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Low(er) Tox Swaps
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Elizabeth Keppler
As a mom, I’ve started to really dig into ingredients and understand how harmful some of the everyday stuff that we have in our homes can be. I’ve tried to focus on the “big impact” items, where little changes and swaps might be most meaningful!
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Cleaning
 
Cooking
 
Textiles
 
Laundry
 
Personal Care

Cleaning

 
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I was so nervous that my dishes wouldn’t be as clean, but this has worked ten times better than Cascade!
Truly Free Natural Dishwasher Detergent Powder 12.5oz
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Clorox wipes who?! This is definitely an investment worth making. I use it for everything around the house!
Force of Nature Multi-Purpose Cleaner Bundle
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Consider this a “gateway drug” to low tox mindfulness!
Dr. Bronner's Baby Unscented Liquid Soap 8oz
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I was so worried that I would have to sacrifice clean dishes for harsh chemicals, but this dish soap has proved otherwise!
Palmolive Ultra Dish Soap Pure + Clear 32.5oz
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Cooking

 
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There’s so many pros to using cast iron vs. other pans, especially if anyone in your house needs a little extra iron!
Lodge Seasoned Cast Iron Skillet 10.25"
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Ditching plastic Tupperware is one of the first switches I made!
Ello Duraglass 3.4 Cup 2-Compartment Meal Prep Set
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Ditch plastic cutting boards!
Epicurean Kitchen Series 14.5x11.25 Cutting Board Nutmeg
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Chemical free cookware :)
Sur La Table 10-Pc Stainless Steel Cookware Set
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Textiles

 
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You spend such a large portion of your time in your bed! Choosing organic cotton is ideal.
Bedsure 100% Organic Cotton Queen Sheet Set
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When possible, I prefer to choose clothing that is 100% organic cotton.
Yoofoss Toddler 100% Organic Cotton PJs
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Laundry

 
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Shortens drying time and leaves my clothes feeling super soft!
Wool Dryer Balls Organic XL 6-Pack, Baby Safe
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A good oxi clean swap!
BLUELAND Oxi Laundry Booster Powder, 25 Loads
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This will get practically any stain out
Miss Mouth's Messy Eater Stain Treater Spray 16oz
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Personal Care

 
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Having two kids ages two and under, parasol diapers and wipes are an essential in my house.
RashShield® Protection Diaper Pants
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A little change that can make a big difference (and make your period less stressful).
Saalt Menstrual Cup Small Ocean Blue
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I’ve really loved these wipes for my second baby with super sensitive skin
Parasol Clean+Pure Natural Baby Wipes, 600 Ct
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Such a good swap for Neutrogena Hydrogel
Honest Beauty Hydrogel Cream Hyaluronic Acid 1.7oz
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