(Find out why.) Recyclable Packaging* (less pumps & caps) >> Im personally not too impressed by recyclability anymore. So natural things can have an ill-effect on people too. http://www.avaandersonnontoxic.com/patricia or on FB as ava anderson non toxic presented by patricia, Hey i just bought lavendar laundry soap and my comforter of 5 yrs and new sheets i just washed lost its sheen im beyond upset no more sheen on my satin comforter and it feels scratchy and itchy now ,great dont mind if i lose money on soap but now my beautiful comforter is ruined, i will go to vinegar and maybe dreft baby detergent so its easy on clothes i guess, READERS BEWARE: Before you go tossing out your Mrs. Meyers cleaners, please be advised that this blog is written by a person who sells herbal drugs on Etsy called vivid visions.. Other people do not have this reaction to the basil. Not okay Mrs. Meyers. Remember that killing germs is not always necessary, though. To clarify, here is what I do not like about ethoxylated ingredients. Ethylene oxide is anirritantthats known to cause multiple types ofcancerandinfertility. Mrs. Thelma A. Meyer is an Iowa native and mother of nine. 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. If they make this product unscented that may be the only way I could use it. The BASIL scent makes me absolutely sick to my stomach, gives me a headache, and sends me into mild anxiety. ~Irina. ~Irina. Guess I was wrong. If you or your loved ones dont have any skin conditions or other chronic health concerns that may be exacerbated by allergens or irritants, you might consider using up what you have and then buying something better next time. I have the same reaction to Meyers cleaning products. Even though Mrs. Meyers provides ingredient lists to its customers (with the exception of full fragrance disclosure), it doesnt really mean all that much in the real world because of the fact that so many of the ingredient lists are very long and filled with complicated and hard-to-decipher chemicals. Just comment below and well consider adding it to our list of upcoming deep dives! (But as Ill explain later, that doesnt necessarily mean Ill be using them moving forward). There are many naturally occurring plants we are can be individually allergic to. Seriously? Your comment will definitely help someone else. The fragrance/perfume industry is protected by patent or trade secret laws which allow them to hide any and all ingredients in their formulations. At least some ingredient disclosure. Not okay. We all love Mrs. Meyers hand soap.my husband even comments on how much he likes this scent." MommaG, Lexington, SC. Additionally, as mentioned above, its parent company, S. C. Johnson, has faced various lawsuits over the years. These people are irresponsible and are marketing what I believe is a substance completely unsuitable for the intended use. (There are also things like phthalates and parabens on the fragrance list, but Mrs. Meyers has already said they dont use those, so at least we can cross those off.). Have you ever done any reviews on Amway or Shaklee cleaning products? Please feel free to visit myIRLFY Shopto check out the products I approve of and recommend. Last Updated on February 28, 2023 by The Filtery. Foolish blind trust Hope this coment helps someone at least, Sarah, I am so sorry to hear about your painful experience. Ethoxylation is a part of the manufacturing process. This is common, of course, both for conventional and non-toxic brands. 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. Hi Amanda! However, I do not believe products that we use on bodies or at home should be made with carcinogenic chemicals because they are not good for the environment and workers. That's a pretty encouraging news for the consumer. I just found this blog by accident and boy it is an eye opener! I am not a big fan of Mrs. Meyers myself because I can read and saw the fragrance in there first thing. Happy New Year! Ohio Toxic Train Derailment: What Can You Do? They regularly release seasonal and special edition scents as well. 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!!! We are glad we can help! But what does the derivation process involve? I went there after reading your article and looked up the ingredients you wrote about. Thanks for your post. Especially considering how much care and attention they applied in choosing the other ingredients. Ms. Liz, (it is presumed), thank you for your hard work. These products are available at almost every grocery store and are widely advertised on the Internet. It is rated 1 (with 10 as most toxic) and has limited data in the EWG Skin Deep database . I decided to become a consultant to educte others as well. Dont bother thank you very much! The Brand Provides (Semi) Transparent Ingredient Lists, 2. I unfortunately placed an order for Mrs. Meyers hand