Then, lauryl alcohol is treated with sulfur trioxide gas or chlorosulfuric acid to produce Sodium Lauryl Sulfate. It took about 2 days to clear my lungs from it. Strangely, the other scents do not bother me and I like them, but I will avoid all the Meyers products now because maybe ALL the scents are toxic and I cant detect it. Theyre just not exactly the whole truth. Also, there are surfactants in this product that I want to discuss. I cannot be anywhere near it. Compared to the more mainstream detergents I definitely would. I am so happy that I found You! Im sorry you had that bad experience with Mrs. Meyers. Dont bother thank you very much! | Terms & Conditions | Privacy Policy | Disclaimer. I hope you will subscribe so we can keep in touch: https://ireadlabelsforyou.com/subscribe/ ~Irina. After washing and drying a load I noticed the clothes did look cleaner, slightly brighter. I dont recommend anyone use these products. Im about halfway through the bottle and very close to dumping it down the drain. The detergent is a biological washing liquid. Can you recommend hand soap and laundry detergent that is toxin free? 1-8 of 182 Reviews. I suggest you always take claims made by a brand with a grain of salt. My next week post is going to be on bar soap. I have used Mrs. Meyers products in the past, and I can say that, yes, they are just as effective as other cleaners (both conventional and non-toxic) when it comes to getting the job done. What a scam they are. Im not done bitching, just completed an FDA complaint form. Even if a brand was originally founded at least in part by a desire to create safer and more natural products, once its under the umbrella of a corporation, theres one thing and one thing only that matters: profit. It is true saponified soap does not work well with it. I found it to drying to my skin. I would never use this product again.It left a nasty white film on the dishes.The glasses were so bad I had to hand wiash and scrub. The first change in Mrs. Meyers products as I mentioned above is the disclosure of their fragrance ingredients and warning us that there are allergens among them. Well, true I guess. What I have notice is some of their scents I enjoy, other scents I did not like at all, smelled too sweet, or too strong. Yikes, thats quite unfortunate! Right there, plain as day, was the ingredient I was looking for: Fragrance (Parfum). Currently, they send Mrs. Meyers products for free if your order exceeds $20. We placed it in a plastic bag knotted it and threw it in trash! I have had issues with eczema on my hands, or I am still trying to figure out what I actually have dry fingertips, cracked skin etc. 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. Did you ever end up finding one? Im chemically sensitive and have a terrible reaction to synthetic fragrances. You know exactly what youre getting, warts and all. Boyfriend could not detect that fragrance and thought it smelled good. In their assessment, Mrs. Meyer's products range from 3 to 6 on their 10-point hazard scale (that's moderately hazardous). If swallowed, drink a glassful of water. Sodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate a coconut derived readily biodegradable gentle surfactant with viscosity modifying characteristics from coconut Another really gentle surfactant, Coconut Acid a coconut derived gentle cleanser and emulsifier, Amylase Enzyme Blend removes starch stains and helps surfactant ingredients clean even better, Mannanase Enzyme Blend removes organic stains and helps the detergent ingredients clean even better, Lipase Enzyme Blend removes fat and oil stains and helps the detergent ingredients clean even better, Citrus Limon (Lemon) Peel Oil provides fragrance, Abies Alba (Fir) Leaf Oil provides fragrance and cleaning efficacy, Cymbopogon Schoenanthus (Lemongrass) Oil provides fragrance and reduces foaming, Methylisothiazolinone while this is a non-formaldehyde preservative which ther company proudly claim, this preservative. I am very very sensitive to the synthetic chemicals fragrances and such. This debate is vital to the integrity of any consumer product and its commitment to full disclosure. I use these products daily as does my cleaning lady. I'm on a mission to help you make informed and practical decisions about products you buy. Also thank you for being a pioneer! Or simply make our own cleaning solutions, which is fairly simple to do. It is rated 1 (with 10 as most toxic) and has limited data in the EWG Skin Deep database . On the whole, Mrs. Meyers might be better than more conventional cleaning products, but we cant recommend it as 100% non-toxic. We will find out as soon as we look at their ingredients. Thanks for this post. Does anyone else find these titles, for example of these plant essential oils silly? While in the privy of one of my favorite restaurants (lots of local & sustainable NYC restaurants love Mrs. Meyers), I decided to peek at the label to confirm my suspicions. Required fields are marked *. The