So many companies claim to be green or all natural but really fall short. Have you tried doTERRA Essential Oils products made from PURE essential oils? Therefore O did this search & with your help noticed that all Mrs Meyers products are no good for my sensitive kitty! Water can kill you if you drink too much. They are truly natural, not synthetic. Water; Decyl Glucoside; Fragrance; Butylphenyl Methylpropional; Cinnamyl Alcohol; Citronellol; Geraniol; Hexyl Cinnamal; Limonene; Linalool; Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Orange) Peel Oil ; Cananga Odorata (Ylang Ylang) Flower Oil ; ethylene brassylate; linalool; gamma-undecalactone; geraniol; cinnamyl alcohol; 3a,4,5,6,7,7a-hexahydro-4,7-methanoinden-6-yl acetate; hexyl acetate; benzyl acetate; phenethyl alcohol; cyclamen aldehyde; butylphenyl methylpropional; phenethyl salicylate; amyl salicylate; 2-t-butylcyclohexyl acetate; methyldihydrojasmonate; allyl heptanoate; hexyl cinnamal; citrus aurantium dulcis (orange) peel oil; 2-phenoxyethyl isobutyrate; dipropylene glycol; Lonicera Japonica (Honeysuckle) Flower Extract; Lauryl Glucoside; Sodium Citrate; Sodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate; Citric Acid; Capryleth-4; Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate; Methylisothiazolinone; Benzisothiazolinone. Life begins to smell (naturally) sweet again. When I complained to the clerk at the health market that the product made me sick, she acted like I was crazy. Ive always suspected Mrs. Meyers soaps included artificial fragrance because a) the scent on my hands did not go away quicklyb) I could taste the scent through my nose, c) the scent made me nauseated. In conclusion, I believe Mrs. Meyers hand soap is not bad. Its stocked throughout the home cleaning aisles at big box stores like Target and Walmart. The BASIL scent makes me absolutely sick to my stomach, gives me a headache, and sends me into mild anxiety. Replies to my comments 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. The real deal. And 1,4 dioxane is also a known carcinogen. The fragrance is nice but after a few squirts on the kitchen counters I am feeling my asthma starting up. Compared to the more mainstream detergents I definitely would. We'll talk about this more in a minute. Some potential for hazards to health or the environment. - so wash up right away. Especially considering how much care and attention they applied in choosing the other ingredients. Interested in a breakdown for a specific brand? I looked at the bottle again today because my clothes were smelling unusually good ,as if I had gone back to my Downey days. Ive used Lysol and from time to time did not wear gloves, and my skin was fine..dont try this out. Hi, Margie, Have you taken a look at their ingredients? Looking very much forward to seeing your work and learning from your expeditionary segment of a newer economic infrastructure, quite a nice sized nich! I was using Method before and discovered the same thing you did. Lastly, what does that *asterisk* next to the Recyclable Packaging mean? Thank you. I totally agree!!! The problem with these ingredients is that they are well-established allergens and sensitizers (which means they can make you even more likely to develop an allergic reaction over time, even if you dont initially). Many brands provide a semi-solution to this problem by offering unscented and fragrance-free options, but Mrs. Meyers is not one of them. Until safe levels of exposure have been established, the use of benzisothiazolinone in cosmetic products as a preservative or for other functions cannot be considered safe in relation to sensitization (source). When comparing the price of laundry detergent, you'll need to divide the cost by the number of loads. I am glad to see that I am not the only person who gets sick from the nasty perfume so many so called healthy products have. I usually read labels thoroughly. Thank you so much for letting me know! As a matter of fact, Sodium Benzoatemay cause an allergic reaction in some sensitive people if used in concentrations over 5% (source). On their website, Mrs. Meyers states that Our products never contain ammonia, chlorine, parabens, phthalates, formaldehyde, artificial colorants, phosphates or petroleum distillates.. I have also had reactions to certain natural cosmetics. Mrs. Meyers currently operates under The Caldrea Company, which is owned by S. C. Johnson. I keep hearing great things about Better Life. It was definitely a mistake to assume that! Can you recommend hand soap and laundry detergent that is toxin free? But unfortunately, a lot of these well-known eco-friendly and natural brands are guilty of greenwashing. Its been ten minutes and my throat and lungs still hurt. I dont even know where to begin with this one Benzisothiazolinone. Is there a particular cleaning product line you recommend? S.C. Johnson acquired The Caldrea Company and Mrs. Meyers in 2008. D. Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day Honeysuckle Countertop Spray. document.getElementById( "ak_js_1" ).setAttribute( "value", ( new Date() ).getTime() ); Blog at WordPress.com. It freaked me out and now I want to ditch all my cleaners, body products and even my kids clothing! Just because its so called all natural and maybe organic, does not mean it is safe for the skin. There are a lot of green cleaning products on the market, and even more jumping on board every day. Of course, I couldnt pass this brand by, especially after hearing from many people that their products are natural and even organic. As for the other fragrance ingredients, even though their rating is 1 (with 10 as most toxic), they have limited safety data as indicated in the EWG Skin Deep database. No headaches, rashes etc. Date entered: 11/30/2012. Hi, Kim: Yes, I visited their glossary. I do have a website where these products can be purchased. I will say that many of Ms. Meyers bottles say theyre Made with at least 30% post-consumer plastic. And while thats certainly better than nothing when it comes to reducing the amount of virgin plastic being generated, there are many other things Mrs. Meyers could do to decrease the amount of plastic in their products (like offer refill or concentrate options, employ compostable paper parts, etc). Healthy, pure, clean air, water, and the removal of the contaminants, dirt, etc. The new laundry soap and dishwasher powder work so well. Greenwashing is essentially when a company markets something as eco-friendly, natural, sustainable, or non-toxic when its actually not. I just left a pet store barely able to breathe. The additional information is definitely helpful. There are a LOT of ethoxylated ingredients out there, and theyre practically impossible to avoid completely (even some of the non-toxic brands we recommend on this site use them at times). 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 do think more people need to be warned about Mrs. Meyers products so thanks for the validation. So much less expensive! I hadnt realized the products had synthetic fragrances. I have to smell everything I use as I have a Heavy meatl toxicity issue which exacerbates all the smells. That is why I dont recommend Mrs. Meyers products or any other products for that matter that contain ethoxylated ingredients. In stores, I hold my breath if I have to pass Mrs. Meyers products. Make sure to report it your reaction to Mrs. Meyers too. This product boasts it has no parabens, phthalates, phosphate, chlorine or formaldehyde. If so, what are your thoughts? Do we really need to add Lemongrass? Also, there are some additional ingredients in fragrance that are associated with allergy. I went to the doctor and had to get a nebulizer treatment. I also used the spray in a shower stall and it affected my eyes, head, and lungs. Secondly, it is a close relative ofcocamidopropyl betaine which was named the Allergen of the Year in 2004 from the American Contact Dermatitis Society. Last Updated on February 28, 2023 by The Filtery. Apple seeds are natural but contain anthracycline which is metabolized to cyanide. You seem like a nice person, and I dont want to attack or disrespect you, but do you really think what you are selling is healthy for people? Mrs. Meyers makes me so sick. May also have poor ingredient disclosure. Thank you so much for writing this. So even though they might not be unsafe, they also cant be said to be safe either. You can see them in processed non-organic food. It contains 1 cup of each: Castile soap (like Dr Bronners), vinegar, baking soda, washing soda (optional), borax (optional). I am the owner of a small cleaning service in TN, and we are wanting to be more intentional about using healthy and friendly products in the homes of our clients. Lemon Verbena Liquid Hand Soap Refill. However, there's also a huge caveat to this: Mrs. Meyer's still uses " fragrance " as an ingredient in all of their products, leading to a big deduction in their "transparency points.". To me, it smells like applesauce. The damage is not really visible on lighter skin types, but I bet the damage is still done. The world safe and synthetic fragrance does not go together. In the end, Mrs. Meyers had to pay $50,000 and bring the levels of 1,4 dioxane in their dish soap to below that limit. Change), You are commenting using your Facebook account. This process is called ethoxylation. 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. I noticed there was mold growing on the inside of the plastic spray bottle in a matter of days. I am glad I have found your article that confirmed my suspicion about their product. It is available on Netflix. But you have to use foaming dispensers with it; otherwise, it is too thin. Well, you can learn about that in my comprehensive Branch Basics Safe Cleaning Products Review. Other products claiming to contain essential oils are just the scent of oils which always includes synthetic ingredients that can cause irritation like you mentioned. The first surfactant is Cocamidopropyl Hydroxysultaine. Its this balance that we hope to achieve with the products we make. And Bobs Red Mill is processed differently, at least the article I read a long time ago said so. I can use these ingredients to clean everything in my home, and then I can leave my nose free to smell what Id like to smell, like the alluring perfume from a woman, or I get to smell that fragrance from a juicy orange that Im about to eat, the herbs simmering as Im making dinner, or the basil plant in the window sill . 1. Their website states: We never, ever test our products on animals, nor are our products made with animal-derived ingredients.. Ethylene oxide is anirritantthats known to cause multiple types ofcancerandinfertility. As for Benzisothiazolinone, the Skin Deep database rates it at 3-6 (used to be 6). To begin, the term natural has no legal definition, and, thus, its meaning may differ depending on the context. Synthetic fragrances are toxic. Once I bought on of the products (s spray cleaners) and after one use I poured it down the drain with one hand while holding my nose with the other. So we know that Mrs. Meyers formulations are free from some of the most notorious toxins like phthalates, but that doesnt mean theyre in the clear. Or simply make our own cleaning solutions, which is fairly simple to do. Some people saying the products must be synthetic and toxic because of the allergic responses they had. (Or Is It Actually Toxic? 