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Paige Cerulli

Are air fresheners toxic? Handy home fragrance safety tips from medical experts, plus safe products to try instead

White can of air freshener being sprayed.

You may be wondering "are air fresheners toxic?" before tossing one in your shopping cart. If you have kids, pets, or are just sensitive to air quality there are a few things you should know.

Air fresheners can pose real dangers not only to humans but also to your fur family, too. We spoke with veterinarians and physicians to find out the risks, what you need to do in case of exposure.

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