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Non-toxic/Less-toxic Swaps for the Home
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items We’ve made a lot of changes in our household to help our overall health and reduce exposure to harmful substances. Know that this list isn’t perfect and I’m still learning, but do feel these have made a positive change to mine and my family’s health!...
We’ve been using this AquaTru Classic Smart Countertop Water Filtration Purification System while renting for the last few years. It filters for for PFAS & other contaminants with exclusive iltra reverse osmosis technology. When we have a permane...
AquaTru Water Purification Systems
We LOVE our caraway pans! The best cookware I’ve ever used. Lots of great options for colors depending if you like colored cookware or neutral. It’s made with a mineral based coating that doesn’t leak chemicals into your food like traditional PFEE (T...
Caraway Nonstick Pots & Pans Set
To reduce microplastics in our food, we switched to glass or wood cutting boards! These we’ve been using for about 8 months and they work great.
Tempered Glass Cutting Board - Clear & Scratch Resistant
Most toilet paper had added bleach to it unfortunately. This brand doesn’t, and is 100% recycled so also more environmentally conscious!
100% Recycled Bathroom Tissue, 2-ply
Some people will say you should forgo any candles, I prefer to only go with candles that have less toxic ingredients. I’m a big fan of primarily pure, love the warm citrus spice scent!
Candles
I love Mrs. Meyer’s foaming hand soaps so much! It does have natural fragrance in their formula (if that is something you prefer to avoid). My favorite scents are watermelon, apple, and rain water but all are great!! You can get the kit for a reusabl...
Mrs. Meyer’s Foaming Hand Soap
For all your dish washing needs! There’s an unscented one if that is your preference, otherwise the pear scent is my favorite
Dish Soap - ECOS
One of the best rinse aids I’ve found that doesn’t leave residue while I also feel good about ingredient quality
Rinse Aid With Lemon Scent & Eco-Conscious Readily ... - ECOS
My favorite fruit and veggie spray to help remove any films, dirt, and other things from produce before eating. There is both an organic and non organic version depending on what is most important to you!
Fruit & Veggie Wash Spray For Cleaner Produce - ECOS®
I’ve used this for years! Is also non comedogenic and has acne safe ingredients if you have sensitive skin like I do
Tide Free & Gentle Laundry Detergent Soap
Have used these for years! Would prefer they didn’t have plastic lids, however the bamboo/wood ones I’ve used tend to leak or open when in a lunch box so this is my personal preference. Great for meal prepping!
Pyrex Simply Store 12-Pack Glass Food Containers
These are great and there’s a variety of options for all your size/space needs! HSA/FSA eligible too if you have those
AirDoctor: Best Rated Air Purifiers for Dust, Smoke, Allergies, and Pets
Love these for snacks/food storage and other items I would typically reach for a “ziplock” bag for
Stasher Premium Silicone Reusable Food Bags 6-Pack
Also comes in lemon scent but I prefer the free and clear!
Seventh Generation Dishwasher Detergent Packs/Dishwasher Tabs (Free & Clear)
I love my scrub daddy for all things cleaning! I generally have one designated for dishes and one for other cleaning around the home. Odor resistant and can be firm or soft depending on the temperature or the water you use!
Scrub Daddy Sponge Dye Free Scratch-Free 2ct
Kind of a one stop shop for all your cleaning needs and I feel great about the ingredients!
Branch Basics - Premium Starter Kit
We are not pet owners (yet) but this works really well as a fabric spray for sweaty tennis shoes, to refresh furniture, and to spray car seats that are cloth! Scent lasts a long time and a little goes a long way.
Mrs. Meyer’s Coconut Leaf Pet Odor Neutralizer Spray
Makes your hair and skin feel amazing - honestly has helped with my acne too! It’s a good (and cheaper) alternative to a reverse osmosis whole water filtration system or good addition if you have the under the sink filtration system for your kitchen....
AquaTru Filtered Shower Head