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This is the nitty, gritty version. To see these articles organized into detox guides (like into guides for cleaning, self-care, interior design, etc), then please click on the button, Detox Guides, below.
Nontoxic Floor Cleaner for 6 Types of Flooring
By Angela Cummings and Sophia Ruan Gushée
Children spend a lot of time on floors: grabbing toys, eating toys (and other objects in sight), drooling on toys, and repeating this pattern. This cycle provides ample opportunities for...
One Simple Tip for Finding Nontoxic Dishwasher Detergent
by Angela Cummings and Sophia Ruan Gushée
Are you concerned about harmful chemicals in dishwasher detergent?
We are.
Dishwasher detergents can remain on cups and glasses, even after running through the rinse cycle.
Adding a rinse...
3 Nontoxic Cleaning Recipes for Kitchen Cabinets
by Angela Cummings and Sophia Ruan Gushée
Kitchen cabinets accumulate grime and dirt from everyday use. Over time, wood surfaces and door knobs can develop a thick layer of grime. Not to mention stuck-on foods...
Clean Your Shower of Mold and Mildew Without Toxic Chemicals
by editorial team and Sophia Ruan Gushée
Showers can accumulate mildew and mold that can stain the grout and caulk in your shower. Keeping the shower walls clean helps minimize bad odors and staining.
Remember that you...
Spring clean without toxic chemicals: It's possible!
Deep cleaning doesn't have to involve toxic chemicals or conventional cleaning products. For eight years, I've had great success with a tried-and-true approach.
If you're ready to detox your spring cleaning and would like help starting, then...
10 Household Products to Detox
by Angela Cummings and Sophia Ruan Gushée
Household products—like cleaners, paints, and fragrances—contribute to half of our urban air pollution, according to a study led by the National Oceanic and...
Mixing Cleaning Products: Is it Safe?
by Angela Cummings and Sophia Ruan Gushée
It’s sooo tempting to mix household cleaning products to create the most powerful cleaning solutions to fight stubborn stains and grime. However, this...
Are Your Cleaning Products Contributing to Asthma?
by Angela Cummings and Sophia Ruan Gushée
A clean home can be both healthy and a risk factor for developing asthma(1)(2)
How? The cleaning products you use is important.
The video below summarizes key findings...
Reduce Chemical Exposure from Household Cleaning Products
by Angela Cummings and Sophia Ruan Gushée
The cleaning products we use affect not just those who clean, but also those who occupy the space of the cleaned areas. In our homes, that includes adults, children, and unborn children.
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ALERT: Your gym bag is probably gross! Detox tips for your workout and gym bag.
Earlier today, I dropped by the office of ELLE Magazine in NYC to discuss detox tips for your gym bag and workout. The Facebook Live video is below in case you missed it. You can also read the detox tips further down.
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Jumpstart your home detox with Sophia's shopping list for her household staples. They're her favorite low toxic items that she can't live without.
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