Non-Toxic Munchkin Approved Everyday Must Have Products
Kids may be only 30% of our population but they are 100% our future" -
Robyn O'Brian recently said this in a workshop I attended and I immediately wrote it down... I mean of course it makes sense but why, I wonder, are so many lawmakers and company heads failing to protect our future?
We could be talking about diet or education....because the reality is that things need to improve to give our children a stronger future BUT today we are talking about the need to protect our children from harmful chemicals that are in every thing we use/eat/smell/clean/play with every single day.
Our children, more than ever, need parents that will look out for their present and future health- Among the challenges we face as parents are:
Babies today are born with over 200 chemicals in their umbilical cord blood
Today there are over 87,000 chemicals used in the US- of which approximately 7,700 – are produced in what the EPA considers “significant amounts” while not all of them are necessarily harmful to us virtually none have been tested for safety specifically for children and only about 200 have been tested for safety in adults in the US.
Fetal, Baby and children's immune systems are not developed enough to protect from and eliminate toxins like adults
Data from new research available today shows that chemicals can show effects at low doses that are not seen at high doses. Chemicals do different stuff at low levels that they do not do at high levels.
Bottom line? We as parents have to protect our children. With 85% of household product purchases being made by moms- the buck stops with us.
Having said that, I understand that one of the biggest challenges when making a switch to non-toxic products is, simply, not knowing what products to buy.
Which brands are trustworthy?
Which do what they claim they will?
Do I have to pay a lot more for a non-toxic product?
Where can I find these products?
So I asked my followers on Instagram (@nontoxicmunchkin) what products they wanted to change in their homes and needed recommendations for - here is the list:
BABIES AND KIDS BATH
This is the largest of the categories, mostly because - although I have a couple of reliable regulars I purchase- I also like to try out new brands. Included below a wide range of prices and availability.
Earth Mama Angel Baby Shampoo & Body Wash Calming Lavender -- 5.3 fl oz
California Baby Bubble Bath - Calendula - 13 oz
California Baby Calendula Hair Conditioner - 8.5 oz
California Baby Calming Shampoo & Bodywash - 17.5 oz
California Baby Eucalyptus Ease Shampoo & Bodywash - 8.5 oz
Dr. Bronner’s Organic Lavender Sugar Soap. 4-in-1 Organic Pump Soap for Home and Body (12 oz).
Babo Botanicals Sensitive Baby Fragrance Free Newborn Foam Wash, 9 Fluid Ounce
Beautycounter Baby Gentle All-Over Wash (baby soap)
Beautycounter Kidscounter Nice Do Shampoo
Earth Mama Angel Baby Shampoo & Body Wash Calming Lavender -- 5.3 fl oz
Baby Bee Fragrance-Free Shampoo and Wash 8oz shampoo by Burt's Bees
KIDS TOOTH CARE
The key here is to buy fluoride free and SLS free, free of artificial preservatives and dyes
Jack N' Jill Natural Toothpaste - Natural (Flavor Free) - 1.76 oz
Weleda Children's Tooth Gel 1.7 oz (50 ml)
Dr. Brite Natural Whitening Toothpaste, Strawberry Sky, 4.2 Ounce
BABY WIPES
*Generally I recommend using a soft damp cloths to clean you little one's behind- this is better for your baby and for the planet BUT, of course, I understand the need for wipeys! Here are some I really like.
Joonya, Baby Wipes, 3 Pack of 80 ct
Attitude Natural Baby Wipes, Fragrance Free, 72 Count
Adults Bath
99% of the time I use castille soap (usually from Dr. Bronners- it is trustworthy, pure, smells great and widely available near my home) but I included a couple of other options. Avoid artificial fragrances, parabens, foaming agents.
Alaffia - EveryDay Shea - Moisturizing Shea Butter Shampoo & Body Wash for Babies & Up, 16 Ounces
Alaffia - EveryDay Shea - Moisturizing Shea Butter Body Wash, Unscented, 32 Ounces (FFP)
ADULTS HAIR CARE
Some of these are on the pricier side. I have dry hair and these are the ones I have found work for me.
Dr. Bronner s Fair Trade and Organic Hair Creme - Lavender Coconut - 6 oz - 95%+ Organic -
Alaffia, Coffee & Shea Revitalizing Shampoo, Citrus Mint, 8 fl oz (235 ml) - 2PC
ENTIRE FAMILY HAND WASH
Alaffia - EveryDay Shea - Foaming Shea Butter Hand Soap, Unscented, 18 Ounces
Alaffia - EveryDay Shea - Foaming Shea Butter Hand Soap, Unscented, 18 Ounces
Alaffia - Authentic African Black Soap, Eucalyptus Tea Tree, 16 Ounces
California Baby Moisturizing Handwash Eucalyptus Ease -- 6.5 fl oz
Dr. Bronner’s Organic Baby Unscented Sugar Soap. 4-in-1 Organic Pump Soap for Home and Body (24 oz).
