No one enjoys the stench of bleach. Besides, it’s as harsh on your home and the environment as it is on your nose. Holding your breath until you turn blue in the face is one option. Or, you could do a clean sweep of your cleaning supplies. Don’t think you can find effective solutions that will leave your home smelling warm and welcoming? Think again.
I firmly believe some things in life (okay, maybe most things) just don’t need to be laced with unpronounceable ingredients. This is especially true for personal care products and home cleaning solutions. I couldn’t stand the thought of drinking out of a glass or putting on clothes that were just washed in chemicals. But I wanted them to smell good. So when I decided to start swapping the bad for the so-much-better, I turned to Vitacost.com. Here’s what I found…
Ecover Ecological Automatic Dishwasher Tablets – 25 Tablets: I don’t like the idea of eating and drinking off dinnerware with chemical residue, so these tabs are my all-natural alternative. The price is just right!
Method Natural Tub Plus Tile Bathroom Cleaner in Eucalyptus Mint: I’m done with bleach, but I still needed something to take care of stubborn soap scum. This did the trick, and the smell is super-pleasant!
Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day® Laundry Detergent in Geranium: I’m usually a bulk buyer when it comes to laundry detergent. However, I really wanted my clothes to come out smelling fresh. So I read the reviews on Vitacost, and this one seems to be everyone’s favorite. The Basil scent sounds intriguing, too, though.
Mrs. Meyer’s Clean Day® Room Freshener in Lemon Verbena: I’ve used other room sprays and plug-in perfumes, but the big brands are loaded with crazy chemicals. This is a lovely scent and works well in a small powder room (not too overwhelming).
Caldrea Linen and Room Spray in Ginger Pomelo: Makes everything feel fresh and clean. It’s a very elegant room spray – from the packaging to the scent.
Johnson & Johnson Baby Powder Pure Cornstarch with Aloe & Vitamin E: It looks, feels and works just like regularly baby powder, but it’s completely talc free!
Nature’s Answer PerioWash® Mouthwash Alcohol-Free in Cool Mint: A gluten-free, soy-free and vegetarian-friendly mouthwash. Most importantly, it’s free of alcohol and full of herbs, such as olive leaf and clove for helping maintain healthy gums.
Seventh Generation Chlorine-Free Pantiliners — 50 Pads: I love that these don’t have chlorine, and they absolutely get the job done – clean and simple!
What natural products do you use to keep your house clean and fresh?