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My First Non Toxic Swaps

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I have been on a non toxic journey lately and have been trying my best to make our house healthier for our family. I have tried multiple things over the last month and tested not only how non toxic they are but also how well they work, quality, price...
 
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I have tried SO MANY “clean” laundry detergents and so far, this is by far the best. Smell, quality, cleanliness….it beats out every other brand and I can't rave about it enough.
Truly Free Natural Laundry Detergent for Sensitive Skin | Eco Friendly, Plant Based, Baby Clothes Safe | Clean & Easy Powder to Liquid, 1 Pack Detergent + 1 Refillable Jug | Signature Scent, 50 Loads
 
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Do not ever buy any other dishwasher detergent. There is something about this brand that is just so much better. Sometimes I cannot believe that this is a CLEAN brand because it works so well…better than any other clean brand and better than the uncl...
Truly Free Dishwasher Detergent Powder | Natural Dish Detergent, Dishwasher Soap | Plastic Free, Plant-Based, Clean, Heavy Duty Hard Water Stain & Grease Remover | Fragrance Free | 12.5 oz (Pack of 1)
 
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I have now tried 6 different toothpaste brands and this has been my favorite so far. Flouride free and the cleanest ingredients, plus it actually tastes really good without having an overwhelming sweet taste
Revitin Toothpaste | Fluoride-Free Prebiotic Mint Tooth Gel | No SLS, Gluten Free, Dye Free, GMO Free, No Sweeteners | Non-Toxic, Kid Approved
 
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I am still trying lotions that are cleaner, but this actually is the cleanest I have found so far and actually smells amazing. It says it has fragrances which is usually bad, but check their website as they will tell you what fragrances they use (rea...
ATTITUDE Body Lotion, EWG Verified Moisturizer, Vegan Skin Care Products, Non-Greasy, Hydrating for Dry Skin, Cruelty Free, Orange Blossom & Eucalyptus Scent, 16 Fl Oz
 
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Couldn't wait to ditch the dove bar and try this out and it did not disappoint. Lathers decent but not like other soaps and it smells good. Overall, would recommend it
Puracy Body Wash - Natural Body Wash for Women, Men, Kids - Pure Plant Ingredients, Moisturizing Shower Gel, Body Soap for Dry Sensitive Skin, Gently Scented (Coconut Vanilla, 12 oz/355 ml)
 
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It's hard to find a truly clean deoderant these days but this is the closest I have come so far. It doesn't leave residue and it smells awesome. I also like that it seems like I only need to apply once a day whereas conventional deoderants I usually ...
HUMBLE BRANDS Aluminum-Free Deodorant, Vegan and Cruelty- free, Formulated for Sensitive Skin, Moroccan Rose, 2.5 Ounce (Pack of 1)
 
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I don't wear a lot of makeup but when I do, I always hated how the face wipes from the store felt on my face…you could just feel it wasn't good for your skin. These are MUCH cleaner and don't feel as harsh and abrasive when you use them. Plus, they a...
Honest Beauty Fragrance Free Cleansing Makeup Remover Facial Wipes | Plant Based, Hypoallergenic, Gentle for Sensitive Skin | 30 Count
 
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Of course, I want my toddler to not be putting toxins in his body as well so the first swap I got for him was toothbrushes because we use these every day multiple times. These are bamboo instead of plastic so you don't get the microplastics. My toddl...
Wild & Stone | Organic Children's Bamboo Toothbrush | 4 Pack | Soft Fibre Bristles | 100% Biodegradable Handle | BPA Free | Vegan Eco Friendly Kids Toothbrushes (Aqua)
 
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The amount of microplastics in plastic cutting boards and the crazy bacteria they harbor is something I have discovered and made me want to vomit. I have switched over to all bamboo or wood cutting boards. These were the first I got and I can't compl...
Deal: Keechee Bamboo Cutting Board, Durable Wood Cutting Boards for Kitchen with Deep Juice Grooves & Built-in Handles, Ideal Charcuterie & Chopping for Meat, Vegetables and Fruits Ideal Kitchen Gifts
 
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Okay hear me out with this one…these work for the shower and for cleaning your dishes. I mostly use them for the shower but they will work in the kitchen as well. Sea sponges are a great non toxic option that actually works. They are non-toxic, hypoa...
Neptune Caribbean Sea Sponge 2 Pack, Medium (Approx. 5-6 Inch), Hand Processed, Natural & Eco-Friendly Bath Sponge
 
