For Your Home
This page is a curated list of low-tox home swaps I actually use (or would recommend to a friend), organized to help you make simple changes without overthinking.
Start with what you and your family use daily—
Hand soap, household cleaner, and laundry detergent. One swap at a time is enough; you don’t need to overhaul everything at once.
Start here
If you’re overwhelmed:
Start with Force of Nature Cleaner. It’s a super easy swap that has been one of my favorite swaps.
If you have sensitive skin:
Start with laundry detergent. Here’s my favorite, or if you’re on a budget, I also have a DIY recipe that’s super easy.
If you’re on a budget:
Start with my super easy DIY hand soap recipe.
Force of Nature Cleaner
A true “one-and-done” swap because it replaces a bunch of different cleaners and still works really well—without the heavy fragrance and harsh feel of a lot of conventional sprays. It’s especially great if you want one simple product you can grab for counters, bathrooms, and kid messes.
TrulyFree Dishwasher Detergent
A top pick because it’s one of those “set it and forget it” swaps—your dishes get cleaned daily, but you don’t have to change your routine to make a lower-tox upgrade. If you’ve ever noticed strong detergent smell on dishes or want a cleaner option that still works, this is an easy win.
BrüMate Resa 35oz Spillproof Tumbler
This is an easy “everyday exposure” swap—if you sip water all day, having stainless steel instead of plastic sitting in your drink is a small change that adds up. Plus it’s leakproof, which makes it way more likely you’ll consistently use it (and not abandon it in a cabinet).
Air + Everyday Home Environment
DIY + Budget Swaps
Want to start low-tox on a budget? These are my easiest “quick win” swaps—simple, low-effort DIYs that save money and don’t take more than a few minutes.
DIY Castile Hand Soap
Why it’s here: One of the simplest, most budget-friendly swaps because a single bottle lasts a long time and it’s easy to keep refilling.
Cost: $ / lasts months
Time: 2–5 minutes
DIY Laundry Detergent
Why it’s here: A simple homemade detergent you can batch in minutes—no grating soap, no complicated steps—just an easy way to keep laundry cleaner and more affordable.
Cost: $ / makes large batch that lasts a while
Time: 5 minutes to mix, then it’s ready anytime
DIY Soft Scrub Paste
Super cheap and takes 2 minutes—great for grimy spots without harsh fumes or heavy fragrance.
Cost: $ / Mix as needed
Time: 2-5 Minutes