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Wash up smartly and use less water

Save water and clean the dishes in no time

What is the right water temperature for washing the dishes?
Do I save water when washing dishes by hand?
How much washing-up liquid should I use?

The Dishwashing Lotion Aloe Vera is very effective for washing dishes by hand and is particularly gentle on the skin.

The Dishwashing Aloe Vera bag is 100% recyclable and enables to reduce by 56% the quantity of plastic if you buy 2 bottles.

If you wash your dishes by hand, you should pay attention to the amount of water you use. Because if you let the water run the whole time, you'll use a lot of it very quickly. Here are a few tips for how you can be more environmentally friendly when washing the dishes.

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What is the right water temperature for washing the dishes?

You don't necessarily need hot water to wash the dishes properly. Of course you cut through grease faster with hot water, but lukewarm water is just as thorough as well as more energy-efficient. There is no reason why you shouldn't generally do your dishes using lukewarm water and a splash of washing-up liquid, such as the Dishwashing Lotion Aloe Vera from Rainett.

How much washing-up liquid should I use?

"Less is more" – the specified amount is sufficient for clean dishes. You don't need to add more washing-up liquid, even when all the foam is gone. It still cleans just as well. When the bottle is empty, go for a refill bag next time. The Dishwashing Lotion Aloe Vera comes in a refill bag, which is 100% recyclable and enables to reduce by 56% the quantity of plastic in comparison to two 500ml bottles.

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Do I save water when washing dishes by hand?

To avoid doing the dishes under running water and using a lot of water, fill your sink with lukewarm water and add the recommended amount of washing-up liquid. Wash your dishes in the sink and briefly rinse them with cold water to remove soap residue.