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Another thing that is almost impossible to find completely clean but these are the best by far that I have found. They are over 90% organic cotton and they are SO comfy. A great first non toxic option to switch out is underwear because we wear it eve...
Organic Basics Women's Flex Organic Cotton Hipster Underwear 5-pack
 
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Absorbing traditional shaving cream into freshly cut sking is not a good idea. Getting this natural bar and pairing it with a metal razor is a much better option. I like the lather of this bar and how it feels on my skin
Bambaw | Shaving Soap Bar | 2.8 oz | Organic White Clay & Aloe Vera Shaving Bar | Shaving Soap Puck Sensitive Skin | Natural Shaving Soap | Vegan Shave Bar | Shaving Soap Unscented
 
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I put salt on everything but traditional table salt is soooo bad for you. I switched to celtic sea salt. This bag lasts such a long time, tastes awesome, and is so much better for your body. Don't be alarmed if you put it in warm water and you see li...
Celtic Sea Salt Light Grey Coarse – Unrefined Mineral Salt, 70+ Trace Minerals, Sustainably Harvested, GMP Certified – Cooking, Finishing, Hydration, Grinder Use – 5 lb Pouch
 
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Did you know how toxic the strips on your traditional razor are? Me either until I looked it up…. I shave every few days so I had to make sure when I shaved, I wasn't letting chemicals in through the micro cuts on my skin. This metal razor is perfect...
Bambaw Double Edge Safety Razor with Stand, Women Razor with 5 Double Edge Safety Razor Blades, Plastic Free Metal Razor – Rose Gold
 
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Don't get me started on tampons….they are all some of the absolute worst most toxic things ever made. I had to make the switch to something better for me because I was putting some of the worst chemicals known into the most sensitive area of my body....
Tampon Tribe Variety Pack Organic Tampons for Women | 84 Non-Toxic Tampons | Natural 100% Organic Cotton, Hypoallergenic, Metal and Chemical-Free with Biodegradable Applicator | (84 Count - Variety)
 
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Definitely had to make dental health a top priority as well so this was one of the first things I grabbed. Bamboo so there are no microplastic and I actually like them better. Feels less harsh on my teeth and gums but somehow I feel cleaner after usi...
VIVAGO Bamboo Toothbrushes 10 Pack - BPA Free Soft Bristles Toothbrushes, Eco-Friendly, Natural Wooden Toothbrush
 
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Had to switch out my sons plastic cups and bottles so this was one of the first I got. They're glass which seems bad to get for a toddler but they have silicone sleeves that they fit in so if dropped, they won't break! They also come with silicone st...
WeeSprout Glass Cups With Lids & Straws, Spill-Resistant Smoothie Cups for Toddlers & Kids, Baby Food Storage & Snack Jars, XL Silicone Straws, Easy-Grip Sleeves, 12 oz, Set of 4
 
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After having to get a crown on a back tooth I have started taking my dental health much more serious. This is such a cleaner option for tooth “paste” but its a powder that you dip your toothbrush in and it helps to remineralize your teeth. I actually...
Primal Life Organics - Dirty Mouth Toothpowder, Tooth Cleaning Powder, Flavored Essential Oils with Natural Kaolin & Bentonite Clay, Good for 200+ Brushings, Paleo, Organic, Vegan (Spearmint, 1 oz)
 
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I have never used a tongue scraper…just never even thought about it. Turns out I should have been doing it all along because I can tell a huge difference in how my breath feels, tastes, etc throughout the day now. I know it's because of this getting ...
Deal: MasterMedi Tongue Scraper for Adults with Multicolor Travel Cases (2 Pack), 100% Stainless Steel, Reduce Bad Breath, Tongue Scrubber, Easy to Use, Tongue Cleaner for Oral Care & Hygiene
 
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If your house drinks as much juice as mine does….GET THIS. It's stainless steel, easy to use, and so much better for you. The stuff in juices from the store is so gross. Get some real oranges and fruits and make real juice with this! We are obsessed ...
Deal: Manual Juicer, Sopito Effortless Stainless Steel Juicer Press Heavy Duty Citrus Squeezer for Orange Lemon Grapefruit Pomegranate, Easy to Clean
 
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I don't wear a lot of makeup, but one thing I will wear almost every day is eye liner because it makes my eyes pop. I switched to this one with clean ingredients and it goes on better than my other liner pen! Never thought i'd end up with a pencil bu...
Well People Fresh Lines Eye Pencil, High-pigment Eyeliner Pencil For Lining & Defining Your Eyes, Smudge-resistant, Vegan & Cruelty-free, Black