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The Best Sustainable Hacks & Habits from Thrive Market Employees
When we set out to share some tips for how to develop more sustainable habits this Earth Month, we turned to some of our favorite sustainability pros: our very own employees. Aside from working to provide healthy, organic groceries to our members, many Thrive Market employees also make it a point to live low-waste or ...
Spring Cleaning Checklist: Conscious Cleaning Tips for Your Whole Home
Spring always comes with a feeling of renewal. You might get the urge to fling open windows to let in a floral breeze, swap out that cozy bedding with something light and crisp, and (who knows!) maybe even pull out those hard-to-clean kitchen appliances for a deep scrub. If you’re feeling the urge to jump-start ...
Get to Know Rosey™ with Thrive Market’s Product Innovator for Home Cleaning
When you think about cleaning your home, what’s most important to you? Chances are, Erin McCarthy, Thrive Market’s Product Innovator for Home Cleaning and Supplies might agree. “In my eyes, cleaning is all about trusting 1) That the product will work, ‘cause no one has time to clean twice, and 2) That the product will ...
How to Clean an Air Fryer, Chemex, and Other Tricky Kitchen Tools
Why does it seem like your favorite kitchen tools are always the hardest to clean? If you find yourself wondering if the juice is worth the squeeze—quite literally—when it comes to cleaning your juicer (and all its accompanying parts), you’re definitely not alone. Instead of skipping your morning French press because of its confusing clean-up ...
6 Ways to Support Your Immune System + Minimize Germs
Building up a strong immune system is always top of mind during cold and flu season—but even more so this year with the rise of COVID-19 infections. While there are supplements you can take and disinfecting cleaning products you can buy, the most effective ways to bolster immunity are through simple, daily habits. Below, we ...
Probiotic Cleaners: Why and How to Use Them
Wellness topics often include lots of chatter about the benefits of probiotics for gut health. No doubt you’ve already heard about probiotics, researched them, or even started a daily supplement routine. But are you cleaning your house with probiotics yet? If not, consider this post your primer on wiping out bacteria … with bacteria. If ...
10 Nontoxic Pet-Friendly Cleaning Products
Opting to use the best nontoxic cleaning products throughout your home benefits every member of the family—including pets. Dogs and cats can be just as sensitive to potential toxins and artificial fragrances as their human companions. That’s why it’s worth considering your pets’ well-being when making decisions about how to keep your floors, countertops, and ...
DIY Toilet Bowl Bombs
Believe it or not, it’s easy to get your bathroom sparkling clean with non-toxic ingredients that won’t break the bank. So say goodbye to toxic chemicals and hello to a refreshing citrusy toilet bowl cleaner from the new book Clean Mama’s Guide to a Healthy Home by Becky Rapinchuk. You’ll love how easy it is ...
DIY Citrus Fabric Sanitizer Spray
Refresh your fabrics, rugs, sheets, and closets with this DIY sanitizing spray. The recipe, courtesy of Clean Mama’s Guide to a Healthy Home by Becky Rapinchuk, requires just four simple ingredients that you might already have on hand! Once you learn the basic ratios, play around with your favorite essential oil scents for a custom ...
Essential Oils for Cleaning
There’s a reason essential oils (aka EOs) are deemed “essential.” These natural extracts have been used as medicinal healers or ceremonial tools for centuries, and their many benefits are still celebrated today. But one EO application we might be overlooking, beyond their basic calming properties, is the ability to fight bacteria, purify air, and ward ...
Best Non-Toxic Cleaning Products, Tips, and DIY Recipes
We take time to ensure our food is free of preservatives, chemicals, and additives, but is it really necessary to do the same with our household cleaners? The truth is, many cleaning products on the market include harmful chemicals, which is why non-toxic products are a great option for maintaining a clean, healthy home. And ...
Refresh Your Kitchen With DIY Garbage Disposal Pods
If you’ve ever turned on the garbage disposal switch only to be greeted by a not-so-pleasant odor coming from the kitchen sink, then we’ve got a DIY recipe to freshen things up—fast! This easy recipe combines laundry powder with a few pantry staples like baking soda and salt. We like the refreshing, citrusy notes of ...