DROP THE TOX

Ditch & Switch

Find some product alternatives with less toxins!

Nov 163 min read

Non-Toxic Lip Balm

The average consumer is estimated to ingest up to 20 grams, or about 4 sticks, of lip balm per year. Oftentimes lip balm contains toxins...

Oct 306 min read

Bandages and Band-Aids

Adhesive bandages are frequently used products that can cause skin irritation and are often made of harmful materials. Bandages are...

Sep 289 min read

Toxins in Soda

In a New York City study, it was found that people consume 1.9 sugar-sweetened sodas per day on average. Besides the high levels of sugar...

Jul 297 min read

Toxin-Free Moisturizers

Most people apply moisturizers daily. While their ability to help with dry and damaged skin is important, some moisturizers contain...

Jun 137 min read

Mattresses

Every day, the average person spends 9.1 hours in bed. That's a lot of time spent being exposed to your mattress! Many mattresses, both...

Apr 224 min read

Dental Floss

Flossing is an important part of your daily routine, as it can help prevent cavities, gum disease, and even Alzheimer's. However, the...

Dec 31, 202312 min read

Candles: "Wick"-ed Scents

You'd hardly expect there to be an EPA report on candles, but there is one. That's because while candles are a very popular holiday gift,...

Oct 31, 20236 min read

Toxins in Candy

Happy Halloween! As you celebrate, it's important to consider what toxins might be in your candy. While of course the occasional treat...

Jul 16, 20237 min read

Low-Tox Sunscreen

Most people know that wearing sunscreen whenever you're in the sun is important to prevent skin cancer from UV radiation. However, you...

Jun 23, 202310 min read

Pesticides and Organic Food & Ingredients

The movement towards organic foods has been gaining some popularity in recent years, but many don't understand the issue fully or why...

Jan 2, 202311 min read

Deodorants and Antiperspirants: Toxins & Toxin-Free Options

Many people know their deodorant is bad for them, but don't change it because alternatives just don't work. After struggling with this...

Nov 24, 20227 min read

Low-Tox Conditioner

Conditioner is a super important part of caring for your hair! Just through day-to-day wear and tear and exposure to the environment, the...

Sep 18, 20225 min read

Water Bottles

One of the easiest ways for endocrine disruptors to enter your body is by directly ingesting them, such as through water in a plastic...

Jul 26, 20224 min read

Plastic-Free Containers

One of the most common reusable plastic items in the home is food storage containers. There aren't any perfect replacements right now,...

Apr 5, 20222 min read

Branch Basics Cleaning Sprays

There’s a good chance some of the most toxic things in your home right now are your cleaning sprays. Luckily, there are some great...

Mar 3, 20224 min read

Dr. Bronner's Soaps

One of the best things about low-tox products is that they often serve a multitude of purposes. Take for example Dr. Bronner’s...

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