fragrance ingredients contain some of those that we discussed above geraniol, hexyl cinnamal, and linalool. Only a small fraction of plastics get recycled anyway (even if the consumer actually puts it in the proper bin in the right way). This entry was posted on February 10, 2011 at 12:47 pm and is filed under blog, health, home. In addition, there are three essential oils: If this was the crux of the formulation Id have been singing its praises from the rooftops. Mrs. Thelma A. Meyer is an Iowa native and mother of nine. This site contains affiliate links, which means we may earn a commission if you choose to make a purchase. I am here looking it up from Google. When in reality theyre fragrance has chemicals!!! Mrs. Meyers Clean Day Liquid Dish Soap Lavender Relaxing Lavender Scent. Web: http://www.wholefoodsmarket.com/mission-values/environmental-stewardship/eco-scale/rating-system, Companies that join the "Caring Consumer" program of People for the Ethical Treatment of Animals, a leading international animal rights advocacy organization, attest that "neither they nor their ingredient suppliers conduct or commission any animal tests on ingredients, formulations or finished products, and that they pledge not to do so in the future. They are truly natural, not synthetic. I usually only have natural and safe products in my home. Needless, to say I got to feeling really sick with pounding headaches ( I never get headaches) after eating off the dishes that had been washed with Meyers so I decided to investigate as to what could have caused my issues and I found your blog. So, I think the Olive Oil ingredient does nothing, and you need to decrease the quantity of the concenrate chemicals/ingredients. Don't subscribe So far, there is no information on what may be safe levels of exposure to benzisothiazolinone in cosmetic products from the point of view of sensitization. At this time, Mrs. Meyers does not offer any fragrance-free products. I recently watched a documentary on the chemicals that are not disclosed on the products we use everyday. Therefore, if you use Mrs. Meyers cleaner, please wear gloves. Their website says they us safe synthetic ingredients. I looked at the bottle again today because my clothes were smelling unusually good ,as if I had gone back to my Downey days. Their dish soap contained more than 10 ppm of 1,4 dioxane, which is a carcinogen. 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. The results were very good indeed. , Hi, Patsy! I usually buy free of all dyes, chemicals and perfumes. I wish I had checked before I wasted my money. Siberian Fir Needle? or Dalmatian Sage to our domestic environment? I recently had a friend (who sells essential oils) send me an article really bashing the brand and its ingredients. Ohhhhhhh. 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. A lot of people on their Facebook Page seem equally displeased. I immediately told her to discontinue its use but the damage had been done by some of the dishes that had been washed with this stuff. Well, then the pandemic came and I was not using those products and I had to use Lanolin Oil to see if it would work. They cut through grease, remove stuck-on grime, and generally do what they need to do. But The Ingredient Lists are Long & Hard to Decipher, 4. I recommend products containing them on my blog. The lavender smells exactly like the avon product everyone use to use as bug repellent. In their assessment, Mrs. Meyers products range from 3 to 6 on their 10-point hazard scale (thats moderately hazardous). Thanks , Hi, Sara: It looks like they use phenoxyethanol, fragrance as a mixture of undisclosed ingredients, and Cocamidopropyl betaine so they wont be qualified to be promoted on my blog. This approach provides consistent performance, quality, and safety in every bottle. The BASIL scent makes me absolutely sick to my stomach, gives me a headache, and sends me into mild anxiety. But I cant see past those two preservatives. Do you feel the ingredients are safe to shower with? I originally bought the countertop spray with the thought of, use a natural product now, and when its empty I have a great spray bottle to use for my DIY cleaner. All they are are additional products to buy with an added type of fragrance perfume that isnt even necessary. Hi, Kim: Yes, I visited their glossary. Safe Household Cleaning is reader-supported. When possible, EWG's Guide rates all available versions. ~Irina, Hi! Blech! My hand soap says it also has formaldehyde , I have chemical reactions to lots soaps, cleaning supplies etc. Multipurpose cleaner I have to smell everything I use as I have a Heavy meatl toxicity issue which exacerbates all the smells. But sadly, shes not the only green game in town that has this vital flaw. For example, Cocamide DEA which is considered a carcinogenis derived from coconut oil. A part of me wonders if there is some kind of genetic factor when it comes to Mrs. Meyers. Then about 2 months ago I was given those products , and I had a feeling