How to choose household products that respect your health and the planet

How to choose household products that respect your health and the planet

“Ecological cleaning, a top-notch home.”

Cleaning your home doesn't mean polluting your indoor air and the environment. Find out how to select safe, green products.

  1. Check labels
    • Look for certifications such as EcoCert, EU Ecolabel or NF Environnement.
  2. Ban bleach
    • Highly aggressive to the skin and respiratory tract, it can be replaced by white vinegar or sodium percarbonate.
  3. Opt for refillable packaging
    • More and more brands are offering refills to limit plastic waste.
  4. Read the ingredients list
    • The fewer the better. Beware of compounds such as phthalates and formaldehyde.
  5. Make your own products
    • A little black soap, bicarbonate and essential oil: a simple recipe for a multi-purpose cleaner.

Conclusion

Choosing responsible household products is a simple but powerful act. You protect your health, reduce indoor pollution and preserve the environment.

To find out more:

Discover Que Choisir 's comparative tests to check whether a product is toxic or not.

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