Last reviewed and verified: June 2026
Modere Fabric Softener: vegetable-derived plant-based softness for Australian laundry
The wellness verdict
Modere Fabric Softener is a 500ml plant-based fabric softener formulated with a vegetable-derived cationic softener that gives clothes softness while being gentle on the environment. Part of the Modere Green Home clean-ingredient household range. Back at Shaklee Australia. 100% money-back guarantee.
Vegetable-derived cationic softener — soft clothes, gentle on the environment
The AU description is specific: the vegetable-derived cationic softener gives your clothes softness and is gentle on the environment. Plant-sourced softening agent rather than petrochemical-derived alternatives.
Clean-label laundry care — extends Modere’s philosophy to the washing machine
The Modere Green Home range extends the same clean-ingredient thinking from nutrition and personal care to household cleaning. The fabric softener is the laundry component of a complete clean-ingredient household system.
500ml — Modere Green Home, back at Shaklee Australia
An easy, affordable clean swap for the laundry. 500ml. 100% money-back guarantee.
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What’s in conventional fabric softener — and why it matters
Conventional fabric softeners are among the most chemically complex household products — typically containing petrochemical-derived quaternary ammonium compounds (quats), synthetic fragrances (often dozens of undisclosed chemicals), and preservatives. These ingredients remain on fabric fibres after washing, and the synthetic fragrances in particular are a common source of skin irritation and respiratory sensitivity, particularly in infants, young children and people with eczema or asthma.
Modere Fabric Softener uses a vegetable-derived cationic softener — the same fabric-softening mechanism (cationic molecules depositing on fibres to reduce friction and static) but from plant-sourced ingredients rather than petrochemical quat compounds. For households that have already switched to cleaner nutrition and personal care products, the laundry is often the last room to get attention. This product makes that switch easy.
Formula features (AU official description)
| Feature | What it means |
|---|---|
| Vegetable-derived cationic softener | The active softening agent from plant sources; positively charged molecules deposit on negatively charged fabric fibres, reducing inter-fibre friction to create softness and reduce static |
| Gentle on the environment | Plant-derived ingredients with better environmental profile than petrochemical alternatives; consistent with Modere’s Green Home philosophy |
| 500ml size | Practical laundry size for regular household use |
How vegetable-derived fabric softener works
Cationic softening during the rinse cycle
Cationic surfactants have a positive charge. Fabric fibres have a negative charge. During the rinse cycle, the positively charged softener molecules deposit on the fabric surface, reducing the friction between fibres when they move against each other.
Soft feel and reduced static
Reduced inter-fibre friction creates the softness you feel when touching the laundered fabric. Static electricity is also reduced because the softener molecules interrupt the charge build-up that causes static cling — particularly relevant for synthetic fabrics.
Plant-derived rather than petrochemical
The vegetable-derived source means the same softening mechanism from ingredients with a cleaner origin. Plant-derived quats biodegrade more readily than their petrochemical equivalents.
What to expect
Immediately
Clothes and fabrics are noticeably softer after the first wash with fabric softener. Static reduction is also immediate on the first use with synthetic fabric blends.
Regular use
Regular use maintains the softness of fabrics wash-over-wash. For households with sensitive skin, the switch to a cleaner formula fabric softener can reduce fabric-related skin irritation over time.
Tips for Modere Fabric Softener
Do not use on towels if possible
Fabric softener reduces water absorbency in towels over time by coating the fibres. If you use towels for drying, consider omitting fabric softener on towel loads or using it only occasionally.
Use as directed — add to the softener compartment
Add to the fabric softener dispenser compartment in your machine (not directly on clothes) so it is released during the rinse cycle, not the wash cycle where it would be washed away.
Pair with Modere Laundry products for a complete clean-ingredient laundry system
Modere Fabric Softener is part of the Green Home range alongside the Modere Laundry products — a full clean-ingredient laundry system for Australian households.
Safety
Household laundry product for fabric softening use.
Sensitive skin. The plant-based formula is generally better tolerated than conventional petrochemical fabric softeners, but if you have known contact allergies, check the current AU label for fragrance content before use.
Towels and sportswear. Fabric softener reduces moisture absorption in towels and can affect the wicking properties of technical sportswear. Use selectively on these items.
Not for consumption. Household product; keep out of reach of children.
Always read the label and keep out of reach of children.
FAQ — Modere Fabric Softener Australia
What is Modere Fabric Softener?
A 500ml laundry fabric softener formulated with a vegetable-derived cationic softener that gives clothes softness while being gentle on the environment. Part of the Modere Green Home clean-ingredient household range.
What is a vegetable-derived cationic softener?
Cationic surfactants are the active ingredient in all fabric softeners — they work by depositing positively charged molecules onto negatively charged fabric fibres, reducing friction between fibres and creating the softness and static reduction that fabric softeners are known for. Vegetable-derived cationic softeners deliver this effect from plant-sourced ingredients rather than petrochemical-derived alternatives.
Is it gentle on the environment?
Yes — the AU description specifically states it is gentle on the environment. The vegetable-derived formula is consistent with Modere’s clean-ingredient household philosophy.
Is it suitable for sensitive skin?
The plant-based, clean-ingredient formula is generally considered more suitable for sensitive skin than conventional fabric softeners with synthetic fragrances and petrochemical softening agents. Check the current AU label for fragrance content.
How do I use it?
Add to the fabric softener compartment of your washing machine or to the final rinse. Check the current AU label for dosage and machine-specific guidance.
Postage?
Flat rate $12 Australia-wide, free over $200. Ships from Sydney.
Cost?
Retail $14.95, member $12.70 AUD (save $2.25). GST inclusive.
Guarantee?
100% money-back guarantee.
Pricing & Perks
Retail: $14.95 | Member: $12.70 (save $2.25) AUD, GST inclusive.
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