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What you'll find in my lower-tox household
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items A few years ago, I switched many of my household products to non-toxic or lower-toxic items. Here are my favorites that are effective and affordable, separated by section. Keep in mind that your skin is the largest organ of your body and we use dozen...
Sections
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Body/Personal Hygiene
Oral Care
Bathroom
Bedroom
Kitchen
Medicine
Body/Personal Hygiene
Things you'd put in/on your body, including personal hygiene.
I could rave all day about Bend Soap. The most affordable, moisturizing, best smelling non-toxic line of bar soap. I’ve been using them over 2 years. All Shield is my favorite scent but all are phenomenal. Great for sensitive skin. The link will give...
Bend Soap - Non-Toxic Body Products
Non-toxic lip balm that leaves your lips soft.
Dr. Bronner's Organic Lip Balm - Peppermint - 0.15oz
These cotton underwear are great if you are trying to switch to clothing with less chemicals, that are made more sustainably. They are incredibly comfortable, and are often on sale for around $12 (so keep in your cart until you see that price).
Organic Basics Women's Ribbed Cotton Brief
Non-toxic shaving cream I use. Unfortunately, this seems to go in and out of stock, even from the merchant's website. I recommend adding to your cart and keeping an eye on it. *When I don't use this, I just shave by lathering up my soap from Bend Soa...
NOW Foods Nutri-Shave Cream, 8 oz
Awesome body lotion from my favorite non-toxic brand. They're available on Amazon if that's easier for you (linked here), but also have a direct website I have linked.
ATTITUDE Body Lotion, 16 Fl Oz (Amazon Link)
Awesome body lotion from my favorite non-toxic brand. This is the link to the product on their website, but they're available on Amazon if that's easier for you (also linked in this section).
ATTITUDE Body Lotion, 16 fl oz (Direct Brand Link)
Infrared (red light) therapy is an incredible health & body aid. It can help reduce pain and inflammation (great for chronic pain), reduce signs of aging, improve skin, assist muscle cells and tissues, the list truly goes on. Please research and ...
Therasage Infrared Healing Products
Oral Care
I am not a dentist, please consult your dentist if you have any concerns about switching your toothpaste/using a fluoride free toothpaste.
Lumineux is my favorite non-toxic toothpaste because it is the most affordable line I've found that works well - my dentist even approved! It's peroxide free, whitens teeth, fluoride free, does not contain alcohol or artificial colors, is SLS free, a...
Lumineux Teeth Whitening Toothpaste 3.75oz 2 Pack
BOKA is a fluoride-free toothpaste with no harmful ingredients. I'm not a dentist, you should research what you're comfortable with using, but this is a great non-toxic toothpaste I've used. There are multiple flavors available.
Boka Ela Mint- Fluoride Free- Nano Hydroxyapatite Toothpaste - 3.4oz
While this is not a low/non-toxic item, oral care is so important for your health that I need to include this. These are great to get the buildup sitting on your gums. My dentist explained that food sitting on our gums is what breaks down into sugar ...
GUM Soft-Picks Dental Picks, 50 Count
Lumineux Whitening Strips whiten your teeth without the sensitivity issues caused by other whitening strips. They are safe on your enamel and are highly rated.
Lumineux Teeth Whitening Strips Kit - 9 Treatments
Lumineux Whitening Mouthwash is perfect for those hard to reach places. It also helps whiten your teeth without breaking down your enamel.
Lumineux Teeth Whitening Mouthwash, 16 Oz. 2 Pack
Bathroom
Anything you'd find in your bathroom (personal hygiene linked separately).
Non-toxic hand soap. The lemongrass lime is my favorite scent! But they have several others.
Dr. Bronner's Organic Sugar Soap - Lemongrass Lime - 24 fl oz
Made with eco-friendly PEVA and much safer for you and your family.
LiBa Premium 8G PEVA Bathroom Shower Curtain Liner - Waterproof, Non-Toxic, Thick Plastic with Rustproof Grommets - 72" W x 72" H White
I was looking for an OEKO-TEX certified bath mat that was non-slip but also didn't have the regular backing that comes apart in the wash. (I wanted 100% organic cotton, too, but I guess that's asking for too much). Let me tell you, searching and read...
TYUU Non Slip Washable Bath Rug 20x30 Beige
Bedroom
These are 100% organic cotton, GOTS certified, anti-skid elastic so it doesn’t pop off, which is what I love most about them. The elastic is what makes this set of sheets my favorite. Considering we spend 7-9 hours in bed every day, you want sheets t...
Sheets Set, 100% Organic Cotton Percale, Dark Gray Bed Sheets by California Design Den
100% Organic Cotton, OEKO-TEX certified, sustainably made, percale sheets. Considering we spend 7-9 hours in bed every day, you want sheets that aren't loaded with chemicals. These are great to ditch the toxins at an affordable price!
LANE LINEN Organic Cotton Percale Sheets
This mattress protector WORKS!! OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100, hypoallergenic, doesn’t crinkle. It’s a must have - all mattresses should have a protector on them.
Waterproof Mattress Protector Bamboo Viscose, Ultra Soft Leak-Proof Mattress Cover - Hypoallergenic, Breathable, Crinkle Free & Noiseless
Kitchen
Using glass (or stainless steel) is a great way to avoid harmful plastics and chemicals while cooking. These are freezer, microwave, and dishwasher safe, and stack for easy storage.
Pyrex Essentials 3-Piece Glass Mixing Bowls
Using glass (or stainless steel) is a great way to avoid harmful plastics and chemicals while cooking. These are freezer, microwave, and dishwasher safe.
Pyrex Essentials 3-Pack Glass Measuring Cups
Stainless steel is a great staple to add in your house to avoid plastics. As you often pour hot pasta and water into strainers, avoiding plastic is important.
5 Qt Stainless Steel Strainer with Handles
Stasher is the reusable alternative to single-use plastic. These are great around the kitchen and have SO many uses! They're great for freezer, fridge, pantry, etc.
Reusable Silicone Bags
Medicine
I am not a doctor and this is not medical advice. Please consult your physician before taking or administering any of these medications. I am not responsible for any side effects you may experience from taking any of these medications.
An antacid that is dye free and has 0% artificial additives. Please note my disclaimer under section headline.
Genexa Antacid Max Strength Chewable 72ct
Teething relief without many harmful added ingredients. Please note my disclaimer under section headline.
Boiron Camilia Teething Drops for Daytime and Nighttime Relief of Painful or Swollen Gums and Irritability in Babies - 30ct
Household
General low and non-toxic items for the household that don't necessarily fit into the other sections I've listed.
Attitude has my absolute favorite line of non-toxic products. I've loved most of everything I've tried. Their laundry detergent is the best and most affordable non-toxic brand I've tried (and I tried several). This comes in many different scents, cho...
ATTITUDE Plant-Based Vegan Liquid Detergent
Personal
If you're on a non-toxic journey, chances are, you also want to shop sustainable and care about the environment. 4Ocean was founded by two surfers on a mission to end the ocean plastic crisis. I've been following them for years, and the work they do ...
4Ocean Products | Save The Ocean!