The news publication Al Jazeera recently created this great video which highlights some of the common exposures to harmful (and in some cases toxic) chemicals in our homes. I have offered up concrete solutions for each of the problem chemicals highlighted in this segment. I encourage you to watch the video, explore my safer solutions below and share this article with your friends and family!
Disclaimer: Please note that some of the links below may be affiliate links; if you make a purchase I will earn a small commission, at no additional cost to you. All product recommendations stem from my 10 years of working in this field.
Mattresses
- Naturepedic (One of the safest brands AND they active advocate for better laws in Washington D.C.!)
- Savvy Rest (A Benefit Corporation)
- A great list of some budget-friendly options via Eco-Novice
Candles
- Big Dipper Wax Works (Phthalate and paraffin free)
Personal Care Products
- Safer Skin Care and Cosmetic Products (Including: skin care, body care, sunscreen and cosmetics)
- Budget Friendly Beauty Ingredients (Simple ingredients that can be used as safe moisturizers)
Canned Food
- Discover six ways to avoid BPA in canned food HERE
Non-Stick Cookware
- Read my detailed suggestions for safer cookware HERE
Microwave Popcorn
- Non-toxic microwaveable popcorn recipe HERE
Carpet
- Look for Green Label or Green Label Plus carpet to avoid harmful stain resistant chemicals
Couches
- When shopping for a new couch or armchair, look at the tag on the bottom to see if the couch has been treated with flame retardant chemicals (there will be a large X on the tag if it does). You want to find a couch that does NOT contain toxic flame retardants.
Finding safer products is an important way to support companies doing the right thing. And at the end of the day, we need better federal and state laws on toxic chemicals. Take action HERE and let Congress know you want health-protective laws on the books that prevent harmful chemicals from entering the market in the first place!
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