Thanks to the wonderful folks over at Seventh Generation, we don't have to worry about them, because they ARE thinking about them and how traditional cleaners will negatively effect the world in which they'll live. Seventh Gen's mission statement is simple:
So there you have it...they're freakin' awesome. And if you're sitting there thinking that "natural cleaners" could never be as good as traditional ones, think again my friend, because they are. Want to read more about the amazing mission behind Seventh Generation? Click here.
Seventh Generation sent me their Free & Clear Starter Kit to review.
Here's what all I got:
- Disinfecting Multi-Surface Cleaner
- Disinfecting Bathroom Cleaner
- Disinfecting Wipes
- Free & Clear Laundry Detergent
- Free & Clear Liquid Fabric Softener
- Free & Clear Dish Liquid
- Free & Clear Automatic Dishwasher Packs
- Free & Clear All-Purpose Cleaner
- Free & Clear Glass & Surface Cleaner
- A roll of Natural Paper Towels
- A Seventh Generation Re-Usable Shopping Bag
I have to say with 100% honesty, that I liked everything I was sent. All the products performed just as well as their traditional competitors, only they are much more environmentally friendly. There were several products that really stood out to me and performed exceptionally well...read on to learn about those.
With a messy 8-month-old and an even messier 21-month-old eating at the same table, I'm always worried about the cleanliness of the surface they're eating on. Between the baby food, yogurt, mashed potatoes, and everything else that ends up smeared on the table, we're left with a germy mess at the end of every meal. But I've got to be very careful about what I clean with because my girls are eating there, and they don't need to eat around chemicals. I've been using vinegar for quite some time now to clean the table and my countertops. It cleans the grime off okay and I don't have to worry about ammonia or anything on the table, but it sure does smell bad! Thankfully the Seventh Generation Disinfecting Line is there to save the day for me. The Lemongrass and Thyme scent is pleasant and mild....AND my table and countertops are clean AND disinfected! YAY!
To say that we have to be careful about what we use to wash our clothes with is a total understatement. We have only found ONE variety of ONE laundry detergent that doesn't break us out in rashes and actually cleans our clothes. And liquid fabric softener? That's a total "No-no" with sensitive skin. I was a little leery about trying both the detergent and the fabric softener, but I'm really glad I did. Not only are my clothes cleaner and my whites whiter, but they are softer than ever before! And guess what, NO RASHES!!! Seventh Generation Laundry Products rock my socks....and the rest of my clothes, too! ; )
There's only one word I can use to describe the Seventh Gen. dish soap....phenomenal. It cleans a sink full of dishes with just a little teensy bit, it doesn't dry my hands, and the scented versions smell delicious! LOVE. THAT. STUFF
Sean asked that I add this last one in....and its all because of his new "toy," our saltwater aquarium. Sean loves his aquarium...its a long-running hobby of his. That said, he's pretty knowledgeable about "common aquarium practices." One of which is NEVER using ammonia-based glass cleaners near your aquarium. Ammonia is highly toxic to the delicate balance of a saltwater aquarium, but with two kids constantly wanting to smudge up the glass, its hard to resist the urge to "Windex-it." Before the Seventh Generation Glass Cleaner arrived at our house, Sean would go outside, spray a paper towel with traditional glass cleaner and then come back in and wipe down the glass. Now, thanks to the all-natural version we're now stocking, he just sprays his paper towel right next to the glass and wipes away. I'm sure you already knew that Seventh Generation products were safe around kids and pets, but most people think "dogs and cats" when they think of pets. Thankfully, Seventh Generation was once again, thinking about stuff we don't....our little squishy fish, shrimp, anemones, and corals. Thanks Seventh Generation, on behalf of the little ecosystem in our living room.
Bottom line, you're missing out if you haven't tried Seventh Generation's line of awesome products. In addition to cleaners, they've got stuff for the whole family, including diapers, wipes, and more! Head on over to Seventh Generation and check it out for yourself!
Buy it: You can buy Seventh Generation products almost anywhere. Most every grocery store and mass retailer carries the whole line, and the prices are quite reasonable as well!
Win it: One lucky TCC reader will win their own Seventh Generation Free & Clear Starter Kit, a $40 value!
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This giveaway will end on July 26th at 11:59pm EST. Winner will be drawn via random.org. The winner will be notified via email and on this blog and will have 48 hours to respond. Open to US residents only. No PO Boxes, please.
Disclaimer: I received these products to review free of charge and upon my request. All thoughts and opinions are my own. I was not monetarily compensated for this review.
