Make the Switch to Non-Toxic Bathroom Products
Reduce the toxins in your life in a room you spend time in every day! Most people spend a sizable amount of time in their bathroom each day, between showering and getting ready to seize the day! However, common bathroom products like your shower curtain, bathmat, towels, and more, may have hidden toxins and chemicals that can have negative effects on your health.
As you work towards a healthier version of yourself, consider making the switch to non-toxic versions of these common bathroom items:
Shower Water Filters
Using a shower water filter is essential to an overall non-toxic bathroom. Did you know skin is your body’s biggest organ? Protect it by ensuring only clean water touches your skin during your daily showers. Shower water filters can remove chemicals, such as chlorine, from your water, helping to improve your overall health. If you have dry skin or hair, a shower water filter is also a must! Chlorine and other water contaminants have been found to cause dry, itchy skin and hair.
Bathroom Towels
Wet bathroom towels are the perfect breeding ground for mold and mildew, which thrive in moist environments. Polyester is not an ideal material for bathroom towels, as it often has chemicals known as bisphenols which can become toxic to both humans and our environment. Instead, search for organic cotton towels on your journey to a toxin-free bathroom.
Shower Curtains
Have you considered the materials your shower curtain is made of? Many shower curtains are made from cheap waterproof materials like polyvinyl chloride (PVC). PVC is full of toxins, such as BPAs, dioxins, and more. For a nontoxic bathroom, consider an EVA shower curtain instead. If you’re seeking to avoid plastic altogether, hemp shower curtains also work great. These can be washed and used again and again. We don’t recommend using cotton or linen, as they often can attract the buildup of mold.
Ditch Toxic Shower Products
Most conventional daily shower cleaners are full of harmful and toxic chemicals, which may not even be listed on the label. Instead, make a simple DIY solution to spray in the shower that is free of harsh chemicals. Many simple natural solutions, such as a vinegar solution can help prevent mold build-up and effectively clean your shower. Always make sure you leave your bathroom as dry as possible, using your exhaust fan, to prevent the buildup of mold and mildew.
In addition, the body and self-care products you use matter too. Things like shampoo, body wash, and soaps, directly touch your skin and may be exposing you to harsh chemicals.
Make the important switch to products with cleaner and safer ingredients, whether store-bought or DIY. You’d be surprised to learn how many natural ingredients, such as coconut oil, can be used effectively as health and beauty products.
Non-Toxic Bathmats
When you step in and out of your daily shower, your feet are directly exposed to your bathmat. Opting for a non-toxic bathmat, such as this Bath Stone Zen mat, can help you prevent the buildup of toxic mold and bacteria in your bathroom. This excellent bathmat works differently than traditional bathmats, using ceramic-like material that feels like a natural stone. Not only will you help prevent mold, but you’ll also love the unique style of this non-toxic bathmat.
Make the Switch
Living an all-around healthy life, free of toxins, takes time and dedication. With a few simple upgrades for these common bathroom items, you can take the necessary steps towards a healthier tomorrow.