soap before realizing it had fragrance in it. When in reality theyre fragrance has chemicals!!! Have you heard of Eco-Me? Hence, if you seek help in determining their products safety, book a consultation with me. This is a problem because when it comes to environmental toxins (especially man-made ones), our society has a pattern of putting chemicals out into the world without testing or verifying that theyre safe, and then only decades later figuring out that theyre toxic and trying to take them off the market (and by that time, theres usually a huge mess in our soil, water, and air that cant even begin to be cleaned up). Bath Sheet vs. Bath Towel: Whats the Difference? Next, let us look at the ingredients of one of the Mrs. Meyers cleaning products Lavender Laundry Detergent: Water; Laureth-7; Lauryl Glucoside; Sodium Methyl 2-Sulfolaurate; Fatty Acid, C8 C18 And C18 Unsatd. Even harder to understand why products are being sold when they are so clearly harmful. I dont think its fragrance, its what fragrance cover. When I see that ingredient without any footnotes explaining its derivation, I begin to question the validity of the rest of the product claims. Ive never had dry skin before the day I used it Ive always had very fair skin, but also very soft. Now I am searching for alternative products that are all natural for household and skincare. They dont get what the problem is, and though they admit the scent is strong, they think it smells like flowers. Hello- By the way, the absence of preservatives in a product is concerning too and sometimes even dangerous. The fragrance ingredients contain some of those that we discussed above geraniol, hexyl cinnamal, and linalool. I have always used Baking Soda, White Vinegar, etc., sooooooo I guess I will stick to the SAFE ingredients that are available. With scents that are inspired by a midwest backyard garden, and products that are chock-full of plant-derived ingredients the company aim to be continuously channeling Thelmas passion for the environment. Another of the unpronounceable isothiazolinones. Read all about it. 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. May also have poor ingredient disclosure. Well, you can learn about that in my comprehensive Branch Basics Safe Cleaning Products Review. This post may contain affiliate links, which means that if you click on the affiliate link and buy an item, Ill receive commissions. NO FRAGRANCE!!!! If you dive into the various product labels, youll find that Mrs. Meyers discloses some of their fragrance ingredients, while continuing to hide others. Im not done bitching, just completed an FDA complaint form. It helps to have an open, honest conversation about a topic like this as there are many differing opinions to add to the story. Currently, I am using this brand: https://ireadlabelsforyou.com/branch-basics-safe-cleaning-products/ You can also find other cleaning products I like here: https://ireadlabelsforyou.com/shop/ I hope you are doing well! have you seen Todd Hayness movie Safe Drama. (I like Dr. Bronners but I think it may have clogged my sink/drain). I am here looking it up from Google. HOUSEHOLD HINT Before washing your dishes, scrape off food. Opening up the bottle I would agree it was not an unpleasant smell it smelled a bit like detergent with a bit of cut grass. To continue, these are the ingredients of Mrs. Meyers Rose Dish Soap: Water; Sodium Lauryl Sulfate; Lauryl Glucoside; Lauramine Oxide; Polysorbate 20; [Fragrance: (Citronellal, Geraniol, Hexyl Cinnamal, Linalool); Rosa Damascena Flower Oil; Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Sweet Orange) Peel Oil]; Glycerin; Aloe Barbadensis Leaf Juice; Tetrasodium Glutamate Diacetate; Citric Acid; Methylisothiazolinone; Benzisothiazolinone; Sodium Chloride (source). Have you looked into Jessica Albas Honest Company products? . Then well answer some of your most commonly asked questions about Mrs. Meyers at the end. This is a post Ive been wanting to write for a while, and a friends recent query spurred me on to finally do it. My concern about them is that they have no safety data. I use a high quality line of skin care that is not natural or organic and I have no reaction to it except better skin. Made without parabens & phthalates, MEA & DEA, or artificial colors. >> Here again, we have the same idea. But unfortunately, there are three ingredients in particular that stood out for all the wrong reasons. The only exception Ive found is Iowa Pine, which is seasonal; I would accept that it still contains artifical components, though. Showing such drive from the heart is rare, but so great to witness. Whenever we see a non-toxic or natural company get acquired by a large corporation, we usually take an even more skeptical eye. I tried to boil the taste out and this didnt work either. I also used the spray in a shower stall and it affected my eyes, head, and lungs. We really like your web site and hope you will eventually eventually require one of our options. Im chemically sensitive and have a terrible reaction to synthetic fragrances. I only use Dawn dish detergent on my dishes and I use it for cleaning, but not hand washing. Finally I dumped the entire container down the toilet and begged my significant other to run buy some decent detergent. only chemicals give me headaches like Meyers products, I tried 5 scents, result is the same very strong headache. In fact, Mrs. Meyers actually got sued back in 2009 because the level of 1,4 dioxane in their dish soap exceeded what was permissible by Californias Prop 65 limits (more on that below). 