A clean home is healthy, looks and smells better. But hidden behind those smells can be chemicals affecting your health? Sixteen percent of individuals are extremely sensitive to chemicals, easily breaking out in rashes and other skin/eye irritations or chronic ailments. Those with respiratory problems may have trouble breathing with strong smells and fumes. Some may simply be concerned with the environmental impact by using intense cleaners.
There is an increasing amount of “green” labeled products on the market. Although the cost of green cleaners can be comparable to conventional cleaners, some labels carry a heftier price tag. If these products are out of your budget, you may consider making your own homemade cleaners.
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The products are designed for use on hard, non-porous, non-food-contact surfaces, such as door handles and desktops
Procter & Gamble has capitalised on the house cleaning boom with the launch of Microban, a disinfectant brand promising 24-hour protection from bacteria.
Multi-Purpose Cleaner, Bathroom Cleaner (rsp: £4) and Disinfectant Spray (rsp: £5) are available in Fresh Scent and Citrus Scent variants. They are designed for use on hard, non-porous, non-food-contact surfaces, such as door handles and desktops. “These high-touch areas are in constant use and are the perfect environment for viruses and bacteria to spread,” said P&G.
Available from today (22 February), the new cleaning products destroyed “99.9% of bacteria and select viruses, including Covid-19”, P&G added. It would then continue “to kill bacteria for up to 24 hours even after multiple touches”.
15 non-toxic cleaning and disinfecting products
Anastacia Uriegas
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Whether it’s washing dishes or disinfecting doorknobs, seemingly 24/7, it’s fair to say that people are doing A LOT of cleaning. However, a deep dive into the ingredients found in common household cleaning products reveals a dirty truth.
Products used every day in homes often contain toxins with health concerns that range from skin irritation, developmental/endocrine/reproductive effects, cancer, and damage to DNA, according to the Environmental Working Group. Yikes. Luckily, you can greatly reduce your family’s exposure to toxic chemicals and fumes with effective products that are made with naturally-sourced ingredients that are better for you and for the planet. Check out these botanically-scented, gentle, and safe products, many of which received a grade of “A” from the EWG’s ranking of cleaning products.