I’ve always been a bit freaked out by commercial air fresheners and fabric deodorizers… even before I became obsessed with reading labels and searching for non-toxic products. It’s because I can’t even walk down the cleaning aisle or into a…
Author: sherylryan
sherylryan
I am the founder and main contributor to Greenopedia. I'm also an organic vegetarian, natural product enthusiast, information junkie, and obsessive label-reader! I live in Los Angeles and when I remember to step away from my laptop, you'll usually find me hiking, brunching, or yoga-ing... pretty much in that order.
I’m just going to come right out and say it. Spending money on glass cleaners completely unnecessary! Most store-bought glass cleaners use ammonia as their active ingredient. Sure, ammonia does a beautiful job on glass. But its fumes can really…
With a cleaning product for every use imaginable, it’s easy to accumulate a ton of chemicals under the sink. And with all that clutter, how many times have you bought cleaners that you didn’t realize you already had? Skip the…
Chlorine bleach does an amazing job of getting your dirty socks, tees, and washcloths white again. But like most chemicals that make our lives easier, bleach’s superpower comes at a price. The harsh fumes from chlorine are dangerous to inhale…
You know those fabric softener commercials? The ones with the pretty moms getting all cozy with a dryer sheet? Or taking a big ol’ whiff of their towels after they come out of the dryer? If your fabric softener has…