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. Its still the same issue with this brand of dish soap and products. You can read more about that in my post about WaterWipes baby wipes. Patricia B Besides, the USDA has very strict regulations for the production, handling, labeling, and enforcement of all USDA organic products. The two preservatives used in Mrs. Meyers hand soap are Potassium Sorbate and Sodium Benzoate. I recommend products containing them on my blog. Therefore, if you use Mrs. Meyers cleaner, please wear gloves. I have to smell everything I use as I have a Heavy meatl toxicity issue which exacerbates all the smells. How about, Cactus aloe pine? or Grape berry aloe talk about a Marketing and Branding free for all! Thank you so much for letting me know! 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. That is why I dont recommend Mrs. Meyers products or any other products for that matter that contain ethoxylated ingredients. Clean all glassware, and special pieces first, saving pots and pans for last. I went to the eye doctor because they were so swollen. Mrs. Meyers gives me terrible headaches and I can see why! Or simply make our own cleaning solutions, which is fairly simple to do. Thanks, Hi, We are Industrial and Commercial construction, roof replacement, fencing, drainage and cladding experts. The Skin Deep database rates it at 3 (with 10 as most toxic), because it may cause allergy and immunotoxicity. When you're shopping for towels, you may see two different terms used by brands: bath sheets and bath towels. Mrs. Meyers soaps form a rash on the backs of my hands. Hello! 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 . Would you recommend using Dr. Bronners body wash or bar soap and would any scent be okay to use in the shower. ~Irina, Thanks, Irina, for the info. I dont generally have allergy symptoms or use fabric softener. Have you tried doTERRA Essential Oils products made from PURE essential oils? Can you recommend hand soap and laundry detergent that is toxin free? I got their product samples and reviewing them right now. I really dont know what to do now. I am put off by a couple of the fragrances because they are too overpowering but there are some that I really love. They understand the impact their products have and have formulated them accordingly. Have a Pepsi day, Haha, Jim, you sound like my dad. This doesnt mean they are bad for everybody. If youre interested, here are some more deep dives into some similar brands: Founded all the way back in 2001, Mrs. Meyers (whose full brand name is actually Mrs. For example, Methylisothiazolinone rating used to be 7 and now it is 4-7.) But I cant see past those two preservatives. In fact, they are on my approved list of preservatives. (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. So regarding the article I read about Mrs. Meyers Clean Day hand soapI too am using cute liquid soap dispensers in my home and want to find large refills of a safe soap. To learn more about the dangers of artificial fragrance, read Get a Whiff of This: Perfumes (fragrances) the Invisible Chemical Poisons After its done foaming up, add 2 qt boiling water. I found them at Whole Foods and wont buy anything but their products. No more Mrs Meyers for me. Any experience with Dr. Bonners organic products? 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. Im tossing this poison. I have switched to Ava Anderson Home Care products. 