{"id":31170,"date":"2020-08-26T11:36:24","date_gmt":"2020-08-26T17:36:24","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/?p=31170"},"modified":"2022-07-08T09:50:04","modified_gmt":"2022-07-08T15:50:04","slug":"dirty-truth-about-household-cleaners","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.youngliving.com\/blog\/dirty-truth-about-household-cleaners\/","title":{"rendered":"The dirty truth about your household cleaners"},"content":{"rendered":"

Real talk:<\/strong><\/span> Most commercial cleaning products are full of super nasty, get-that-away-from-me ingredients. We know\u2014it\u2019s a total bummer! No stress though; just as we helped you kick your toxic makeup to the curb<\/a>, we\u2019ll walk you through why and how you can stop settling and start choosing home-cleaning superstars.
\nRead on for the whole truth and nothing but the truth about your household cleaning products.<\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>

How toxic are my household cleaners?<\/span><\/h2>\n

At the risk of being the bearer of bad news, your run-of-the-mill cleaners are incredibly toxic.<\/h3>\n

According to the American Lung Association<\/a>, the ingredients in most commercial solutions, sprays, and scrubs can:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Be air pollutants
\n\u2022 Be harmful chemicals
\n\u2022 Be flammable or corrosive
\n\u2022 Irritate eyes or throat
\n\u2022 Cause headaches
\n\u2022 Contribute to health problems like chronic respiratory problems and allergic reactions<\/p>\n

Not only are these ingredients problematic, but they\u2019re pretty far from your \u201clet\u2019s go green!\u201d goals. Choosing cleaners with naturally derived ingredients is a win for you and a win for Mother Earth.<\/p>\n<\/div>

Yikes! Anything else I need to know?<\/span><\/h2>\n

Unfortunately, yes.<\/h3>\n

Brace yourself\u2014manufacturers aren\u2019t even legally required to list all ingredients. It sounds bonkers, but toxic ingredients could be lingering in your laundry detergents and floor cleaners without you knowing about it.
\nFor example, some products such as carpet cleaners and dishwasher liquid release VOCs\u2014volatile organic compounds. Experts say that some VOCs can irritate eyes, nose, and throat; create difficulty breathing and nausea; and cause harm to the central nervous system and other organs.<\/p>\n

At Young Living, we\u2019re incredibly meticulous about which ingredients we bring into the YL family. Want a list of stuff we will never, ever, ever mix with pure and precious essential oils? Enjoy!<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>

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That\u2019s awesome! How do I clean without harsh chemicals?<\/span><\/h2>\n

For starters, trust us and don\u2019t use any of the ingredients linked above.<\/h3>\n

The simplest way to get the job done\u2014check the labels. Products can be greenwashed, meaning they have packaging that advertises as \u201cgreen\u201d or \u201cnatural\u201d but sneak unwelcome ingredients into their formulas. Yuck!
\nIt\u2019s also important to remember that these issues don\u2019t solely apply to the cleaning aisle. When shopping for candles and air fresheners, avoid these factory-crafted temptations. Instead, mix and match essential oils and diffuse them for personal, unique household aromas.<\/a>
\nUltimately, if you can find companies and products with the mission to use from-the-earth, not-harmful, naturally derived ingredients, you\u2019re golden. May we recommend Young Living? *wink, wink*<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>

Yay! How can I find naturally derived cleaning products?<\/span><\/h3>\n

Our number one pick always and forever: Thieves\u00ae!<\/a><\/h3>\n

With a blend of spicy, brisk scents that has all the cleaning power and none of the gross additives, it should get a special spot on your shelf.
\nTest out how effective these products can be with Thieves\u00ae Household Cleaner<\/a>. With an ultra-concentrated formula that has dozens of uses<\/a>, just one bottle can clean your house from top to bottom. What\u2019s more, Thieves Household Cleaner is only the start. Try out these superstars as well:<\/p>\n

\u2022 Thieves\u00ae Dish Soap<\/a>
\n\u2022 Thieves\u00ae Laundry Soap<\/a>
\n\u2022 Thieves\u00ae Automatic Dishwasher Powder
\n\u2022 Thieves\u00ae Fruit & Veggie Soak<\/a>
\n\u2022 Thieves\u00ae Spray<\/a><\/p>\n

YL tip:<\/strong><\/span> Evict all harsh chemicals from your house with bright and effective Lushious Lemon Foaming Hand Soap and these 30 simple swaps!<\/p>\n<\/div>

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Ready to dive deep into all things clean (ingredients and household included)?<\/strong><\/span> Find more tips here<\/a>. Want to know why we rely on essential oils? See how we do things differently!<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div>

What\u2019s your favorite tried and true cleaning product? <\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n

Tell us in the comments below!<\/strong><\/span><\/p>\n<\/div>

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