What’s Lurking in Your Cleaning Products?

Hi Friends,

Did you know that the air inside our homes is often more polluted than the air outside? 😳
One of the biggest culprits? Household cleaning products.

Many conventional cleaners contain harsh chemicals that can irritate the lungs, disrupt hormones, and contribute to long-term health issues. But the good news is—you don’t need these strong chemicals to keep your home fresh and clean! 🌿✨

Toxins in Cleaning Products
Some common ingredients to watch out for include:
🚫 Ammonia – Found in glass & multi-surface cleaners; can irritate the lungs and skin.
🚫 Chlorine Bleach – Used in disinfectants & laundry; releases toxic fumes when mixed with other cleaners.
🚫 Phthalates – Hidden in synthetic fragrances; linked to hormone disruption.
🚫 Quaternary Ammonium Compounds (Quats) – Found in antibacterial sprays & disinfectants; may contribute to antibiotic resistance.
🚫 Formaldehyde-Releasing Preservatives – Used to extend shelf life but can release low levels of formaldehyde into your home.

Simple, Safer Alternatives
You don’t need a long list of chemicals to keep your home clean! Here are some of my favorite natural cleaning swaps:
✔️ White Vinegar & Baking Soda – Great for deodorizing and cutting grease.
✔️ Castile Soap – A gentle yet effective all-purpose cleaner.
✔️ Hydrogen Peroxide – A safe disinfectant without harmful fumes.
✔️ Essential Oils – Like tea tree or lemon for added antibacterial power.
✔️ Non-Toxic Cleaning Brands – After years of research (decades, at this point), I've found some great brands that I feel good about using. I have NO affiliation with these companies. I just love their products and trust their ingredients.

✨ Attitude – They are a company that develops natural products dedicated to promoting healthy living.
✨ Blueland– Blueland's toilet fizzies are the BEST! And I'm seeing they've just come out with a Peppermint Eucalyptus scent which I can't wait to try!
✨ Common Good – Once again, leave it to a mom who was on a mission to create safe products that can be used around kids and pets.
✨ Puracy – Puracy's CEO started with a single goal: to create effective, plant-based cleaning and personal care products that were gentle enough to use around his family.

You Don’t Have to Swap Everything Overnight!
My recommendation to clients is always to start small. Swap out one product at a time, and before you know it, you’ll have a home that’s just as clean—without the hidden toxins.

Next week, we’re diving into laundry products—because what we wash our clothes and sheets with matters more than you may think! Stay tuned!

💚 Joanna

P.S. Have you already made the switch to non-toxic cleaners? Let me know your favorites!