While we love a spring deep clean, harsh chemicals can leave a lingering smell, and some commonly used ingredients have even been proven to disrupt our hormones.

All these things are a no-go when we’re trying to be healthier and more eco-conscious. The next time you’re on the hunt for new home and personal-care products, try one of these non-toxic options.

Cleaning Products

This multipurpose cleaner is diluted with water to make all-purpose, bathroom and streak-free solutions in reusable spray bottles. It’s fragrance- free, plant- and mineral-based and biodegradable, making it safe for use everywhere from the kitchen to your pet’s favourite toy.

Branch Basics CLEANING ESSENTIALS KIT, $125

Bedding

These organic made-in-Canada cotton sheets are GOTS certified, so you can enjoy a breathable, comfortable sleep knowing your bedding is responsibly made and free of synthetic pesticides and fertilizers.

Coyuchi Organic Cotton Crinkled Percale QUEEN SHEET SET, $289

Mattress

Photo by Silk & Snow

We spend one-third of our lives in our beds, so why not change out your mattress for something free from toxins and chemicals? Organic mattresses tend to be more durable, are less likely to off-gas and are naturally hypoallergenic. This one from the Canadian brand Silk & Snow easily regulates temperature for your healthiest sleep yet.

The S&S Organic Firm Queen MATTRESS, $1,250

Shampoo & Conditioner

Photo by Prose

Not only is Prose phthalate- and sulfate-free (they can dry out your hair and irritate your scalp), it’s also customizable to you. Take the brand’s online quiz to answer questions that range from how oily your hair is to how often you heat-style—you’ll receive a formula recommendation that addresses your specific needs.

PROSE Custom Shampoo and Conditioner, $42 each

Body Wash

 

This nourishing body wash takes away the dirt and debris from the day while offering a spa-like experience everyone will enjoy. Made with niacinamide, plant extracts and fatty acid-rich oils, but without SLS, silicones or phthalates, this soothing cleanser locks in moisture without stripping your skin. The Body Wash is also available in a fragrance-free option.

NÉCESSAIRE The Body Wash in Eucalyptus, $52

Towels

 

These plush and absorbent organic, fair-trade bath towels from the Canadian brand Takasa are free from harmful chemicals and certified by GOTS. Choose from four earth-friendly colours.

Organic and Fair-trade Cotton BATH TOWELS in Natural, Alps, White, Desert, $88 each

Dishwasher

 

Many eco-friendly dishwashing detergents struggle to remove stuck-on food but not Puracy. These chlorine bleach-, SLES- and phosphate-free pods will leave your dishes spotless without any film or residue. BONUS: The packaging for each pod is biodegradable too!

Puracy Dishwasher DETERGENT PODS, $23

Floor Mop

 

This spray mop removes more than 99 per- cent of bacteria with just water, keeping floors clean without harsh chemicals. What’s more, the microfibre mop head is reusable—simply toss it in the wash between cleaning sessions!

Vileda ProMist MAX Microfibre SPRAY MOP, $32

Laundry

 

If you’re looking for a laundry detergent that’s free from synthetic dyes, fragrances and toxins, try Molly’s Suds. It’s strong enough to remove tough stains while still being safe for sensitive skin. Plus, it’s available in an unscented option as well as five plant-derived scents.

Molly’s Suds Unscented LAUNDRY POWDER, $19

Dish Soap

 

If you’re worried that a plant-derived dish soap won’t cut through grease and grime like some other brands, you need to try Ecover. The fragrance-free and biodegradable formula comes in a bottle made with recycled and plant-based plastics.

Ecover Zero Fragrance Free DISH SOAP, $5.50

Paint

 

We love a fresh paint job after a long, dark winter. Benjamin Moore’s Eco Spec line contains zero VOCs and is asthma- and allergy-friendly. Plus, it has minimal odour, so no more “wet paint” smell.

Eco Spec PAINT, benjaminmoore.ca

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