that my skin deteriorated due to those products. I just read your article. Mrs. Meyers currently operates under The Caldrea Company, which is owned by S. C. Johnson. No more Mrs. Meyers products for me. Now that I am reading this post and the comments it all makes more sense. Maybe as a garage floor cleaner but definitely not for things we put in our mouths. TL; DR: Is Mrs. Meyers Really a Clean Brand? The real deal. ~Irina, I I used the rosemary handsoap I believe it was .. yesterday and had a instant severe allergic reaction to it. Im really curious to know what the common ingredient is so I can avoid it in the future. Even my light blue tee shirt had anground-in orangey stain that was noticeably faded. Its still the same issue with this brand of dish soap and products. I also hate cilantro. Not okay Mrs. Meyers. If product gets in eyes, rinse with water. Well, it did a great miracle and my skin was healing. (I use Braggs Organic ACV). Start your own freaking cleaning product company and stop complaining The Filtery is produced on the traditional territory of the Kaskaskia, Osage, Shawandasse Tula, Myaamia, Adena, and Hopewell Tribal Nations. These ingredients arent added intentionally (and therefore wont be found on any ingredient labels, no matter how transparent), but theyve been found in personal care products and cosmetics more than a few times. (Well answer that question in a minute!). Even harder to understand why products are being sold when they are so clearly harmful. If you have asthma stay away from this product. In fact, they are on my approved list of preservatives. I would love to help you! I have found a company whose products I love..Better Life (http://cleanhappens.com). I wonder if there is a similar issue with one of these fragrances, because the vast majority of people seem to love the smell, but it makes a small minority feel very, very ill.). But they have been chosen to boost performance as well as scent. Foxglove is natural but will kill you if ingested. ~Irina, Hi there. Firstly, with limited data means that there are not enough safety studies. Its slightly more expensive than supermarket detergents. It depends If you cant use regular soap because of hard water, youre looking for an option that you can find in most stores or Amazon, and you dont have individual sensitivity to chemicals in the 7th Generation hand liquid, this is a good option for you. Products bearing the Leaping Bunny mark are certified cruelty-free under the Humane Household Products Standard, managed in the U.S. and Canada by the Coalition for Consumer Information on Cosmetics, a coalition of eight national animal protection groups. Because manufacturers are not required to disclose the ingredients in their fragrance formulations, many times we see fragrance on products labels as if it were just one ingredient. Date entered: 11/30/2012. Synthetic ingredients are not harmless.. This product was pushed by a health food sales clerk onto my elderly mother as an all natural product. You can also subscribe without commenting. I mean, look at this ingredient list for their Honeysuckle Multi-Surface Everyday Cleaner How many normal working people can actually figure out what these mean much less if theyre safe for their family!? Mrs. Meyers Products Are Free From Some of the Worst Ingredients, 3. We really like your web site and hope you will eventually eventually require one of our options. Only the third drug works for him and it is not on his Part D plan's formulary. Unfortunately, there are one or two ingredients in there you should be aware of before buying. Id rather focus on solutions than problems. Mrs. Meyer's Products Are Free From Some of the "Worst" Ingredients. Force of Nature Cleaner Review (12 Pros & Cons). This doesnt mean they are bad for everybody. Meyers Clean Day products not only make me sick, but they also dont smell like what they say they smell like. It's Actually Quite You may have seen Force of Nature cleaner around the internet. dont get me started! I hadnt realized the products had synthetic fragrances. We can see that the preservatives we discussed above are here, too. It is more noticeable on brown skin. Water can kill you if you drink too much. Required fields are marked *. Stay tuned for part 2 of why I think Mrs. Meyers stinks: synthetic fragrance-free solutions! So natural things can have an ill-effect on people too. The mixture I made of ACv & water smells moldy. Your email address will not be published. Again, that does not mean that they are safe to eat. Thank you for this post! (As a side note, there is a genetic variation in the human genome that makes a small number of people think that cilantro tastes like soap. When you do not know what the ingredients are, you cant make a fully informed decision about the product. 3. Mrs. Meyers please cut out the synthetics- and I will try you again. Yes, Mrs. Meyers products are certified Leaping Bunny cruelty-free and vegan. 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