhaul your whole home to create a feel-good laundry routine. You could do something as simple as reorganizing your laundry space, no matter the size. Small upgrades and good laundry habits go a long way. 

Creating small changes don’t just help your clothes last longer, they reduce waste, save energy, and make your laundry routine feel a little more intentional. 

This may include:

• Using reusable dryer balls instead of dryer sheets

• Using cold water when you can (it’s gentler and more energy-efficient)

• Washing full loads: around 80% full is the sweet spot for optimal cleaning

• Avoiding harsh detergents that break down your wardrobe over time

Treat your clothes well, and they’ll stick around. Plus, no more worn-out fabrics or faded favorites after just a few washes.

Creating little shifts can make a BIG impact and help you approach laundry day like you do skincare: something intentional, relaxing, and satisfying. 

The Bottom Line

Your laundry routine doesn't have to feel like a chore you power through - it should feel like care. For your clothes, your home, and yourself.

When you use clean, thoughtful products like Wishing Well, you’re not just getting fresh laundry. You’re creating space to breathe, reset, and feel good about the choices you make every day.