The Danger of Dryer Sheets highlights some of the risks posed by commercial fabric softener dryer sheets. Whether you are looking to decrease your environmental toxin burden, prevent premature burn out of your dryer, or maintain the functionality of your fabric, there are some good reasons to opt out of the use of fabric softener or dryer sheets. And, you can maintain the softness and decrease the static...
The dryer sheet was first invented in 1969. The patent was sold to Proctor & Gamble and the Bounce dryer sheet was introduced and popularized among American homemakers shortly thereafter. The dryer sheet has been a staple in many household laundry rooms for decades now. It is an easy and efficient solution to static cling and leaves clothes smelling fragrant. What more do you need to...
Air fresheners are toxic. That's the bottom line. Even when they are labeled "natural" or "fragrance free" they can have thousands of chemical compounds, several which are known carcinogens or hormone disruptors. Often instead of freshening air, the chemicals are actually just coating our nasal passages and numbing our sense of smell. These air fresheners can aggravate asthma symptoms and are a...
When spring comes, it brings the bugs with it. You know you don’t want to share your space with them, but you don’t want to poison your space to get rid of them, either. Here are a few ideas for non-toxic and pet safe bug repellent and abatement ideas you can use to live in a healthy, bug-free space. Non-Toxic Bug Treatments 1. Chalk. Did you know ants won’t cross a chalk line? If you...