At Lily’s Cleaning, we are committed to using only natural cleaning products to protect you and your loved ones. And we want your home to remain toxin-free even when we aren’t there to clean for you.
Luckily, cleaning with only safe, eco-friendly products is not nearly as daunting as it may sound. As green cleaning goes mainstream, there are an increasing number of non-toxic options to choose from.
Read on for our guide to some of the best natural cleaning products you can buy today.
An Easy Way to Find Natural Cleaning Products
Everyday home cleaning products contain chemicals that pollute indoor air and have been linked to asthma, cancer, and other health threats. But it can be difficult to tell which hard-to-pronounce ingredients are putting you at risk.
One of the best resources available is the Environmental Working Group (EWG), an independent non-profit with a mission to protect consumers from harmful ingredients in everything from skincare to cookware. They have ranked over 2,500 cleaning products, grading them for transparency in ingredient listings and potential hazards to health and the environment.
If you’re not sure which cleaning products are safe, the EWG database is a good place to start. A cleaner with an A grade has few or no known hazards, while an F indicates potentially significant hazards.
Natural Cleaning for Every Room and Surface
To make shopping for natural cleaning agents even easier, we rounded up some of the top-reviewed products you can buy online or at the store. And each product on our list has been given an A grade by the EWG, so you can clean with confidence.
All-Purpose Cleaners
Attitude Living All Purpose Eco Cleaner
Like nearly all their products, Attitude Living’s All Purpose Eco Cleaner is hypoallergenic, free of harmful chemicals, independently tested, and made from vegetable and mineral-based ingredients. Its cleaning power is derived from pure essential oils, so there are no harsh odors.
Reviewers say: “Does a great job of cleaning without the heavy perfumes and harsh chemicals of conventional cleaners. Love it!”
Amazon rating: 4.6 stars out of 5
EWG grade: A
Biokleen All Purpose Cleaner Concentrate
Antimicrobial grapefruit seed and orange peel are the powerhouse ingredients of Biokleen’s super-concentrated natural all-purpose cleaner. It cleans and degreases counters, sinks, floors, walls, and more without harmful residues.
Reviewers say: “This cleaner is awesome to use anywhere. I use mine mostly in the kitchen, countertops, table, stove and also in the bathrooms! The smell is pleasant…and I feel good about using it around my kids and our pets.”
Amazon rating: 4.5 stars out of 5
EWG grade: A
Floor Cleaners
Babyganics Floor Cleaner Concentrate, Fragrance Free
With a baby-safe formula tested by pediatricians, Babyganics Floor Cleaner Concentrate has a loyal following. The plant-derived ingredients can treat tile, vinyl, sealed hardwood, and even carpet. Whether or not you have little ones exploring the floor, you can benefit from this gentle, fragrance-free cleaner.
Reviewers say: “It takes one scant capful in a gallon of warm mop water to clean my floors. No residue, no scent, and cleans as well as anything I’ve used.”
Amazon rating: 4.3 stars out of 5
EWG grade: A
Aunt Fannie’s Floor Cleaner Vinegar Wash Concentrate
Another product that can be used on just about any type of sealed floor is Aunt Fannie’s Vinegar Wash Concentrate. Users love that it doesn’t leave behind a residue, so there’s no need to rinse. The vinegar and essential oil mixture is safe yet effective.
Reviewers say: “It cleans our floors very well, leaving behind no residue whatsoever, and I also use it to clean cabinets, countertops, etc. Best of all, though, is that it has no chemical smell and doesn’t affect the household air quality.”
Amazon rating: 4.3 stars out of 5
EWG grade: A
Bathroom Cleaners
Seventh Generation Natural Tub & Tile Cleaner
Formulated to tackle soap scum and stains on porcelain and tile, Seventh Generation Natural Tub & Tile Cleaner is a 91% biobased product, meaning it’s mostly made of natural, renewable ingredients. Botanical extracts and essential oils are both powerful and pleasant to use.
Reviewers say: “Obliterated shower mold!” and “No toxic fumes and gentle to my very
sensitive skin.”
Amazon rating: 4 stars out of 5
EWG grade: A
ECOS Shower Cleaner with Tea Tree Oil
Spray on ECOS Shower Cleaner daily after showering to prevent mold, mildew, soap scum, and hard water buildup. Tea tree oil and aloe vera clean without harming your lungs, and are strong enough to help you extend the time between deep cleanings. (While you’re at it, check out the highly-rated ECOS Toilet Cleaner as well.)
Reviewers say: “Aside from the great scent the product really does work. It cuts right through the soap scum on the shower doors, tile walls, the actual tub basin, and the surrounding tub areas.”
Amazon rating: 4.1 stars out of 5
EWG grade: A
When in Doubt, Avoid These Chemicals
The following harsh cleaning agents are known to be highly toxic and may generate dangerous gasses, irritate lungs, burn the skin, disrupt hormones, and cause allergies to flare. When you don’t have time for deep research, scan the label for these red-flag ingredients.
- Ammonia or chlorine bleach
- Hydrochloric acid, phosphoric acid, sodium or potassium hydroxide, or ethanolamines
- Phthalates or synthetic musks
- Alkyl dimethyl benzyl ammonium chlorides and other quaternary ammonium compounds (QACs or “quats”)
- Triclosan
Don’t Trust Your Health to Any Home Cleaner
These are just a handful of many great natural cleaning products on the market. If you’re looking for more specialized products like furniture polish, granite spray, or upholstery cleaner, consult the EWG’s Guide to Healthy Cleaning. Or ask us for a recommendation! We’d be happy to point you toward a trusted product or DIY solution.
Our team can take the guesswork out of natural home cleaning. Our green cleaning experts have years of experience cleaning homes top to bottom without toxic chemicals. Contact us for a free cleaning quote today.