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. As you can see, the dish soap ingredients also have methylisothiazolinone and benzisothiazolinone preservatives. "Definitely a family favorite. I just started trying Mrs. Meyers cleaners this past year and I hate the way it smells and the way the smell stays around for days. 2. Then add vinegar. The thing with these claims is that theyre not necessarily outright lies. I just went to the Mrs. Meyers website to tell them what I thought of their product & to request a full ingredient list. Participating companies must open their processes to independent audits throughout the supply chain. Dr. Bronners is the way to go. Thank you for the nice comment, Joan. Most restaurants use what seem to be bargain basement soaps obviously cant blame them. It's especially popular among parents because of how safe yet truly effective it is, especially for things like killing viruses and disinfecting after accidents. It was definitely a mistake to assume that! Hello again, ~Irina, I I used the rosemary handsoap I believe it was .. yesterday and had a instant severe allergic reaction to it. Jenny, could you post the name of the documentary and where to view it. I brought this up with Mrs. Myers customer support and got a response that they acknowledged the email but no action or apology was issued. Eco-Me brings a fun and fresh new energy to the cleaning category with its back-to-basics ingredients and modern family branding. Study with Quizlet and memorize flashcards containing terms like Mr. Zachow has a condition for which three drugs are available. In addition, they also warn us that the products contain fragrance allergens. Citric Acid. In addition, the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA) studies show that 1,4-dioxane can penetrate human skin. 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. Of course, a long and complicated ingredient list doesnt automatically something is bad, but it can add to the frustration many consumers feel when trying to reduce the amount of toxins in their homes. The caveat here is that, without knowing the actual composition of the fragrance chemicals the Caldrea company (maker of Mrs. Meyer's) use, EWG applies the worst-case scenario fragrance to all products. dont get me started! What a scam they are. The documentary is called Stink. Even my light blue tee shirt had anground-in orangey stain that was noticeably faded. (Or Is It Actually Toxic? (By the way, the EWG seems to be making a lot of changes to their ratings recently. And I didnt even use the Meyers liquid hand soapit was a gift which was used by others twice before I had to remove it from my home because it induced a terrible headache. To begin, the term natural has no legal definition, and, thus, its meaning may differ depending on the context. Learn how your comment data is processed. Those are the fires that a person who tries to convince themselves that they are contented instead of actually feeling them. Its slightly more expensive than supermarket detergents. The need to remove dangerous chemicals from our homes and environment and the concern that the toxins emitted from every day products has encouraged the rapid increase of disease in our society. The only product they dont have available on their website (which is CleanHappens which was confusing for me to find) is a Laundry detergentDoes someone have a good recommendation on a great all natural laundry detergent that ACTUALLY CLEANS!?!? EWG is in the process of updating this score. Here are some links to other brands and guides to help you find non-toxic and effective alternatives to Mrs. Meyers: Here are some more commonly asked questions about the Mrs. Meyers brand and products: Mrs. Meyers cleaning products are soaps, not disinfectants. Also, there are some additional ingredients in fragrance that are associated with allergy. Like a burning feeling. It is sad that some people cannot accept the truth. Mrs. Meyers has since corrected this problem. 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. 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. You know exactly what youre getting, warts and all. Certainly, the preservatives in Mrs. Meyers products are not the best choices and do not add to their safety. 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 dont know what it is, but I will NEVER use that product again! 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. 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. Does anyone else find these titles, for example of these plant essential oils silly? Im not allergic to any fragrances. The ratings indicate the relative level of concern posed by exposure to the ingredients in this product - not the product itself - compared to other product formulations. The chemicals in the soap penetrated the gaskets and interior coatings of the travel mugs leaving a disgusting taste in coffee used in one and and water used in the other. Thank you so much for this article! I used to use EWG for all my research but they have so little info. We will find out as soon as we look at their ingredients. 