We appreciate your interest! All content on this website is for informational and educational purposes only. Even if I LIKED the smell of Mrs. Meyers products, the fragrance is WAY too strong. Back to vinegar, water, and essential oils for me! Just because something is Green Seal certified (ahem, Simple Green) does not mean it is healthy, it just means it is not considered to be detrimental to the ecosystem. My hand soap says it also has formaldehyde , I have chemical reactions to lots soaps, cleaning supplies etc. Do the ingredients match the claims. Lavender shouldnt smell like anything other than lavender. I coughed and hacked so hard, was unable to get my breath. Another of the unpronounceable isothiazolinones. Any experience with Dr. Bonners organic products? The ingredients I would like to draw your attention to are fragrance and preservatives. Of course, a long and complicated ingredient list doesnt automatically something is bad, but it can add to the frustration many consumers feel when trying to reduce the amount of toxins in their homes. I also break out in hives if I touch cayenne pepper and even baby powder. Or simply make our own cleaning solutions, which is fairly simple to do. Mrs. Meyer's Products Are Free From Some of the "Worst" Ingredients. I have the same reaction to Meyers cleaning products. Greenwashing is essentially when a company markets something as eco-friendly, natural, sustainable, or non-toxic when its actually not. Manufacturers frequently make changes to their product ingredients, formulations or labeling, and older versions may still be on store shelves or in your home. My favorite products that I have come across are from Better Life. Ive used Lysol and from time to time did not wear gloves, and my skin was fine..dont try this out. by Connie Pitts. Mrs. Meyers products are the worst due to the strength of the smell, but Ive also caught of whiff of the same nausea-inducing scent in a Method cleaner and in an organic bubble bath. Im tossing this poison. Its still the same issue with this brand of dish soap and products. The first surfactant is Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine. Read Reviews. I went to the doctor and had to get a nebulizer treatment. I mean I enjoy yummy smelling and new products too, but I have a messy man 2messy kids, and pets. This means they do not kill germs, but rather, lower the number of germs by wiping them away (along with other bacteria, dirt, etc.). I'm so glad you're here! As sustainable and natural living has become more important to consumers in recent decades, greenwashing has become a real problem, and its something consumers should be mindful of when theyre shopping. However, please note, that just because something is all natural doesnt mean it is safe or hypo-allergenic. Thank you so much for writing this. Look at the ingredients! I funnel it all into an empty detergent container (like Ecos or Seventh Generation, which are the two I use in a pinch). Citronella oil is in Murphy soap. It freaked me out and now I want to ditch all my cleaners, body products and even my kids clothing! Lavendar is the worst, as it smells like poison and I can taste it in the air after someone uses it. ~Irina. However, I believe that they are much safer than methylisothiazolinone and benzisothiazolinone. Many people including myself can be sensitive or allergic to natural things pollen, certain plants and animals, some natural foods like dairy, eggs, shellfish. I use these products daily as does my cleaning lady. About the ratings: EWG provides information on cleaning product ingredients from the published scientific literature, to supplement incomplete data available from companies and the government. I did some googling, and found this: Why I think Mrs. Meyers Stinks Im not the only one who has a reaction to Mrs. []. We were using the countertop spray where I work on the counters and I NOTICED EVERYTIME SOMEONE SPRAYED IT MY TONGUE STARTED TO SWELL UP! They regularly release seasonal and special edition scents as well. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Blog at WordPress.com. Lavender seems the closest; I know they use essential oils in that one. All they are are additional products to buy with an added type of fragrance perfume that isnt even necessary. They are sold at Target. Its slightly more expensive than supermarket detergents. What could you tell him to do?, Mr. Polanski likes the cost of an HMO plan available in his area, but would like to be able to visit . Stainless steel appliance polish (. Right there, plain as day, was the ingredient I was looking for: Fragrance (Parfum). Hello again, Lastly, what does that *asterisk* next to the Recyclable Packaging mean? But theres simply no reason to do that when it comes to household cleaning products. Your email address will not be published. And Bobs Red Mill is processed differently, at least the article I read a long time ago said so. But unfortunately, there are three ingredients in particular