Laundry Products
AVOID:
Bleach. It's harmful for eyes, skin, lungs.
Laundry Detergent's with Surfactant. Look for monoethanolamine in the ingredients.
Surfactant is toxic, derived from Petroleum, and a non-renewable resource.
Whte paper towels, made with bleach. Buy brown paper towels, no bleach used.
ALTERNATIVES:
Seventh Generation Free and Clear, Chlorine Free Bleach:
www.seventhgeneration.com
Borax - Natural Laundry Booster and Multi-Purpose Household Cleaner:
www.purex.com
Hydrogen Peroxide Solution
Can be found at grocery store or pharmacy.
Begley's Best, Non Toxic, Non-Caustic & Biodegradable Spot Remover:
www.begleysbest.com
Ecos Laundry Detergent:
www.ecos.com
Air Fresheners
AVOID:
Air Fresheners with Phthalates
Phthalates interferes with reproductive health development and can cause hypo-thyroidism and obesity
ALTERNATIVES:
-Fresh Wave, Odor Neautralizing Crystals:
www.fresh-wave.com
Glass Cleaners
AVOID:
Glass Cleaners with Ammonia.
Ammonia is known to cause Asthma
ALTERNATIVE:
Window Kleener with Vinegar, Earth Friendly Products:
www.earthfriendlyproducts.com
Distilled White Vinegar, found at your local grocery store or pharmacy
For more green cleaning product information, visit the Green Guid: www.thegreenguide.com
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