Low and Non Toxic Cleaning Products where to Buy Guide!

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There are several posts you can find on the web about how to make your own cleaning products but sometimes it is hard to find the time to go the DIY route particularly for busy moms so I wanted to find some other options.

For some time now I have been looking for store bought cleaning products that are safer for my family. I hesitate to call anything truly safe but "safer" seems to be a more achievable goal.

Many people make their own cleaning products for household chores which is awesome but it's just not me, at least not yet. However, that doesn't mean that I want my home soaked in toxic chemicals. I prefer to choose green cleaning products that I can feel good about. Only difference is that I want them already made for me. I love fast, functional, and easy so grab-n-go is more the way I roll. This is why I am so excited about this months post. Most of the products on my list below are green certified, some are not, but all have high rankings from the Environmental Working Group. Finally, I (and you too) can have the best of both worlds.

I almost feel like you need a PhD in chemicals to truly understand what goes into many of the products, which is something I don't have so I needed some help. I found an amazing resource in the Environmental Working Group website a.k.a. EWG.com. The EWG has an amazing website which ranks thousands of cleaning products from A to F. 

Below you will find off-the-shelf products that rank well on the EWG and are available for purchase via Amazon. Many of these cleaning products may be available in your local stores but there isn't much for shopping where I live so I focused on items that could be purchased online.

My criteria for selecting the best cleaning products for a safer home was: 

1. Products that have an "A" ranking or at worst a "B" ranking on the EWG
2. I wanted the products to be available for purchase in as many locations as possible so I focused on products that could be purchased via Amazon.com

Finally non-toxic (or at least less toxic) cleaning products that don't make me shiver with concern! 

Remember to use caution when kids clean and be sure they use the right tools that are safe to use. Keep in mind that many household cleaning jobs don't require any chemicals at all such as vacuuming, sweeping, picking up, and clearing the table.

Safer Cleaning Products

Here is my top hit list for amazing non-toxic (or at least less toxic) cleaning products that have an "A" rating on the EWG and are available in your neighborhood because you can buy them right on-line! Oh... this is so exciting!

Store bought low and non toxic cleaning products where to buy guide! Most products are green certified!

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DISINFECTANTS

Seventh Generation is the ONLY disinfectant that scored an "A" on the EWG. However reviews for this product claim it cleans well but it smells awful so I wanted to give you a second option.

If you worry that the smell of the Seventh Generation may be too much then my next recommendation is Windex Disinfectant.

"A" on the EWG
Green Certified = YES

"B" on the EWG
​Green Certified = NO

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ALL PURPOSE CLEANER

I had a difficult time finding an all purpose cleaner that scored an "A", was available on Amazon.  Lysol All-Purpose Cleaner, Lemon Breeze Scent is a good runner up option coming in with a "B" rating.

"A" on the EWG
​Green Certified = YES

"B" on the EWG
Green Certified = NO

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GLASS & WINDOW CLEANER

The first two have a ranking of "A" on the EWG while the microfiber cloth isn't listed at all but I thought it worth a mention. All you need is a little water and elbow grease with these to get your glass sparkling. 

"A" on the EWG
Green Certified = YES

"A" on the EWG
​Green Certified = NO

Not listed on  EWG
Green Certified = NA

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CLEANING WIPES

Oh how I love cleaning wipes they are such an easy go to cleaning item. I keep one under the counter of every sink in the house. Easy to grab and wipe counters down in a pinch. My typical goto has been Clorox Wipes but not anymore as they score a "D" on the EWG. Time to change to Aunt Fannie's!

"A" on the EWG
​Green Certified = NO

Available in 4 fragrances all ranking an "A"

"B" on the EWG
​Green Certified = NO

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KITCHEN

The Fit Cleaner is available as an Amazon add on item. AspenClean is made by a company in Canada and their entire line scores well on the EWG. Hopefully their entire line will be available via Amazon Prime in the future.

"A" on the EWG
Green Certified = YES

"A" on the EWG
​Green Certified = YES

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BATHROOM

Finding products specific to the bathroom was a little tough but if cleaned with other items such as the all purpose cleaners, window and glass cleaners and disinfectants you may get away with only the toilet bowl cleaner. Although GreenSheild ranks well it does come with a hefty price tag.

"A" on the EWG
Green Certified = YES

"A" on the EWG
​Green Certified = YES

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LAUNDRY

Here the Better Life brand is going to give you more bang for your buck with the per load cost being $0.22.

"A" on the EWG
Green Certified = YES

"A" on the EWG
​Green Certified = YES

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If you want to do your own research for safe green cleaning products you can go to www.ewg.com.