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Clean up your dry cleaning act

13. October 2009

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Dry cleaners in the U.S. are a pretty horrid bunch if you think about it from the planet’s point of view. Approximately 85% of all dry cleaners use a volatile organic compound (VOC) called perchloroethylene. The EPA notes that perchloroethylene is a toxin and besides being a terrible baddie for the earth it can also cause human health problems. perchloroethylene has been linked to an increased risk for cancer and major respiratory issues. You have some options. First off don’t buy a bunch of clothes that need dry cleaning. You’ll save on possible toxins and cash. Secondly, you can dry clean [...]Post from: Blisstree Clean up your dry cleaning act

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Vaska herbatergent animal testing update!

6. October 2009

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I recently posted a review of an eco-friendly laundry detergent, Vaska herbatergent. In said review, I noted that I liked the detergent as much as my regular favorite, Biokleen detergent, but that the cons were no animal testing policy, low availability, and no powder (which could help cut down on packaging). UPDATE: I heard back from a couple of Vaska company reps who noted the following… “I would like to assure you that we do NOT do any animal testing. I have submitted our application to Leaping Bunny and will see it through. We are also going to state our animal testing policy [...]Post from: Blisstree Vaska herbatergent animal testing update!

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Green Review: Vaska herbatergent

30. September 2009

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I’m a die hard Biokleen detergent users, but I’m always willing to try something new. Options are good. Today a review of Vaska’s herbatergent. PRODUCTS: Vaska’s herbatergent (unscented) from Vaska USES: Washing clothing; suitable for adult and baby clothing. High efficiency friendly. INGREDIENTS: Plant based surfactants, vegetable conditioner, water-soluble degreasing agent, lavender extract (leaves no scent) and filtered water. COST: $9.99 for 48 oz – 32 loads (but I think it works out to more – read review below) ECO-PERKS: 100% biodegradable. Graywater safe. Disclosure of ingredients at website and on packaging. Hypoallergenic. Phosphate free. Awarded “champion” status by the EPA – the highest possible award as [...]Post from: Blisstree Green Review: Vaska herbatergent

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Do you need bleach to disinfect?

27. September 2009

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NO! Not only is bleach extremely harmful for the planet, but bleach can contribute to a toxic home. Worst of all, bleach is extremely dangerious for humans. Not to mention; do we really want to grow super crazy unstoppable germs? Nope, I sure don’t but when you use disinfectants and bleach that’s what you’re doing. You do not need bleach in your world to get things clean and even sanitized and disinfected. Clean and disinfect with zero bleach: Did you know that the Environmental Protection Agency actually recognizes soap and hot water as a legitimate disinfectant? They do. However, for hot water [...]Post from: Blisstree Do you need bleach to disinfect?

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