Why Choose Natural Laundry Detergent?
Laundry detergents are one of the worst culprits in our homes when it comes to the range of toxic chemicals they contain. There is now a large movement towards natural laundry detergent, and I’m here to tell you why people have started to turn their backs on these chemical-filled products.
Why Are Unnatural Laundry Products Bad for our Health?
If you’ve been reading my blog for any length of time then you’ll know that cleaning products filled with chemicals just aren’t good for our health, nor are they good for the environment. However, there are a few things you should know when it comes to detergent in particular.
The chemicals that are found in our detergents can be absorbed into our skin. When we wash our clothes, towels and sheets with them they all leave a residue waiting to be absorbed. This can cause a whole range of health problems including:
- Allergies,
- Headaches,
- Nausea,
- Contact Dermatitis,
- Shortness of breath,
- And more!
The Harm That These Chemicals Can Do to the Environment
Not only with these products harm our health but they also harm the earth. When we use them they are washed out of our washing machines and into our water systems. They can go on to harm fish and all sorts of other wildlife.
How to Avoid Using These Products
If you want to stop these products from harming your health as well as the environment then stop using them. Instead go for natural alternatives. The good news is that you don’t always have to make your own, and there are now a number of naural alternatives available in stores.
When looking for the perfect detergent look for biodegradable products that have been based on vegetables. They should all be free from chlorine bleach as well as fragrances. Brands that make this kind of eco friendly product include Ecover and Toni Natural.
You can, of course, try your own natural recipes. Stay tuned and subscribe to this blog to find out what they are!
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