that stood out for all the wrong reasons. The ratings indicate the relative level of concern posed by exposure to the ingredients in this product - not the product itself - compared to other product formulations. Quite the opposite they shout about them from the rooftops. On the lower end are detergents that cost just $.10 per load. If you have asthma stay away from this product. [] contains synthetic fragrances and other not-so-good-for-us ingredients, as described here in Why I Think Mrs. Meyers Stinks. Hi Irina what do you use for detergent and fabric softener products then? Dont get me wrong, eons and eons better than the standard, commercial cleaning products of old, but do I really need to add cilantro, lavender, or whatever other random scent they come up with? I couldnt resist asking what brand of dish soap she was using, knowing full well what the answer would be. My mother is very allergic to cats and roses. Its also a true detergent and not a soap it uses more modern chemical surfactants to do the cleaning work. After a bit of digging i found that a lot of restaurants used NOBLE CHEMICAL INC. products. Lets take a look at some of the eco-friendly phrases we found on Mrs. Meyers website and products with a bit of a critical eye: Garden-Inspired Scents >> While that may be true, it doesnt actually mean anything. Just because its so called all natural and maybe organic, does not mean it is safe for the skin. Patricia B Learn how your comment data is processed. I would love them to stock boxes of A&H washing soda and 64 oz size of Dr Bonners and other simple, hard to get staples. I do have a website where these products can be purchased. I am very very sensitive to the synthetic chemicals fragrances and such. Can you please tell me if you know anything about Branch Basics and what you I am here looking it up from Google. We really like your web site and hope you will eventually eventually require one of our options. Thankfully I made the connection, we stopped using the product immedietely. Their dish soap contained more than 10 ppm of 1,4 dioxane, which is a carcinogen. I sprayed some in the sink & squirted a little on the floor to do around the base of the toilet. If you are not sensitive you will be. (There are also things like phthalates and parabens on the fragrance list, but Mrs. Meyers has already said they dont use those, so at least we can cross those off.). If youre interested, here are some more deep dives into some similar brands: Founded all the way back in 2001, Mrs. Meyers (whose full brand name is actually Mrs. Hello Josh! And plenty of synthetic are completely harmless. I dont generally have allergy symptoms or use fabric softener. At this time, Mrs. Meyers does not offer any fragrance-free products. To learn more about the dangers of artificial fragrance, read Get a Whiff of This: Perfumes (fragrances) the Invisible Chemical Poisons S.C. Johnson as well as several of the brands it owns has gotten in trouble in the past for things like toxic ingredients in its products, testing on animals, and greenwashing. EWG is in the process of updating this score. PURE ingredients that wont harm our families and pets, waterways, the environment or our homes. Another year has gone by and just today someone showed me the dry scaly fingertips and cuts on their fingers from dish washing without wearing gloves. Date entered: 11/30/2012. At least I didnt use it on my face, so its still soft and not painfully dry and damaged like the rest Maybe it burned my skin? If you or your loved ones dont have any skin conditions or other chronic health concerns that may be exacerbated by allergens or irritants, you might consider using up what you have and then buying something better next time. Thanks for the research you did. Replies to my comments P.S. I do not take companies safety claims at face value. ~Irina, Thanks, Irina, for the info. The new laundry soap and dishwasher powder work so well. No headaches, rashes etc. But they have been chosen to boost performance as well as scent. Hello- I got a response that said, OOps, weve had a filing error whatever that is and gives a link to a coupon. Have you visited the mrsmeyers.com/ingredients-glossary ? Therefore, if you use Mrs. Meyers cleaner, please wear gloves. I think a lot of this depends on ones sensitivity and also how many OTHER synthetic scents are in the home; everything from shampoo to deodorant, to laundry products, scented candles, everything. I got this hand soap thinking it was only scented with essential oils. They are created through the process of ethoxylation in which carcinogenic ethylene oxide is reacted with other ingredients to make them less harsh on the skin. Idk My skin has never been in this condition before I tried this product. CP, Hi, Chrissy, be sure to check out my Shop: https://ireadlabelsforyou.com/shop/ ~Irina. I just wish vinegar came in a powder form and sold in a box no plastics for me! Please feel free to visit myIRLFY Shopto check out the products I approve of and recommend. 