Air Fresheners: 8 natural and non-toxic alternatives that actually work

Once again, as good eco-consumers do not let yourself become intoxicated by the fragrant essences that have nothing to do with the nature if not confuse us. Are the chemical deodorants interior to attract our attention: the so-called "airfresheners" In fact, the air release Volatile Organic Compounds (VOCs), chemicals "irritating to eyes, nose, throat, allergenic when inhaled or even suspected of carcinogenicity» as confirmed by the Ministry of Health in the Directorate General for Healthcare.

If the effects are negative for the environment and for our health because there are laws that regulate the matter by requiring manufacturers to report to label the ingredients used in deodorants for indoor environments? In this regard, the EU approved the Reach the new European regulation for the registration, evaluation and authorization of chemicals by banning recently a blacklist of over 40 chemicals that can be placed on the market prior authorization ECHA Agency European chemical industry.

 The six most harmful of the list (DEHP, BBP and DBP, musk xylene, the MDA and HBCDD) belong to the family of so-called phthalates resulting oil harmful to health and the environment, contained in deodorants and common in other products on the market (children's toys, fabric softeners, paints, plastics ...). For air fresheners, in particular, the test substance charge is recognized DEHP harmful to health since 2007 (the year of the entry into force of REACH) thanks to a survey conducted by Gina Solomon of the Natural Resources Defense Council.

That said, it is not just for natural alternatives such as opt?

1) ESSENTIAL OILS

- THE GRAPEFRUIT

Extracted by the method of cold pressing of the peel, has antiseptic and refreshing for the home. It has a pleasant citrus scent of clean and a pleasant feeling of freshness. Alternatively, if you do not like the essence of grapefruit can choose other oils for the home (lavender, lemon, pine).

- AT THE 'GREEN

The essential oil green tea do-it-yourself is obtained by mixing in a spray bottle:

water
half lemon juice
a few drops of tea tree oil.
It 's good, fresh, natural, antiseptic and antifungal ... more than that!

2) SPEAKER FOR CANDLES

A house invaded by candles has a style that suits you? Try this speaker candles olive green give a modern twist to furnishings maintaining delicious scents indoor ... Aura Cacia, a manufacturer specializing in aromatherapy products, will give you a hand for every need, and get lost in the fragrance you like the most. Another house in # # mce_temp_url interesting Puressentiel Italy. Its essential oils can be purchased here.

3) NATURAL SPRAY FOR BATH

 How to eliminate odors in the bathroom? If you do not have time to light a match, the JR Watkins Aloe and Green Tea Room Spray is for you. Partner of the Natural Product Association (NPA) from the packaging is entirely recyclable. The bottle has a natural content of 700 ml of the fresh essence of Aloe and Green Tea. All at a price less than 15 euro. If you prefer you can also try to produce it from you by following these simple instructions

4) NATURAL SPRAY-CLEAR ODOR

Clean Air Room Spray is made from Way Out Wax. The formula of its success lies in its ability to neutralize odors by binding particles "bad" because of unpleasant body odor. The variants are scented with lavender, bergamot, lemon and orange. Other eco-friendly products can not miss are the fragrant mixtures for the interior of the Friends of Nature

5) DEODORANT TO ZEOLITE

Zeolite is a mineral that does not cover odors but eliminates them. The deodorant zeolite-based capture smells musty, absorb excess moisture and are usable not only for the cleaning of carpets (they are often marketed as a deodorant only for carpets) but also for the house in general. They are completely odorless and natural. The zeolite used for detergents and for environments is odorless and effective. The products are well tolerated even by people with MCS multiple chemical sensitivity syndrome that manifests with disorders of the respiratory, digestive and nervous system caused by continuous exposure to chemical fragrances.

6) A NICE BUNCH OF EUCALYPTUS


Nothing better than a bunch of dead branches of eucalyptus Room: leaves a fresh and clean for a long time, of course, without prejudicing the rights of the koala!

7) BAGS FOR CEDAR CABINETS

What about the bags containing flowers and fruits of cedar to flavor our closets? Instead of the usual lavender changed as well with the cedar: organic cotton bags are available as an alternative to potpourri or chemical mothballs.

8) STICKS PALOSANTO

The Palo Santo is a typical tree of the Pacific coast of Central and South America, called 'Holy' because it blooms at Christmas and its wood is characterized by a strong natural fragrance that is released by simply turning the stick. The trees are not cut to derive the aromatic wood but are harvested only the parts that fall naturally dried, remaining on the ground from 4 to 10 years.
It 'was during this period that the wood matures its essence. Although the collection is carried out under the control of indigenous peoples since ancient times used the Palo Santo and for its many beneficial properties such as physical and psycho-spiritual remedy for purifying the air of negativity and annoying insects.

Finally always remember to ventilate frequently indoors and avoid or reduce the use of fragrant substances if of uncertain composition.