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. But its important to remember that plant-based ingredients can also be allergens for some people. All they are are additional products to buy with an added type of fragrance perfume that isnt even necessary. The European Unions Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) considers benzisothiazolinone safe for use as a preservative in cosmetics products up to 0.01% with respect to systemic toxicity. Recyclable Packaging* (less pumps & caps) >> Im personally not too impressed by recyclability anymore. TL; DR: Is Mrs. Meyers Really a Clean Brand? I AM bumming out tho. PURE ingredients that wont harm our families and pets, waterways, the environment or our homes. However, theres also a huge caveat to this: Mrs. Meyers still uses fragrance as an ingredient in all of their products, leading to a big deduction in their transparency points. Well talk about this more in a minute. Meanwhile, my mother, sister, and boyfriend look at us like were crazy. Although Im definitely glad to see that Mrs. Meyers products are made without certain toxic ingredients, it still leaves me wondering what they may have left off that list. Stay tuned for part 2 of why I think Mrs. Meyers stinks: synthetic fragrance-free solutions! Apart from wearing gloves in the kitchen-when working with the dish soap and all purpose spray cleaner, my bare skin was in contact with the bathroom hand soap. Let me know if you need more help. 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. I wrote about them here: https://ireadlabelsforyou.com/branch-basics-safe-cleaning-products/ ~Irina. I got their product samples and reviewing them right now. Ive heard good things about Charlies Soap and Soap Nuts, but havent tried either one. Even if I LIKED the smell of Mrs. Meyers products, the fragrance is WAY too strong. My father and I absolutely cant stand the stuff. How I missed the fragrance ingredient while at the store I have no idea. Thank you for this post! Well look at things like ingredient transparency, their use of safe (or unsafe) ingredients, and the pros and cons of the brand as a whole. Another of the unpronounceable isothiazolinones. Besides, the USDA has very strict regulations for the production, handling, labeling, and enforcement of all USDA organic products. 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. Im tossing this poison. Its not totally transparent about its fragrance ingredients, it contains several different known allergens & irritants, and many of the ingredients are lacking sufficient safety data. Its also a true detergent and not a soap it uses more modern chemical surfactants to do the cleaning work. Definitely on the unnecessary list of products for a sustainable planet. It smells good. Mrs. Meyer's Clean Day detergent promotes itself as natural, "rooted in goodness. Ive been aware of the company for a while and they have quite the backstory. Manufacturers frequently make changes to their product ingredients, formulations or labeling, and older versions may still be on store shelves or in your home. Ive never purchased mrs Meyers, but when I was a home health aide I came across some of these products in peoples homes. Plus, it will save you money! Hi, there! Think?! I recently had a severe reaction to Mrs Meyers Fabric Softener Lavender that caused me to have significant allergy symptoms. These surfactants are considered mild and, hence, are common in baby shampoos and washes. Please check back for updated scores in the near future. Its still the same issue with this brand of dish soap and products. We are glad we can help! A lot of people on their Facebook Page seem equally displeased. Stacks of dirty dishes are unsightly and quickly become smelly - ick! The lavender smells exactly like the avon product everyone use to use as bug repellent. Not on my free blog. Im allergic to every part of it, the pollen and even the juices when I pulled some up once. If you have asthma stay away from this product. Lets give an answer to it. ~Irina. After washing and drying a load I noticed the clothes did look cleaner, slightly brighter. 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. Dont bother thank you very much! I do like the scents of Mrs. Meyers products but it is debatable as to their safety. When you do not know what the ingredients are, you cant make a fully informed decision about the product. If you continue to use this site we will assume that you are happy with it. We appreciate your interest! Just comment below and well consider adding it to our list of upcoming deep dives! To complement the liquid cleaner, Branch Basics carries Oxygen Boost powder that boosts the power of the Branch Basics Concentrate. 