If there was a time when the idea of cheap, basic cleaning supplies appealed to so many Australian homeowners, it’s less and less the case now because so many people are developing an awareness in regards to the many negative effects associated with chemicals.
Chemicals affect both humans and the environment, which is why many Australians are now more inclined to purchase natural cleaning products instead of the conventional types.
Think about it: if we avoid applying chemicals to our skin, why then should we be using chemical agents for cleaning our homes? We come in contact with every surface we’ve cleaned using nasty products, so our body is going to absorb those toxins.
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Luckily, there is such an extensive range of safer cleaning products across cities in Australia, and it’s precisely because of the growing demand that we see many new manufacturers coming up with innovations.
Natural cleaning products are now produced for both domestic and commercial use and you know things are moving in the right direction when people are interested in supporting a healthier home and planet.
A mini guide to choosing the best in natural cleaning
- Ingredient list: start with knowing what’s in a product and definitely don’t purchase anything that doesn’t clearly state what’s in it. This includes natural products too. Just because it says natural, don’t take their word or label for it. Avoid buying products without an ingredient list.
- Know the main toxins and avoid them: although there are so many toxins in cleaning products, it’s difficult at first to know everything that you need to look out for. It helps if you at least avoid the following: ammonia, triclosan, nitrogen, chlorine bleach, synthetic fragrances, phosphates, phthalates, butyl glycol, mono butyl, ethylene glycol.
- Read the label for warning signs: and don’t buy the product if it says Irritant, Corrosive, Danger, Caution It’s all there on the label – how dangerous and toxic the product.
- Use natural alternatives: if you have difficulties finding something natural where you live, try out some natural options like baking soda, vinegar, castile soap and lemon juice. When cleaning naturally, you might find yourself having to repeat the process, but it’s worth decreasing the toxicity.
- Recyclable: many natural cleaning products are environmentally friendly, so chances are most will contain 100 percent biodegradable ingredients and will be contained in 100 percent recyclable containers.
Natural Cleaning Products Made in Australia
So many good brands in Australia to choose from! Here are a couple of them.
Resparkle: manufactures everything from dishwashing powders and dishwashing liquid to everyday cleaners, laundry powders, floor cleaners, bathroom & glass cleaners, and multi-surface cleaners among others.
They use plant-based ingredients, and their products come 3x more concentrated than mainstream cleaners, which means you only have to use a small amount for the same results.
Cinderella: produces ultra concentrated dishwashing liquids, bathroom cleaners, stain removers, floor cleaners and multi-purpose cleaners, offering naturally scented products. That means they only use essential oils to scent the products, and they also say no to animal testing.
Cinderella is one of the most shopped Australian natural cleaning brands.
Adobe: produces fragrance-free cleaners perfect for sensitive hands. They only use plant-based ingredients to create products but are just as efficient as mainstream cleaners.
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Their range of home cleaning supplies includes fragrance-free dish liquid, window cleaners, laundry soakers, laundry powders, laundry liquids and much more.