Toxin-Free Living
Simple DIY Recipes for Your Home
Minimizing your toxic load is essential for both your home environment and your overall well-being. Harmful chemicals can enter our bodies through inhalation of toxic fumes and absorption through the skin. Most cleaning products available today require the use of gloves and/or masks to avoid exposure. Furthermore, many of these harmful ingredients are not regulated by the Toxic Substances Control Act, as they are either outdated or have been grandfathered in.
TOP 10 Hazardous Household Chemicals:
- Air Fresheners
- Ammonia
- Bleach
- Carpet & Upholstery Shampoo
- Dishwasher Detergents
- Drain Cleaner
- Furniture Polish
- Mold & Mildew Cleaners
- Oven Cleaners
- Antibacterial Cleaners
- Laundry Room Products
- Toilet Bowl Cleaners
Toxic Chemicals Are Found In:
- Plastics
- Food
- Soil
- Water
- Cookware
- Mattresses
- Upholstered Furniture
- Cosmetic / Makeup
- Household Cleaning Products
- Self-care Products
Common Toxins:
- Toluene
- Chloroform
- Methoxydiglycol
- 2-butoxyethanol
- Carbon Tetrachloride
- Bis (2-ethylhexyl) Phthalate
- Eugenol
- 1,4-dioxane
- Butoxydiglycol
- Dibutyl Phthalate
- Ethoxylate Surfactants
- Butyl Benzyl Phthalate (BBP)
In this e-book, I share several of my favorite non-toxic household recipes.
- List of ingredients
- Diffuser Blends
- All-Purpose Cleaner
- Homemade Cleansing Wipes
- Soft Scrub Cleaning Paste
- Toilet Bowl Cleaner
- Window Glass Cleaner
- Wood Furniture & Floor Polish
- Air Fresheners
- Carpet Deodorizer
- Dish Soap & Produce Wash
- Powdered Laundry Detergent
- Dryer Balls
- Fabric Softener
- Weed Be Gone
- Indoor Bug Control
- Bug Spray for Garden
Toxin-Free Beauty
Simple DIY Recipes for Your Body
Your skin is the body's largest organ, composed of two layers: the epidermis and the dermis. The epidermis is the outer layer that we can see, feel, and touch, while the dermis lies beneath it, housing small blood vessels, nerve endings, oil and sweat glands, and hair follicles. Additionally, the dermis contains collagen and elastic tissue that provide firmness and strength to the skin. Below the dermis is the hypodermis, which includes subcutaneous fatty tissue. The skin serves three main functions: protection, regulation, and sensation.
Morning routines can often expose us to a range of harmful substances. Many people shower with warm or hot water, which opens the pores and allows anything applied to the skin to be absorbed more easily. Unfortunately, many shampoos, conditioners, lotions, makeup, and other personal care products contain harmful chemicals. When we use these products, these toxic ingredients can be absorbed into our bodies through our skin.
Harmful Ingredients
- Artificial Colors
- Diethanolamine (DEA)
- Formaldehyde Donors
- Phthalates
- Propylene Glycol
- Polyethylene Glycol (PEG)
- Sodium Laureth Ether Sulfate (SLES)
- Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS)
- Toluene
- Triethanolamine (TEA)
- Coal Tar (FD&C Red No. 6) has a "CI" followed by a 5-digit number
- Ethoxylated Surfactants
- 1,4-Dioxane (anything containing the letters "eth")
- Parfum / Fragrance
- Hydroquinone (used for lightening skin)
- Lead
- Mercury
- Mineral Oil / Petroleum
- Oxybenzone
- Parabens
- Paraphenylenediamine (PPD)
- Placental Extract
- Silicone-derived emollients
- Talc
- Triclosan
- BHA & BHT
- Dibutyl Phthalate
- Siloxanes or Methicone
In this e-book, I share several of my favorite non-toxic personal care recipes.
- List of ingredients
- Candles vs. Diffusers
- Bathtime Favorites
- Body Scrubs
- Roller Recipes
- Natural Body Wash
- Hand Sanitizer
- Room Spray
- Mouthwash
- Dry Shampoo for light and dark hair
- Sugar Scrub
- Body Butter
- Simple Shaving Cream
- Skin Spray
- Makeup Remover
- Healthy Hair Spray
We are all unique and have our own chemical makeup that reacts with what we put on and in our bodies. Discover what essential oils can enhance your Beauty Care, Kids, Toxic Load Reduction, Eating Right, Lifestyle, Informed Self-Care, Exercise, Mood Management, and Sleep. We have solutions for you!
