What's Really in Your Cleaning Products? The 5 Most Dangerous Ingredients Explained.
Many household cleaners contain toxic substances that you inhale daily or absorb through your skin. Here you can find out which 5 ingredients are particularly dangerous – and how to avoid them.
You spray, wipe, and scrub – and think you’re doing your home good. But did you know that many cleaning products contain substances that are considered harmful to health – even with normal use?
Some of these substances can trigger allergies, affect the hormonal system, or even damage the respiratory tract.
Top 5 dangerous ingredients in conventional cleaners
1. Ammonia:
Irritates eyes, skin, and respiratory tract – especially dangerous in contact with chlorine.
2. Chlorine compounds:
Can form toxic gases – often found in toilet or mold cleaners.
3. Synthetic fragrances (e.g., phthalates):
Can have hormonal effects and are suspected of impairing fertility.
4. Preservatives (e.g., methylisothiazolinone):
Known for their allergy-triggering properties.
5. Petroleum-based surfactants:
Poorly biodegradable, harmful to aquatic organisms.
What this does to your health
These substances enter your body through the skin, respiratory tract, or indirectly via surfaces.
Children, pregnant women, people with sensitive skin, and pets are particularly affected.
In the long term, these burdens can accumulate – with consequences that are not immediately noticeable.
Joaloka puts an end to toxins in everyday life
Our products are:
- 100% free of dangerous chemicals
- biodegradable and skin-friendly
- vegan, cruelty-free, and fragrance-free (where appropriate)
- bottled in glass instead of plastic
Because not only the result should be clean – but also the way to get there.