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Oxygen vs. Bleach - Which One is Better?

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When most people think of a product that has the power to lift stains, brighten whites, and disinfect fabrics, most will think of conventional bleach. It might get your clothes looking bright, but you run the risk of dangers to your health and the environment!

What exactly is bleach?


Bleach is a chlorine-based corrosive substance that uses a diluted solution of sodium hypochlorite to turn coloured organic compounds into colourless ones. It’s a corrosive substance that – even when diluted – can cause burns, irritations, and damage home surfaces. Since bleach is strong enough to kill some of the worst bacteria, it makes sense that it poses a risk to anyone that uses it! It can especially be harmful to babies, young children, and pets, as their immune systems can’t fight off the harsh chemicals.
Serious effects of bleach can include skin burns, respiratory problems, damage to the nervous system, asthma flare-ups, headaches, and vomiting. Bleach is not only toxic to humans, but to animals and our environment! Bleach is a known contributor to water pollution. When it makes its way into our water systems, it reacts with other minerals and elements to create a host of dangerous toxins that can take years to naturally break down. Even the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) has banned the use of bleach in restaurants, hotels, hospitals, and schools. Shouldn’t we do the same in our homes?
Thankfully, the answer is easy – Nellie’s Oxygen Brightener brightens your whites and penetrates stains without hurting you, your family, or the environment! Thanks to the power of oxygen, our formula strips away dirt, grit, odour, and grime. The chlorine-free formula is colour-safe, septic safe, hypoallergenic, environmentally-friendly, and biodegradable, just like all of Nellie’s products.
How can you use Oxygen Brightener around the house? Click here!
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Do You Really Need a Special Detergent for Baby Clothes?

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If you thought you washed a lot of clothes before becoming a parent, hold onto your laundry basket! The average family accumulates 8 to 10 loads of laundry each week – and because newborns have extra-sensitive skin, the American Academy of Pediatrics recommends that you start washing baby’s clothes before he or she even arrives.

Do you need a special laundry detergent for baby clothes?


The decision is entirely up to you! It’s true that some families toss everyone’s dirty clothes in the same load, but using the same detergent for all isn’t ideal when a newborn is in the mix. Many detergents contain chemicals and fragrances that can irritate baby’s delicate skin. If you’re eczema-prone or have sensitive skin, chances are baby may react negatively to harsh ingredients.
While Nellie’s Laundry Soda is formulated with sensitive skin in mind and is (as always!) hypoallergenic, Nellie’s Baby Laundry is specially formulated to deal with baby’s unavoidable mishaps. We’ve added a concentration of Sodium Percarbonate for natural brightening, plus pure vegetable soap. Now there's no need for any additional whiteners or brighteners! Everything you need, in one scoop!
Baby Laundry’s stain fighting power is effective on cloth diapers and removes stubborn baby stains like milk, baby formula, and spit-up. The formula is plant and mineral-based, and it’s non-allergenic, gentle on baby’s skin, and leaves no residue or fragrance on fabrics. Tough on stains, gentle on baby's sensitive skin. It's ideal for baby's clothes and bedding!
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The Scrub-Down – Cleaning Your Bathroom from Top to Bottom

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Maybe we’re old fashioned (or simply hygienic), but we think the place responsible for cleaning you should be pretty clean too! Nellie’s line of bathroom products not only provides exceptional eco-friendly cleaning power against bathroom dirt and grime, but it leaves the room smelling great too – all without harsh chemicals, phosphates, dyes, perfumes, and no SLS or SLES! Keep reading to find out how you can get a green clean for your bathroom.

Shower & Bath Cleaner


Cleaning the shower or bath is no fun, no matter how good your cleaning playlist is. Cut back on the scrubbing with the Shower & Bath Cleaner. Use it as a daily cleaner as well as a general deep clean. Simply turn the nozzle to the ‘ON’ position and spray away! For general shower cleaning, spray the entire area and allow the solution to set for at least 30 seconds to loosen the dirt and soap scum. Scrub with a non-abrasive sponge if necessary, and then rinse and wipe clean. For daily shower cleaning, mist all wet surfaces (including the shower curtain) right after your shower and allow to dry. Don’t use on natural stone, marble, brass, or damaged/cracked surfaces.

All-Purpose Cleaner


The All-Purpose Cleaner truly lives up to its name – you can get an eco-friendly clean from the kitchen, the hallway, your outdoor space, and more! In the bathroom, it’s ideal for counters and any other surface that gets toothpaste marks and finger prints. The lemongrass scent provides an exceptional cleaning power against household dirt and grime, all while being free from harsh chemicals, phosphates, dyes, perfumes, and no SLS or SLES. Wipe away all that dirt without hurting you, your family, or the environment!

