It’s a gentler and more environmentally friendly alternative to classic bleach since it doesn’t contain chlorine.

Keep reading for a complete list of ways you could use oxygen bleach throughout your home.

What Is Oxygen Bleach?

Illustration showing the uses for oxygen bleach

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Oxygen bleach is a plant-derived product made from sodium percarbonate andhydrogen peroxide.

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To activate its stain-fighting properties, oxygen bleach needs to be combined with warm water.

Front view of oxygen bleach container

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Once you notice the stain is gone, rinse and wash the item as usual.

Brighten White Laundry

Brightenwhite laundry itemsby adding one to two tablespoons of oxygen bleach to a load.

The oxygen bleach will remove stains as well as odors effectively.

Using oxygen bleach to remove laundry stains

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Soaking white laundry in oxygen bleach solution to brighten it

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Using oxygen bleach to clean a kitchen countertop surface

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Using oxygen bleach to clean a wood cutting board

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Using oxygen bleach spray to disinfect a toilet bowl

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Using oxygen bleach to clean tile frout

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