2026 Winners Announced

Natural Dish Soap – Koala Eco

GOLD + EDITOR'S CHOICE
Best Natural Cleaning Product 2026

$14.95

Natural Lemon Myrtle & Mandarin Dish Soap is a biodegradable, eco-friendly, plant-derived formula made with Australian essential oils. It cleans dishes, pots and pans, removes harmful food-borne bacteria, deodorises and cuts through grease and food residue without toxic chemicals.

Formulated with excellent clean ingredients. Plant-based. Biodegradable. Septic safe. No synthetic fragrance.
Koala Eco is certified Vegan and not tested on animals. Products contain no synthetic fragrance or toxic ingredients, using only plant derived and pure essential oils. All staff are invited to spend two hours per week connecting with nature during company time. The brand employs and celebrates diversity in the workplace. Products are made in Australia.
Koala Eco uses plant-based, biodegradable and septic safe ingredients. Its plastic bottles are made from Australian curbside recycled plastic and are recyclable and refillable. The brand offers Refills and Concentrates to increase efficiency and reduce shipping. Koala Eco also supports Repurpose Global.
Koala Eco supports 1% for the Planet, sponsors nature expeditions for the Critters program—an initiative that takes at-risk youth on nature experiences—and supports Repurpose Global.

Product Reviews by Experts


This product smells divine and works beautifully, foams up well and cleans really well. I love that the ingredients are non-toxic and safe for both my family and my septic system! I love that their products are plant-based, Australian made, refillable, and designed with less waste in mind. Using recycled plastic, biodegradable ingredients, and concentrates that reduce shipping is fab. Love the fact they avoid synthetic fragrances and toxic ingredients, keeping things simple and plant-derived instead. Supporting environmental initiatives, giving staff time to connect with nature, and backing programs for at-risk youth feels genuine.


Lemon myrtle is one of the highest naturally occurring sources of citral – the compound responsible for its antibacterial efficacy – and Koala Eco’s use of Australian-sourced lemon myrtle gives this product genuine antimicrobial credibility beyond the scent. The biodegradable, greywater and septic safe formulation is designed for the full lifecycle of the water leaving your sink, not just the moment of cleaning. The bottles are made from 100% post-consumer recycled Australian kerbside plastic – a closed-loop Australian recycling story that’s more meaningful than simply using recycled materials sourced internationally. It’s concentrated, with approximately 43 washes per 500ml, which is strong value and minimises packaging waste per use. Koala Eco’s 1% for the Planet membership and support for Repurpose Global both reflect a commitment to environmental accountability that goes beyond internal operations into systemic change. The Critters program sponsorship – funding nature expeditions for at-risk youth – represents genuine community social responsibility that connects their nature-inspired brand identity to real-world purpose. The staff nature connection hours (two hours per week to connect with nature on company time) is an unusual and genuinely values-embedded employment practice that speaks to authenticity.


The dish soap cleans really well and easily cuts through grease without using harsh chemicals. I love the fresh Lemon Myrtle and Mandarin scent from the natural essential oils, and I appreciate that it is plant-based, biodegradable and made by a company that genuinely cares about the environment. I am impressed by the brand’s genuine commitment to sustainability and giving back. I appreciate that they use biodegradable ingredients, recycled and refillable packaging, and support initiatives such as 1% for the Planet and Repurpose Global. It is also great to see a company that values diversity, encourages its staff to connect with nature, and supports programs that provide positive experiences for at-risk youth.

Natural Dish Soap – Koala Eco
$14.95
Review This product smells divine and works beautifully, foams up well and cleans really well. I love that the ingredients are non-toxic and safe for both my family and my septic system! I love that their products are plant-based, Australian made, refillable, and designed with less waste in mind. Using recycled plastic, biodegradable ingredients, and concentrates that reduce shipping is fab. Love the fact they avoid synthetic fragrances and toxic ingredients, keeping things simple and plant-derived instead. Supporting environmental initiatives, giving staff time to connect with nature, and backing programs for at-risk youth feels genuine.

