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Homes & Gardens
Homes & Gardens
Sophie Warren-Smith

6 critical signs your laundry detergent is causing 'mood swings, fatigue, and inflammation' – experts urge you to switch to non-toxic alternatives

Miele washing machine in a chic farmhouse style laundry room with striped wallpaper and flowers in the sink.

It's easy to reach for conventional laundry detergents, they're cheaper, convenient, and often scented to tempt us to use them. They promise numerous washes and that they're great for 'sensitive skin', but are they actually?

These products, packed with harmful chemicals like surfactants and ethanol, are detrimental to both our health and the environment.

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