Did you know that fabric softener is one of the most toxic household products you can have in your home?
Apart from crazy ingredients like methylisothiazolinone , a potent skin allergen and glutaral, known to trigger asthma and skin allergies, they also contain synthetic fragrances.
Synthetic fragrances have been linked to cancer, birth defects, central nervous system disorders and allergic reactions and they are in almost everything you can think of!
READ YOUR LABELS
When you start to look around your house and read the labels of your favourite products, it’s easy to get overwhelmed by the sheer number of chemical nasties, but do not fear. I always encourage people to take one step at a time.
Choose one room, one cupboard or one product, and switch it out for a safe, all natural product instead. Just be on the look out for greenwashing!!
What is greenwashing? This post explains it.
MAKE YOUR OWN
The beauty of making your own products is that usually they are very cost effective PLUS you know exactly what is in there. No hidden nasties.
HERE’S WHAT YOU NEED
- 1 tbl of your favourite organic/chemical free conditioner
- 10 – 20 drops of essential oil of your choice
- 1 cup of distilled vinegar
- 1 cup of warm water
METHOD
- Add all ingredients to a 500 mL glass jar or bottle and mix gently.
- Add a small amount to your wash as you normally would to soften clothes, towels and sheets.
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