LSM Soaps Le Savonnier Marseillais Liquid Hand Soap, Lavender, 16.9 Fluid Ounce
Babyganics Foaming Hand Soap - Fragrance Free - 8.45 oz
FACIAL CLEANSERS
From $6 to $90 - I have used and really like all on this list
Citrus Mint Facial Cleanser by Annmarie Gianni Skin Care
Original witch hazel oil controlling towelettes, 20 Count
Badger Unscented Face Cleansing Oil - 2 fl oz Glass Bottle
Goop by Juice Beauty Luminous Melting Cleanser
Tata Harper Regenerating Cleanser - 50ml
HOME CLEANERS
General Cleaner
- Before I include my list of recommended products I have to mention how easy and effective making your own general cleaner is. As in: fill a spray bottle with 50% organic white distilled vinegar and 50% water (you can add pure organic eucaliptus essential oil for the smell or r tea tree oil for an extra antibacterial punch). This is edible. This is perfectly safe for your children. This is cheap. This cleans (yes, vinegar in a natural disinfectant.) It is the ideal multi purpose cleaner.
Ecover Cream Non-Scratch Cleaner (500ml)
Shower and Bath Tile Cleaners
Earth Friendly Products Shower Cleaner with Tea Tree Oil, 22-Ounce (Pack of 2)
MamaSuds Toilet Bombs Cleaning Tabs
Seventh Generation - Toilet Bowl Cleaner, Emerald Cypress and Fir Scent - 32 Ounces (2 Pack)
Seventh Generation Tub & Tile Natural Cleaner, Emerald Cypress & Fir
Alternative to Bleach
Seventh Generation Chlorine Free Bleach, Free & Clear, 64 oz
Dish Soap
Seventh Generation Dishwasher Detergent Packs, Free & Clear, 90 count
ATTITUDE Little Ones Baby Bottle Dishwashing Liquid Pear Nectar 23.7 fl oz 700 ml
Ecover Automatic Dishwasher Soap Tablets, Zero (Fragrance-Free), 25 Count
Ecover Zero Dish Soap Fragrance Free -- 25 fl oz - 2pc
Laundry Detergent/Stain Remover
When determining which one to buy: I find it helpful to take into consideration what I am washing. Is it baby clothing ? Is it adult (or teenage) sweaty gym clothing? Is soccer stained clothing?
Eco Nuts, for example, I really like for its purity but I find it works best on clothing that does not have heavy stains. Also, don't just try one and give up and return to your conventional detergent. Give other brands a chance.
Molly's Suds Laundry Powder
OxiClean Baby Stain Fighter, Soaker, 3 lb Tub Baby stain Soaker
Whole Foods 365 Everyday Value 2X Concentrated Powder Laundry Detergent, Unscented
Ecover Naturally Derived 2x Laundry Detergent, Zero Fragrance-Free, 93 Ounce (Pack of 4)
Eco Nuts "As Seen on Shark Tank" Organic Laundry Detergent (100 Loads)
ATTITUDE Laundry Stain Remover, Fragrance Free, 16 Fluid Ounce
Babyganics Stain Eraser Marker, 2oz, On-The-Go (Pack of 3), Packaging May Vary
Earth Friendly Products Everyday Stain And Odor Remover Spray, 22 Oz
Mildew Cleaner
ATTITUDE Bathroom Cleaner - 27.1 oz
DIY: Fill a spray bottle with white vinegar and add 10 drops of tea tree oil. soak affected areas. Let it sit for a few hours, and then scrub it with a brush or a coarse scrubbing sponge.
Swan Hydrogen Peroxide Topical 32 Ounces Pack of 2
: similar to the vinegar, spray hydrogen peroxide onto affected are and let sit for a few hours.
Clorox Wipes Alternatives
Aunt Fannies Vinegar Wipes Eucalyptus, 35 ct
Babyganics All Purpose Surface Wipes, Fragrance Free, 150 Count (contains Two 75-count canisters)
Whole Foods Market green MISSION Surface Cleaning Wipes, Minty Fresh
Spray bottle with vinegar and water (and maybe a pure organic essential oil like tea tree or eucalyptus for the smell) work well too.
Hand Sanitizers
Everyone Hand Sanitizer Gel, Coconut + Lemon, 8 Ounce
Babyganics Alcohol-Free Foaming Hand Sanitizer, Fragrance Free, 8.45oz Pump Bottle (Pack of 3)
I would love to hear from you! Do you have a non-toxic product you absolutely love? What did you think about these ?
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