–Shan Cooper

Review Lemon myrtle is one of the highest naturally occurring sources of citral – the compound responsible for its antibacterial efficacy – and Koala Eco’s use of Australian-sourced lemon myrtle gives this product genuine antimicrobial credibility beyond the scent. The biodegradable, greywater and septic safe formulation is designed for the full lifecycle of the water leaving your sink, not just the moment of cleaning. The bottles are made from 100% post-consumer recycled Australian kerbside plastic – a closed-loop Australian recycling story that’s more meaningful than simply using recycled materials sourced internationally. It’s concentrated, with approximately 43 washes per 500ml, which is strong value and minimises packaging waste per use. Koala Eco’s 1% for the Planet membership and support for Repurpose Global both reflect a commitment to environmental accountability that goes beyond internal operations into systemic change. The Critters program sponsorship – funding nature expeditions for at-risk youth – represents genuine community social responsibility that connects their nature-inspired brand identity to real-world purpose. The staff nature connection hours (two hours per week to connect with nature on company time) is an unusual and genuinely values-embedded employment practice that speaks to authenticity.

–Olivia Jackson

Review The dish soap cleans really well and easily cuts through grease without using harsh chemicals. I love the fresh Lemon Myrtle and Mandarin scent from the natural essential oils, and I appreciate that it is plant-based, biodegradable and made by a company that genuinely cares about the environment. I am impressed by the brand’s genuine commitment to sustainability and giving back. I appreciate that they use biodegradable ingredients, recycled and refillable packaging, and support initiatives such as 1% for the Planet and Repurpose Global. It is also great to see a company that values diversity, encourages its staff to connect with nature, and supports programs that provide positive experiences for at-risk youth.

–Amelia Davatzis

Natural Lemon Myrtle & Mandarin Dish Soap is a biodegradable, eco-friendly, plant-derived formula made with Australian essential oils. It cleans dishes, pots and pans, removes harmful food-borne bacteria, deodorises and cuts through grease and food residue without toxic chemicals.
$14.95
Review This product smells divine and works beautifully, foams up well and cleans really well. I love that the ingredients are non-toxic and safe for both my family and my septic system! I love that their products are plant-based, Australian made, refillable, and designed with less waste in mind. Using recycled plastic, biodegradable ingredients, and concentrates that reduce shipping is fab. Love the fact they avoid synthetic fragrances and toxic ingredients, keeping things simple and plant-derived instead. Supporting environmental initiatives, giving staff time to connect with nature, and backing programs for at-risk youth feels genuine.

–Shan Cooper

Review Lemon myrtle is one of the highest naturally occurring sources of citral – the compound responsible for its antibacterial efficacy – and Koala Eco’s use of Australian-sourced lemon myrtle gives this product genuine antimicrobial credibility beyond the scent. The biodegradable, greywater and septic safe formulation is designed for the full lifecycle of the water leaving your sink, not just the moment of cleaning. The bottles are made from 100% post-consumer recycled Australian kerbside plastic – a closed-loop Australian recycling story that’s more meaningful than simply using recycled materials sourced internationally. It’s concentrated, with approximately 43 washes per 500ml, which is strong value and minimises packaging waste per use. Koala Eco’s 1% for the Planet membership and support for Repurpose Global both reflect a commitment to environmental accountability that goes beyond internal operations into systemic change. The Critters program sponsorship – funding nature expeditions for at-risk youth – represents genuine community social responsibility that connects their nature-inspired brand identity to real-world purpose. The staff nature connection hours (two hours per week to connect with nature on company time) is an unusual and genuinely values-embedded employment practice that speaks to authenticity.

–Olivia Jackson

Review The dish soap cleans really well and easily cuts through grease without using harsh chemicals. I love the fresh Lemon Myrtle and Mandarin scent from the natural essential oils, and I appreciate that it is plant-based, biodegradable and made by a company that genuinely cares about the environment. I am impressed by the brand’s genuine commitment to sustainability and giving back. I appreciate that they use biodegradable ingredients, recycled and refillable packaging, and support initiatives such as 1% for the Planet and Repurpose Global. It is also great to see a company that values diversity, encourages its staff to connect with nature, and supports programs that provide positive experiences for at-risk youth.

–Amelia Davatzis

Natural Lemon Myrtle & Mandarin Dish Soap is a biodegradable, eco-friendly, plant-derived formula made with Australian essential oils. It cleans dishes, pots and pans, removes harmful food-borne bacteria, deodorises and cuts through grease and food residue without toxic chemicals.
Review This product smells divine and works beautifully, foams up well and cleans really well. I love that the ingredients are non-toxic and safe for both my family and my septic system! I love that their products are plant-based, Australian made, refillable, and designed with less waste in mind. Using recycled plastic, biodegradable ingredients, and concentrates that reduce shipping is fab. Love the fact they avoid synthetic fragrances and toxic ingredients, keeping things simple and plant-derived instead. Supporting environmental initiatives, giving staff time to connect with nature, and backing programs for at-risk youth feels genuine.

