Never thought a dish brush could be considered elegant? Think again. This handmade one has a long, ergonomic handle, so it can dig into smaller vessels like tumblers and juice glasses, but the head also detaches for when you need more scrubbing power. And the natural fiber bristles don’t fall out unlike those on some other natural brushes, so it’s a real workhorse. When the brush wears out, you can replace it, too. Plus, it has a useful metal hook at the end so you can hang it to save space.

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You won’t mind doing dishes when you have liquid dish soap as stunning as this. Made in France, this liquid cuts through grease and grime instantly without leaving a pesky film like other soaps can. It’s made with Marseille soap, known for its natural composition, and organic olive oil—so it won’t dry out your hands as you scrub either. Plus, it looks lovely sitting on any countertop, thanks to the elegant packaging. Plus, it comes in the most heavenly scents: refreshing sage basil, floral grapefruit rose and bright mint citrus.

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You won’t mind doing dishes when you have this jewel-like soap bar on your counter. Made with natural ingredients in France, it gets sudsy instantly and it doesn’t leave a filmy residue on the dishes like other soaps can. It’s tough on dish dirt, but gentle on your hands—as it’s made from Marseille soap with organic olive oil. Plus, it comes in fully recyclable packaging and the most heavenly scents: refreshing lemon mint, floral grapefruit rose and bright sage basil.

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Handcrafted in small batches using nearly a century’s worth of knowledge, this producer’s brushes are the creme de la creme of their collection. The vegetable brush has two sets of fibers—sturdy vegetable Tampico fibers and softer Bassine fibers from the palmyra palm—so you can use the same tool to clean delicate tomatoes and rougher potatoes. The brush’s handle is made from French beechwood and heat-treated ash, both sustainably harvested from local forests. We love its minimalist, rustic design that’s evocative of the brushes the producer’s grandmother used to use and how long it lasts compared to other popular vegetable brushes.

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Once you've tried these patented foam sponges, you'll never go back to regular kitchen sponges again. Unlike most brands which are made from plant cellulose—a magnet for bacteria and mold—Skura Style Sponges are made with a fast-drying polyurethane foam and treated with an antimicrobial agent that discourages the growth of odor-causing bacteria. They also keep their shape over time and don't degrade or smell the way conventional sponges do. The scouring side is highly effective for scrubbing (we recommend using a lighter hand on your nonstick pans), while the soft surface is very even, which means excellent surface contact for wiping up messes. The pattern on the sponges will fade over time, but this is actually a perk: The Fade-To-Change® technology is an indicator that it is time to replace the sponge.

A staple in Japanese homes for over 100 years, these traditional tools made from tightly bound palm fibers are used primarily for cleaning fruits and vegetables as well as pots and pans without damaging their surfaces. Each brush is carefully tied and finished by hand and comes with a metal drying hook. The brushes bristles soften slightly when wet and are easily rinsed when you’re done cleaning. And the thing we love most about this brush is the smaller size— not only is it easier to grip, but smaller means it can better reach nooks and crannies. It’s tough on cooked-on food, but gentle enough to use on glass, enamel, nonstick, clay, cast iron and carbon steel surfaces. It can also be used with just warm water to scrub natural clay cookware that generally should not be cleaned with soap (so the soap smell doesn’t get absorbed by the porous clay). We recommend using a wash basin and solid soap (if you need to use soap for dishes and such) to create the best lather. Some discoloration of the dishwater is natural and will wash away cleanly. Set of two.

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Available in two scents, this biodegradable dish soap is pleasant to use as much for its aroma as its stylish wine bottle packaging. The lavender scent contains 100% essential oil, sourced from an organic lavender farm in Oregon, with a touch of fir needle. The grapefruit version is a fresher and stronger scent than its lavender counterpart, with a hint of sweetness from added verbena. Keep the elegant bottle next to your kitchen sink for all your dishwashing needs or gift to a loved one.

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Knapp's Cast Iron Wax is incredibly easy to apply and makes seasoning your cast-iron cookware a breeze. Liquid cooking oils will get the job done but tend to make a mess, and it's hard to control how much oil you add at a time. Knapp's food-safe blend of grapeseed oil, canola oil and beeswax is solid at room temperature, so you have perfect control. Simply scoop up what you need and apply a thin, even layer to cast-iron cookware—just be careful not to over-apply, or your pan will become sticky.

No more worrying about sharp metal bristles that might scratch or fall into your grill or melted nylon bristles that can melt with too much heat: Kona's grill brush features a helix-coiled scrubber made of stainless steel wire, so it's highly effective for thick gas grill grates and thin charcoal grates as well as gentle enough for any material, even ceramic kamado grills. And the contoured handle is comfortable to hold with both hands, with nonslip textured finger grips to prevent slipping. Plus, it's equipped with a sturdy steel scraper to tackle even the toughest cooked on food.

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Reusable, compostable and multifunctional, Wet-It Dishcloths are an amazing alternative to both paper towels and sponges. Made only with cellulose pulp and cotton, the thick sheets are stiff when dry—almost like cardboard—and soften into cloths that can absorb up to 16 times their weight in liquid. Unlike paper towels, Wet-It Dishcloths can be washed and reused (about 6 months with regular use). Plus, they are effective at scrubbing stubborn messes but not abrasive, so they won't damage surfaces. And unlike sponges, the towels are thin and flexible enough to reach into tight corners and irregular shapes. We also like their charming designs—choose between a Radish, Carrot and/or Artichoke pattern or set of 3 summer fruits all of which use natural colorfast inks that won't fade.

In addition to being highly durable and effective, Wet-It Dishcloths are ridiculously easy to keep clean in a wide variety of methods: Wash them in the washing machine and dryer with the rest of your laundry; add them to the top rack of your dishwasher; soak them in a boiling pot of water; or wet the cloths then microwave for three minutes to sanitize.