3. Lets give an answer to it. I just rescued a bird and was told to use apple cider vinegar and water (1/2 & 1/2) to clean. Mrs. Meyers makes me so sick. A lot of people on their Facebook Page seem equally displeased. Thank you for sharing! Mrs. Meyers gives me terrible headaches and I can see why! So while its not a stain remover, Id certainly use it for an everyday wash. It is rated 1 (with 10 as most toxic) and has limited data in theEWG Skin Deep database. Best wishes, Octego Ltd. One of my kittys was having difficulty breathing after I used Lemon Verbena scented Mrs Meyers, figured it was the citrus. I ended up running out of the room, and now have pain in my chest & my head is killing me, probably from coughing so hard. I love all the products I have tried from them, but the hand soaps have been a daily game-changer for me. For example, Cocamide DEA which is considered a carcinogenis derived from coconut oil. My father and I absolutely cant stand the stuff. I found them at Whole Foods and wont buy anything but their products. In short, to answer the question posed in the title as to the safety of Mrs. Meyers products, unfortunately, I do not recommend them. Any recommendations, as I have been using Mrs. Meyers for years and appreciate what you wrote. Oh, this is good. "Definitely a family favorite. Along with that he has autism so it can be difficult to know if something is bothering him so I chose to know what Im using before hand just in case. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like Mr. Zachow has a condition for which three drugs are available. Mrs Meyers products are toxic, and I thank you for spreading the word. I have also had reactions to certain natural cosmetics. While I understand your concern, I have to say I absolutely Love their basil scent cleaners. I trust my senses first, but when I want a little confirmation for my concerns, I turn to the Environmental Working Group (EWG) cosmetic database. It's especially popular among parents because of how safe yet truly effective it is, especially for things like killing viruses and disinfecting after accidents. (Well answer that question in a minute!). I do think more people need to be warned about Mrs. Meyers products so thanks for the validation. Eco-Me is a 100% natural cleaning, pet and personal care product line that uses ingredients found right in the kitchen like vinegar, baking soda and olive oil as well pure plant essential oils for fragrance to create effective, healthy, and safe products for your entire family. Even knowing its not a 100%, I would still recommend it for people who are trying to do right by the earth, but still want the clean smell without the added chemical smell. The new breed are aware of the problems caused by the traditional approach to manufacturing cleaning products. Life begins to smell (naturally) sweet again. Only the third drug works for him and it is not on his Part D plan's formulary. The greatest distinction here is this: It is not a synthetic cleaning product making false claims of being safe or environmentally friendly. ~Irina. I dont know about you, but I like to know whats in the stuff Im washing my hands with or spraying on my kitchen countertop. When in reality theyre fragrance has chemicals!!! I decided to become a consultant to educte others as well. Transparency is really important, so Ill give Mrs. Meyers at least some credit for this. Im about halfway through the bottle and very close to dumping it down the drain. People gave me products of theirs and I had to throw them away for the same reason. Finally I dumped the entire container down the toilet and begged my significant other to run buy some decent detergent. I am allergic to Russian thistle (tumble weed) which is natural and grows all over here in the west. You might be right, Maddie! The thing with these claims is that theyre not necessarily outright lies. Once its all incorporated, add up to a gallon of water. What appears on the label: Water, Sodium Lauryl Sulfate, Lauryl Glucoside, Polysorbate 20, Lauramine Oxide, Fragrance, Glycerin, Ocimum Basilicum (Basil) Oil, Carum Petroselinum (Parsley) Seed Oil, Piper Nigrum (Black Pepper) Seed OIl, Quillaja Saponaria (Soap) Bark Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Leaf, Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate, Citric Acid, PEG-5 Cocoate, Methylisothiazolinone, Benzisothiazolinone. I dont think its fragrance, its what fragrance cover. P.S. Wondering if you have any recommendations on the following: (This cant be said for many other personal care and cleaning brands, especially the larger and more conventional ones.) NO TOXIC CHEMICALS!!!! QUILLAJA SAPONARIA (SOAPBARK) BARK EXTRACT. Rinse greasy pots and pans in warm water. Ive heard good things about Charlies Soap and Soap Nuts, but havent tried either one. Mrs. Meyers Clean Day detergent promotes itself as natural, rooted in goodness. 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