Hey friends,
When you’re starting your wellness journey, it can be tempting to want to overhaul everything at once — but that’s the fastest way to get overwhelmed and burned out. The truth is, small changes add up, and the best place to start is with the things you use every single day.
Here are 5 easy safer swaps you can make this week that won’t break the bank (or your brain):
1. Toothpaste 🪥We all use it twice a day (hopefully 😅), so why not make sure it’s free from unnecessary chemicals like fluoride, artificial dyes, and SLS? I switched to a cleaner toothpaste from the wellness store that still leaves my teeth feeling fresh and squeaky clean.
2. Deodorant 🌿Your skin is your body’s largest organ — and your underarms absorb a lot! Aluminum-free deodorants used to be… let’s just say… meh. But the one I use now from the wellness store actually works and smells amazing. They offer both Aluminum Free and an Antiperspirant that uses Aluminum salts that do not absorb like the typical aluminum found in brand name deodorants.
3. Dish Soap 🍋Traditional dish soaps often contain synthetic fragrances and harsh surfactants. I swapped mine for a plant-based version that’s tough on grease but gentle on my hands (and safe if the kids “help” with dishes).
4. Laundry Detergent 🧺Your clothes, bedding, and towels touch your skin 24/7, so a cleaner detergent makes a big difference. I love that the wellness store’s formula is concentrated, affordable, and free from the usual toxic suspects.
5. All-Purpose Cleaner ✨One spray to clean counters, bathrooms, and pretty much anything else? Yes, please. I swapped my old chemical-heavy cleaner for a safe, plant-based version that actually works and smells fresh without fake fragrance. Also available are an EPA Certified Herbal Disinfectant, Glass Cleaner, and so many more.
The takeaway:You don’t have to “go all in” to start living low-tox. Just pick one or two of these swaps this week and build from there. Before you know it, your home will be healthier — and you’ll barely remember the old stuff you used to use.
If you’re curious about the products I mentioned, they all come from the same wellness store I shop from — American made, affordable, and aligned with my values. You can check them out here or send me a message and I’ll point you in the right direction.
Here’s to one simple swap at a time,Ashley
