It can be used for washing by hand and by washing machines. Soaptreez laundry liquid is designed in such a way that it can be used in both front loading and top-loading washing machines. Since it contains fabric softener, no additional fabric softener is required. Soaptreez laundry liquid contains natural antimicrobial agent which removes the germs from your clothes. Being a liquid, it does not clog the washing machine tubes and drain outlets. So it minimizes cleaning the washing machine often. Since it contains natural ingredients, it is biodegradable. So it is safe for our waterways and so it is eco friendly too