Published on December 1, 2016.-

Trying to reduce the amount of waste in the cleaning products we use is essential when it comes to wanting to lower our carbon footprint and maintain a more environmentally friendly lifestyle, especially from our home.

A continuación, te entregamos algunos consejos para lograr reducir residuos en la limpieza:

• Use detergents without phosphates or surfactants, as these can cause diseases in the respiratory system.
• Refillable detergents have less impact from packaging.
• La limpieza y la “blancura” no mejoran por usar más detergente del mínimo necesario.
• For cleaning many surfaces and fabrics, natural or neutral soaps give optimal results.
• Fabric softeners are very polluting, reduce the life of clothes and can affect the skin. Try not to use them or only use them occasionally.
• Vinegar serves as a detergent, floor cleaner, color fixer for woolen garments, and even as a degreaser.
• Avoid using air fresheners. It is best to ventilate the rooms, and if necessary, place aromatic plants or essential oil vaporizers.
• Baking soda and borax are universal detergents and are used to bleach clothes.
• To dispose of your household waste, use recycled and biodegradable garbage bags.