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. Back in 2009, Caldrea (who makes Mrs. Meyers) got sued for violating the Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act (Proposition 65). Our fragrance compositions use a combination of natural essential oils and safe synthetic ingredients. I am currently looking for a multi-surface household cleaner. Thanks for sharing so more people become aware and can make more informed decisions when it comes to products they put on their bodies and products they breathe. Force of Nature Cleaner Review (12 Pros & Cons). I simply cannot tolerate Meyers products. Potentially significant hazards to health or the environment or poor ingredient disclosure. Laureth-7 a plant-derived, very gentle nonionic cleaning ingredient. I tried many different soaps but was using Mrs. Meyers for a long time. Even though we often lack solid data, we generally play on the safe side and assume that if something isnt great for humans, its probably not great for dogs, cats, or other animals either. But unfortunately, a lot of these well-known eco-friendly and natural brands are guilty of greenwashing. Please check back for updated scores in the near future. Since 2018 while at my childcare job those were the products used in the household. ~Irina. Low and behold there it wasFRAGRANCE! On the lower end are detergents that cost just $.10 per load. Thank you! That is good news. Multipurpose cleaner The results were very good indeed. Never ever have I had a reaction like this to anything in the world and Im almost 40! You can follow any responses to this entry through the RSS 2.0 feed. Yes, I do make an herbal tea that is smokable, called Vivid Visions. As briefly mentioned above, companies are legally allowed to hide almost 4,000 different ingredients under the single label of fragrance (or parfum). Yes, good old vinegar & water is a good solution for cleaning. 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. Many companies either choose to ignore or simply cannot claim this of their products: free of synthetic fragrance.. [] It wasnt safe for me, since it gave me a headache. This allows for the most pleasing, quality, and intriguing scents inspired by the garden that youll want to use again and again. Joan Miller. All content on this website is for informational and educational purposes only. My husband cleaned the bathroom sink with Meyers hand soap. Mrs Meyers products are toxic, and I thank you for spreading the word. I usually make my own kitchen cleaner, but my cheap spray bottle keeps breaking. It is rated 1 (with 10 as most toxic) and has limited data in theEWG Skin Deep database. Ive been aware of the company for a while and they have quite the backstory. However, please note, that just because something is all natural doesnt mean it is safe or hypo-allergenic. 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. I switched to Note that Mrs. Meyers hand soap contains citric acid, too. I just left a pet store barely able to breathe. I would love them to stock boxes of A&H washing soda and 64 oz size of Dr Bonners and other simple, hard to get staples. Secondly, it is a close relative ofcocamidopropyl betaine which was named the Allergen of the Year in 2004 from the American Contact Dermatitis Society. Thank you for sharing! And you will see whether they are safe and whether what people say about them is true. Aloe Vera. Grove Collaborative is pretty much always giving away free Mrs. Meyers bundles when you sign up for a membership (you know what I meanyouve probably gotten a referral code from a friend or family member at some point!). The white stripes on my green jacket were extremely white, though what looked like old dirt stains didnt completely come out. I see it in peoples bathrooms all the time. Hi Sarah, Not yet, but we actually have that one on our list so we hope to have it up sometime soon! I also break out in hives if I touch cayenne pepper and even baby powder. It smells good. I'm on a mission to help you make informed and practical decisions about products you buy. Its been ten minutes and my throat and lungs still hurt. CAUTION: Avoid eye contact. [] contains synthetic fragrances and other not-so-good-for-us ingredients, as described here in Why I Think Mrs. Meyers Stinks. Lets give an answer to it. To complement the liquid cleaner, Branch Basics carries Oxygen Boost powder that boosts the power of the Branch Basics Concentrate. I usually read labels thoroughly. As a matter of fact, Sodium Benzoatemay cause an allergic reaction in some sensitive people if used in concentrations over 5% (source). (See below for our suggestions!). Mrs. Meyers is one of those green brands that has managed to break through to the mainstream. About the ratings: EWG provides information on cleaning product ingredients from the published scientific literature, to supplement incomplete data available from companies and the government. Fragrance can be made from any combination of petroleum and non-petroleum derived substances, including formaldehyde, benzene, and toluene (I dont think Mrs. Meyers includes any of these). I recently had a friend (who sells essential oils) send me an article really bashing the brand and its ingredients. 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