The only thing that actually goes "away" when you throw it away are compostable items. Otherwise, your trash will take thousands of years to decompose. And that's true for the cleaning chemicals you use, too. They never simply go "away," they get washed into our water systems, released into natural rivers and streams, or absorbed [...]
Commercial laundry products can be incredibly toxic to humans, containing various ingredients that cause a world of harm. Sodium lauryl sulfate (SLS), for one, can inflame eyes, skin, and lungs, and even damage internal organs. Another common ingredient, phosphates, has been linked to cardiovascular disease, osteoporosis, and even death (not to mention mineral poisoning in [...]
Did you know that adding bleach to your laundry at the wrong time can lower the effectiveness of both the bleach and the detergent? Not only is bleach tricky to use, but it's a harsh chemical that can harm your health and damage certain clothing materials. Bleach may be good at removing stains when used properly, [...]
Does it seem like you're hearing more and more about organic cleaning products? This may seem like a new craze, but the truth is that many green brands started back in the 1980s. As we're moving through the 21st century (and everyone is becoming more health-conscious), there are more natural cleaning products brands than ever [...]
One out of every three chemical cleaning products contains ingredients that are known to cause environmental or human health problems. Additionally, the chemicals found in most household cleaners are up to three times more likely to cause cancer than the air outside. Those statistics alone are compelling enough to encourage many people to make the [...]
You're going crazy because it's there. It's right there in front of you. The dirt and mess is right in front of you, and you are just itching to clean it all up. However, you ran out of some of your cleaning supplies. Don't worry, turn to your baking supplies. You might be wondering how [...]
Recently, we've seen an influx of people gravitate away from chemical-filled products. From the body sprays we wear to the food we eat, we go to great lengths to avoid these dangerous substances. Unsurprisingly, the household products we use are also filled with toxic substances. Carcinogens flood through our cleaning products, and that's just the beginning. Green [...]
You already know your home needs some special attention. When was the last time you cleaned out your pantry shelves, wiped baseboards or ceiling fans? But, when exactly are you supposed to find time to do these chores when you’re busy holding down a job, running errands and carpooling kids to soccer practice? Outsource those house [...]