Toilet Bowl Cleaner


When it comes to the place you put your cheeks, you want to keep it as clean as possible! Nellie’s Toilet Bowl Cleaner has our signature refreshing lemongrass scent – much better than what’s normally going on in there! Get eco-friendly cleaning power and long-lasting performance without any nasty chemicals. Simply flush the toilet to wet the bowl area, and squeeze the bottle under the rim. Allow to set for a few minutes, and then scrub with a toilet brush and flush to rinse!
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Mop Your Way to Happy, Healthy Floors

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Cleaning floors has never been so easy or so fun with the WOW Mop! The cordless and lightweight mop features oscillating pads, a high-frequency motor, LED lights to illuminate under large furniture, and a long grip handle so you can tackle dirt and stains effortlessly.
The WOW Mop comes with the Nellie’s WOW Wet Floor cleaning pads, specifically designed for the WOW Mop. They clean up spills, stains, and dirt with ease, leaving your floors spotless. Plus, the cleaning pads are eco-friendly, machine washable, and can be used up to 100 times. To keep your cleaning pads nice and clean, wash them with a fragrance-free detergent like Nellie’s Laundry Soda. For collecting lint, dust, and pet hair on alll surfaces, use the Nellie's WOW Dry Floor cleaning pads. Like the Wet Floor cleaning pads, they're eco-friendly and machine washable!
You’ll want to use those cleaning pads with our plant-based Floor Clare, with its tough-on-stains formula that will tackle any household dirt and odors – all with our signature lemongrass scent. It’s perfect for hardwood, tile, ceramic, and more. How to use it? Simply sweep the floor clean, and then skae well and dilute as desired or use straight from the bottle. Dispense directly into the WOW Mop’s reservoir and mop away! Use often for happy, healthy floors.

Not Just for Wood & Tile!


The WOW Mop glides over wood, laminate, and tile floors, but did you know you can use it on carpet too? If you’re dealing with a pesky stain like, wine, coffee, or worse on your carpets and nothing is doing the trick, we’ve got the solution for you. Create a solution of 1 tablespoon of Nellie's Oxygen Brightener per 500ml (16oz) of water. Soak up any excess liquid from the stain before applying the solution. Wait 1 to 5 minutes, and then soak up with a white towel. Repeat if necessary, and then rinse thoroughly with water and blot dry. If it’s still not lifting, bring in the WOW Mop! The oscillating pads are perfect for lifting tough stains effortlessly. Simply apply some of the solution, place the pads over the stain, and go!
Shop the WOW Mop here and our WOW Mop Bundle here. Your floors will be spotless and your mother-in-law speechless. WOW, indeed!
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Tackle Dust & Dirt with the All-Purpose Cleaner!

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At Nellie’s, we want you to be able to clean your whole home with eco-friendly products – we couldn’t just stop at laundry! Our lemongrass-scented All-Purpose Cleaner gives you exceptional cleaning power against household dirt and grime, but without any harsh chemicals, phosphates, dyes, or perfumes, and contains no SLS or SLES. Just what can you use the All-Purpose Cleaner on? Keep reading to find out!

Kitchen


When it comes to the kitchen, the All-Purpose cleaner is truly versatile! Wipe down any surface from your counters, stove top, kitchen cabinets, to the inside of your fridge. Wherever there’s a spill or smudge, the All-Purpose Cleaner tackles it like nobody’s business.

Outdoors


Summer is officially here, and that means patio season! Keep your patio furniture sparkling clean by giving it a wipe-down with the All-Purpose Cleaner. You’ll get a fresh lemongrass scent, and won’t have to worry about getting any dirt or dust on your linen pants from your lounge chair. Plus, like all Nellie’s products, the All-Purpose Cleaner is biodegradable and totally eco-friendly – no need to worry about using harsh chemicals outdoors! For any heavy-soiled areas, spray and let soak for 30 seconds before wiping, and repeat if necessary.

Hallway


Hallways get a lot of traction in the home – they often lead to the favourite rooms in the house! That means lots of handprints, smudges, and scuffs on the walls, especially if you have little ones running around. Spray on any smudges and gently wipe away to reveal cleaner walls, naturally! Want to make sure it won’t damage your paint? Just test before using by applying to a small area first.
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