When looking for green cleaning products there now seem to be so many out there and it can be a little overwhelming for a consumer seeing so many choices. The thing is, if a product says it's green, is it really? Not always. One almost needs a science degree to work it out.
Here are some tips to make your choices easier.
There has been a lot of talk about different raw materials or ingredients that go into cleaning products and one that has received a lot of talk is SLS and SLES (Sodium Lauryl Sulphate and Sodium Laureth Ether Sulphate). These products are used to create bubbles in cleaning products. It it this process of foaming that helps lift the dirt, grease and grime from the surface to be cleaned.
A great deal of the uproar with these products is due to them being used in cosmetic preparations, baby products and toothpaste. They can cause skin irritation particularly in individuals who are prone to irritation. These products used in cleaning chemicals can also cause skin and eye irritation. Most responsible chemical companies will advise using gloves and avoid product splashing into your eyes when using these products so that the user can avoid any problems. In fact regardless of whether or not the manufacturer tells you to wear gloves it is always a good idea to do so. And of course, avoid splashing any chemical into your eyes - wear goggles if necessary
The other problem with SLS and it's family of raw materials is that it is most often made from petroleum. All green products steer away from petroleum based raw materials as they increase our carbon footprint. Blendwell Chemicals now uses SLES that is made from renewable plant sources only.
For more information on Blendwell Chemicals and its huge range of cleaning products, go to http://www.blendwell.co.za/
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