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 trust my senses first, but when I want a little confirmation for my concerns, I turn to the Environmental Working Group (EWG) cosmetic database. If product gets in eyes, rinse with water. I was holding Mrs Meyers all purpose in my hand earlier and thought to myselfthis doesnt seem right, Id better go home and check it out before I buy it. Nonetheless, in my opinion, it should have a higher rating for the following reasons. Boyfriend could not detect that fragrance and thought it smelled good. problems caused by the traditional approach to manufacturing cleaning products, the new breed of company arent scared to disclose their ingredients. Are Mrs. Meyers Cleaning Products Actually Non-Toxic? Then well answer some of your most commonly asked questions about Mrs. Meyers at the end. 2. It might smell good but I am convinced it is as poisonous as anything else on the market. The ratings reflect potential health hazards but do not account for the level of exposure or individual susceptibility, factors which determine actual health risks, if any. And the results are mixed. He has tried two but had an allergic reaction to them. Im sure youre not alone in suffering from headaches from the scents in products like these. 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. On the whole, Mrs. Meyers might be better than more conventional cleaning products, but we cant recommend it as 100% non-toxic. Enjoy! Siberian Fir Needle? or Dalmatian Sage to our domestic environment? Finally I dumped the entire container down the toilet and begged my significant other to run buy some decent detergent. dont get me started! I wish I had checked before I wasted my money. They are sold at Target. You can also look products up at ewg.org They did not rate Shaklee very high. It's important to read the label every time you shop, even though many labels don't offer complete information. This is common, of course, both for conventional and non-toxic brands. The ratings reflect potential health hazards but do not account for the level of exposure or individual susceptibility, factors that determine actual health risks, We use cookies to ensure that we give you the best experience on our website. Whenever we see a non-toxic or natural company get acquired by a large corporation, we usually take an even more skeptical eye. I am currently home sick because of a strong alleric reaction I had to Mrs. Meyers Basil countertop spray, which I used three days ago. There is no other fragrance Im aware of that Im allergic to like their products. Because the scent of the soap makes my nose burn. What about a weeks worth of steroids I have to take? Fill in your details below or click an icon to log in: You are commenting using your WordPress.com account. If swallowed, drink a glassful of water. Your email address will not be published. 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. For example, Methylisothiazolinone rating used to be 7 and now it is 4-7.) Mix together dry ingredients and soap until its pasty. Not sure, I digress. Can someone please advise what I can put this mix in to clean with easily? Amy what essential oils are you using. On occasion I will use my bare hands and thats when I see how it has burned my skin. 1-8 of 182 Reviews. My husband cleaned the bathroom sink with Meyers hand soap. I dont recommend anyone use these products. Surfactants in Mrs. Meyer's cleaning products. Another change is that Mrs. Meyers no longer claims that it has natural cleaning products. Additionally, whether or not something is truly recyclable often depends on where its being recycled and what that citys capabilities are, so putting a blanket recyclable statement over something isnt really that helpful. Every area of my skin, where I used the body wash, became dry, irritated and tight. I'm Irina Webb, the trusted non-toxic consumer product researcher. I sprayed some in the sink & squirted a little on the floor to do around the base of the toilet. 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. Seems too good to be true hehehe, Hi Larissa: I like Branch Basics a lot. Thank you for the nice comment, Joan. I recently switched my family to using Dr. Bronners liquid soap for bathing and hand soap. Required fields are marked *. And its sister company, Method, got in legal trouble for greenwashing back in 2016. I also know Im not the only one who cant stand these synthetic fragrances. Change), You are commenting using your Twitter account. HOUSEHOLD HINT Before washing your dishes, scrape off food. Thank you! Im curious if you have an article breaking down the brand Ever Spring as well? It washes well. Well, true I guess. The fragrance ladys a long time too, like over night. And when added together with all of the nature imagery on the website and other plant-derived ingredient claims on their bottles, it adds up to a clear message to consumers: our products are safe, natural, and eco-friendly., But of course, in order to find out if this is actually true (and therefore if Mrs. Meyers is guilty of greenwashing), we have to dig deeper into the actual ingredients and decide for ourselves. Sometimes, on your low-tox journey, you may need to choose the lesser of the evils or make some compromises here and there. On a scale of 1 to 5, I gave the smell about a 3. Thanks, non-toxic or natural company get acquired by a large corporation, Best Non-Toxic & Organic Makeup Kits For Tweens & Teens, The Top 12 Non-Toxic Mattress Brands for 2023, 9 Elements Review (Do Their Cleaning Products Work? Thanks for calling this company out onto the carpet. Of course it was Mrs. Meyers. A few user reviews: As I mentioned, I like to use my senses. 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. Since 2018 while at my childcare job those were the products used in the household. Whats the Deal with the Mrs. Meyers Lawsuit? Patricia B I got this hand soap thinking it was only scented with essential oils. Additionally, as mentioned above, its parent company, S. C. Johnson, has faced various lawsuits over the years. As far as laundry detergent, the most effective natural soap Ive used is homemade. A big use of hand soaps are at restaurants where often there is no choice but to use their product. Tide Pods 3-In-1 Laundry Detergent, 81-Count is on the higher end at approximately $.25 per load. 