–Shan Cooper

Review Lemon myrtle is one of the highest naturally occurring sources of citral – the compound responsible for its antibacterial efficacy – and Koala Eco’s use of Australian-sourced lemon myrtle gives this product genuine antimicrobial credibility beyond the scent. The biodegradable, greywater and septic safe formulation is designed for the full lifecycle of the water leaving your sink, not just the moment of cleaning. The bottles are made from 100% post-consumer recycled Australian kerbside plastic – a closed-loop Australian recycling story that’s more meaningful than simply using recycled materials sourced internationally. It’s concentrated, with approximately 43 washes per 500ml, which is strong value and minimises packaging waste per use. Koala Eco’s 1% for the Planet membership and support for Repurpose Global both reflect a commitment to environmental accountability that goes beyond internal operations into systemic change. The Critters program sponsorship – funding nature expeditions for at-risk youth – represents genuine community social responsibility that connects their nature-inspired brand identity to real-world purpose. The staff nature connection hours (two hours per week to connect with nature on company time) is an unusual and genuinely values-embedded employment practice that speaks to authenticity.

–Olivia Jackson

Review The dish soap cleans really well and easily cuts through grease without using harsh chemicals. I love the fresh Lemon Myrtle and Mandarin scent from the natural essential oils, and I appreciate that it is plant-based, biodegradable and made by a company that genuinely cares about the environment. I am impressed by the brand’s genuine commitment to sustainability and giving back. I appreciate that they use biodegradable ingredients, recycled and refillable packaging, and support initiatives such as 1% for the Planet and Repurpose Global. It is also great to see a company that values diversity, encourages its staff to connect with nature, and supports programs that provide positive experiences for at-risk youth.

–Amelia Davatzis

Natural Dish Soap – Koala Eco
Natural Lemon Myrtle & Mandarin Dish Soap is a biodegradable, eco-friendly, plant-derived formula made with Australian essential oils. It cleans dishes, pots and pans, removes harmful food-borne bacteria, deodorises and cuts through grease and food residue without toxic chemicals.
Review This product smells divine and works beautifully, foams up well and cleans really well. I love that the ingredients are non-toxic and safe for both my family and my septic system! I love that their products are plant-based, Australian made, refillable, and designed with less waste in mind. Using recycled plastic, biodegradable ingredients, and concentrates that reduce shipping is fab. Love the fact they avoid synthetic fragrances and toxic ingredients, keeping things simple and plant-derived instead. Supporting environmental initiatives, giving staff time to connect with nature, and backing programs for at-risk youth feels genuine.

–Shan Cooper

Review Lemon myrtle is one of the highest naturally occurring sources of citral – the compound responsible for its antibacterial efficacy – and Koala Eco’s use of Australian-sourced lemon myrtle gives this product genuine antimicrobial credibility beyond the scent. The biodegradable, greywater and septic safe formulation is designed for the full lifecycle of the water leaving your sink, not just the moment of cleaning. The bottles are made from 100% post-consumer recycled Australian kerbside plastic – a closed-loop Australian recycling story that’s more meaningful than simply using recycled materials sourced internationally. It’s concentrated, with approximately 43 washes per 500ml, which is strong value and minimises packaging waste per use. Koala Eco’s 1% for the Planet membership and support for Repurpose Global both reflect a commitment to environmental accountability that goes beyond internal operations into systemic change. The Critters program sponsorship – funding nature expeditions for at-risk youth – represents genuine community social responsibility that connects their nature-inspired brand identity to real-world purpose. The staff nature connection hours (two hours per week to connect with nature on company time) is an unusual and genuinely values-embedded employment practice that speaks to authenticity.

–Olivia Jackson

Review The dish soap cleans really well and easily cuts through grease without using harsh chemicals. I love the fresh Lemon Myrtle and Mandarin scent from the natural essential oils, and I appreciate that it is plant-based, biodegradable and made by a company that genuinely cares about the environment. I am impressed by the brand’s genuine commitment to sustainability and giving back. I appreciate that they use biodegradable ingredients, recycled and refillable packaging, and support initiatives such as 1% for the Planet and Repurpose Global. It is also great to see a company that values diversity, encourages its staff to connect with nature, and supports programs that provide positive experiences for at-risk youth.

–Amelia Davatzis

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