Natural Cleaning Products –Everything You Need to Know- Holistic Momma

Natural cleaning products can range from chemical-free sponges to homemade cleaning recipes. I have created a list of natural brands and the top-rated cleaning products to use. Lastly, this post includes ingredients to avoid and 10 all-purpose substitutes.

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Why do I need to use a natural product?

Firstly, cleaning products include ingredients such as surfactants, preservatives, artificial fragrances and more. Which can cause eye damage, endocrine disruption (causing hormonal imbalance), breathing issues and even cancer.

Ingredients put on your body or clean with are absorbed through your skin and lungs. Your skin is your largest organ and absorbs lotions, perfumes, lip balm and more.

In other words, it is very important to make sure you are using products with cleaner ingredients to avoid the risk of getting major health concerns.

Do Natural Products Work As Well As Regular Cleaning Products?

Yes! When they first came out they may not have been as effective. However, with a competitive market and so many brands being born.

These natural brands are forced to compete not only in the natural category but also with big-name brand products.

Furthermore, they have to have clean ingredients, typically cruelty-free, vegan, gluten-free. In addition to all the other expectations of the average natural health product consumer.

So if you think about it, the natural brands have even more to prove!

What is a Natural Cleaning Product?

Products that are made with minimal to no chemicals, dyes, fragrances, preservatives, etc.

Examples include natural brands, like Seventh Generation, Mrs. Myers, and some Arm & Hammer.

List of typically clean brands (healthiness varies by product):

Ingredients to Avoid and Why

Bleach- harmful to your lungs
Ammonia- damaging to respiratory system
Hydrochloric Acid- skin burns, blindness, lung irritation
Ethanolamines- skin burns, blindness, lung irritation
Phosphoric Acid- skin burns, blindness, lung irritation
Triclosan- thyroid disruption

For more information on harmful ingredients visit EWG for more facts.

Ingredient Babble

–Antibacterial means it contains pesticides and should be avoided.

–Surfactants loosen dirt and some are safer than others. So check out the EWG list to verify they are the cleaner options.

–Optical Brighteners in laundry detergent can cause skin irritation.

10 Must-Have All Purpose Cleaners

Aspen Clean is a brand that offers eco-friendly cleaning kits, microfiber cloths and other natural cleaning products. Their products are highly recommended for a healthier cleaning option by the EWG.
Arm & Hammer Household Cleaner & Laundry Booster this product is used to clean laundry, tile, grouts, bathtubs, etc. This product can be used to scrub away pink mold.
Aunt Fannie’s Scrubbing Vinegar is recommended for the floors. However, it could be used to clean countertops, door handles, doors, mailboxes, etc. There is no residue or need to rinse the product off according to the manufacturer.

4. Better Life All-Purpose Cleaner Safe for use around children and pets. It comes in a variety of scents and quantities.

5. Dapple Baby All-Purpose Wipes these have received the “Clean Label Project Purity Award”. In addition, they are hypoallergenic, pediatrician tested and cuts gunk & grime. Free from parabens, sulfates, phthalates, synthetic dyes and fragrances, chlorine, formaldehyde, alcohol, SLS, SLES, MEA, DEA, and TEA.

6. Dr. Bronner’s Castile Soap Unscented (Baby) is my favorite all-purpose cleaner. As it can literally be used for EVERYTHING. It’s an 18-in-1 soap that uses coconut oil and essential oils, making it antibacterial and antiviral.

7. Seventh Generation All-Purpose Cleaner– Likewise, this contains no dyes, fragrances (which can irritate skin and respiratory system).

8. Puracy All-Purpose Cleaner– Most importantly, it is not only healthier for humans but also it is cruelty-free. Which means it is not tested on animals! It is non-toxic, hypoallergenic and biodegradable.

9. Biokleen All-Purpose– It is a more affordable natural option. For instance, this goes a long way and makes up to 64 gallons of cleaner!

10. Attitude Sensitive Skin Bathroom Cleaner– It does not have a lot of reviews on Amazon yet. However, it uses citric acid which is a type of vitamin c providing it’s cleaning power.

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Originally posted 2020-04-11 03:37:10.

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Hello! My name is Megan Santiago, B.S in Psychology, I have a Master's Degree in Mental Health Counseling and I am currently seeing clients as a Mental Health Counselor Intern. I am the Owner and Founder of Holistic-Momma.com. A little bit about me, I am OBSESSED with all things holistic health. I believe we can heal our physical bodies if we first heal our minds. I am a psychology major; I've worked alongside Naturopathic Doctors, Chiropractors, and numerous practitioners. I was a health educator for a well-known supplement brand, and now I share my experience and knowledge. I hope you learn something while on my site, and feel free to contact me with any questions!