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! 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. You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. EWG provides information on cleaning product ingredients from the published scientific EWG provides information on cleaning product ingredients from published scientific literature, to supplement incomplete data available from companies and the government. It is more noticeable on brown skin. Natural is a relative term. ~Irina. I use Mrs Meyers dish soap, hand soap, surface cleaner and bathroom cleaner. I find it strange that other reviewers never include these two companies in their reviews. But you wont find 1,4-dioxane on the label, because it is not an ingredient but an impurity that does not legally have to be disclosed. Ive smelled the mrs Meyers hand soaps at Walmart out of curiosity and I really didnt care for any of the scents, some were downright nasty. I have always used Baking Soda, White Vinegar, etc., sooooooo I guess I will stick to the SAFE ingredients that are available. My favorite thing about them is their products dont have that fake chemical smell to them. This approach provides consistent performance, quality, and safety in every bottle. So while its not a stain remover, Id certainly use it for an everyday wash. I just rescued a bird and was told to use apple cider vinegar and water (1/2 & 1/2) to clean. We will find out as soon as we look at their ingredients. Needless to say I contacted the company and they did a lot of beating around the bush in explaining their safe synthetic fragrance. You can read about it here. We only support brands we truly believe in and confidently recommend. And while these are all respectable traits, they dont say everything you need to know. By the way, the absence of preservatives in a product is concerning too and sometimes even dangerous. Mrs. Meyers soaps form a rash on the backs of my hands. Few/no known or suspected hazards to health or the environment. Meyers Clean Day products not only make me sick, but they also dont smell like what they say they smell like. When does adding Siberian Fir Needle to the mix become part of the cleaning solution? Dose makes the poison. I am so happy that I found You! At no cost to you. 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. I also make natural household products & skin care that I sell through Etsy: http://www.etsy.com/shop/raganella. This has been the case with everything from tobacco to PFAS, pesticides to pharmaceuticals, and more. I hope it helps. This debate is vital to the integrity of any consumer product and its commitment to full disclosure. Read Reviews. Thank you so much for this article! This site contains affiliate links, which means we may earn a commission if you choose to make a purchase. Read all about it. While there is certainly a time and place for disinfecting, the CDC says that (at least when it comes to hand washing), washing away germs is just as effective in preventing the spread of disease as killing germs. And it has only two ingredients: sodium percarbonate and sodium bicarbonate (baking soda). I am chemically sensitive and I can judge how toxic something is by how badly I react to it. My mother is very allergic to cats and roses. Often people refer to cleaning products as organic. If you want to be sure that the product you are using is organic, you need to look for an organic certification, such as the USDA Organic logo. Limited potential for hazards to health or the environment. Hi! ~Irina. Thank you so much for this post, I have to take more time to read in detail, but right now I am going to change my soap IMMEDIATELY!!! Citronella oil is in Murphy soap. Also thank you for being a pioneer! Thus,its not one of those companies where you can say that all the products are toxic, or all are safe. These people are irresponsible and are marketing what I believe is a substance completely unsuitable for the intended use. The smell of these products made me sick. Bathroom cleaner What Should You Look For In A Spray Cleaner? All Mrs.meyers smell terrible. Once you start looking at Mrs. Meyers ingredients one by one, youll also notice that many of them are seriously lacking the data department. The caveat here is that, without knowing the actual composition of the fragrance chemicals the Caldrea company (maker of Mrs. Meyers) use, EWG applies the worst-case scenario fragrance to all products. If you walk through Target's home cleaning aisles, you'll find Everspring's laundry detergent, air fresheners, and other home care products under a big green Target "Clean" logo. 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. Many environmental experts suggest taking a more precautionary approach by requiring ingredients to be rigorously tested for safety before they hit the market. It took about 2 days to clear my lungs from it. Quite a few of my friends who are into organic food and healthy lifestyles use Mrs. Meyers products. This means they do not kill germs, but rather, lower the number of germs by wiping them away (along with other bacteria, dirt, etc.). Would love to hear your perspective on these ingredients how do they compare to brands like Mrs. Meyers, Method, etc: https://cdnimg.webstaurantstore.com/documents/pdf/147pearl_1g_999pearl.pdf. 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