Besides the obvious weed killer with a “call Poison Control” warning on it, what areas of your home should you check for toxins?
These are the top areas:
Inside your makeup bag
The majority of makeups (even name brands!) contain skin irritants like dyes, parabens, and heavy metals.
My entire makeup collection is Sheer Minerals from Lemongrass Spa and is free of all toxins and heavy metals.
With Lemongrass Spa, you can swap out your favorite make up for cleaner, greener options. They have everything from the basic foundation for every skin tone to brow pomade, lipstick, and bronzer.
Under your kitchen/bathroom sink
Cleaning products contain a litany of toxins that can do more harm to your body than the germs/bacteria/viruses they were meant to kill.
Toxins are absorbed either via fumes we breathe in or by contact on our skin. Did you know it only takes 26 seconds for a toxin to go from your skin into your bloodstream?
Some swap outs could include:
Window cleaner -> Norwex cleaning cloth for windows
Counter spray -> Water and essential oils
Toilet bowl cleaner -> Baking soda and essential oils
Veggie wash -> Vinegar
In the laundry room
Dryer sheets, laundry detergent, fabric softener, and stain remover make quite the toxic concoction for the clothing that is close to your largest organ – your skin – 24/7.
Instead, try:
Dryer sheets -> wool dryer balls with essential oils
Detergent -> Soap nuts
Fabric softener -> vinegar
Stain remover -> Tea tree soap
On your dining room table
Candles. I know, I know, this is a tough one! Candles (unless made with essential oils) put synthetic fragrance into the air. These fragrances can cause headaches, asthma attacks, and other neurological and hormonal disruptions.
Instead, try a diffuser with essential oils. This one is my favorite candle replacement. Lavender and lemongrass are my go-to essential oils for diffusing because they are dog and baby safe.
Want more tips for nontoxic swap outs? Follow me on Instagram @thenontoxicjournal
The Nontoxic Journal 