A pleasant and unobtrusive aroma at home is an important component of coziness and a comfortable stay.The smell of pine needles, citrus fruits, sea breezes and other aromas are found on shelves with air fresheners. But not every freshener really solves the problem of bad smell, and sometimes it is completely harmful to use.
10 reasons why a freshener can be harmful
When using household chemicals, people are divided into two categories: those who do not think about possible harm to themselves and nature and those who carefully check all the funds purchased. The second group of people is aware of the aerosol damage for the residents of the house to a greater extent and for the environment.
The reasons why it is better to refuse an air freshener:
1. Aerosols contain volatile organic compounds that are toxic or dangerous. Among them, in the compositions you can see ethanol, acetone, acetate, pinene. This can provoke an allergic reaction, with irritation of the skin, on the mucous membrane or in the respiratory system. Some note nausea and headaches.
2. If you inhale funds containing formaldehyde daily, the central nervous system suffers, and the substance provokes disturbances in it. Formaldehyde is found in paints, varnishes, particle board and Together, all of these materials in your home can cause allergies.
3. Freshener in some cases increases sweating or body temperature for no apparent reason.
4. Phthalic ether disrupts hormonal levels, impairs sperm quality, and causes reproductive pathologies or birth defects. So if there is a young couple or a pregnant woman in the house, it is better to refuse to use fresheners. In addition, phthalates accumulate in the kidneys and liver.
5. After inhaling freshener vapor blood composition changes, hemoglobin decreases and anemia may develop.
6. The main component of the aerosol - 1.4 dichlorobenzene causes 2 serious diseases. It negatively affects the functioning of the lungs, and prolonged use of drugs with the substance causes liver cancer.
7. Those who constantly spray a freshener in the house may note lethargy, drowsiness, apathy and worsening of mood for no apparent reason.
8. Strong intoxication with harmful aerosol substances impairs vision and provokes involuntary contraction of the muscles of the arms and legs.
9. If the house has small children, air freshener weakens their immunity.
10. A violation in the digestive system, which is manifested by vomiting, burning in the stomach and exacerbation of chronic diseases.
On many labels of manufacturers of air fresheners it is written that it can only be used in ventilated and ventilated rooms. The toilet and bathroom, where aerosols are most often used, do not belong to such places. They are recommended to be replaced with natural fresheners.
To create a pleasant aroma in the house without harm to health, you can use essential oil. It is diluted with water and sprayed from the spray gun in the air. Another option is to moisten a cotton pad with essential oil and put in the room. Some housewives put a cotton pad in a vacuum cleaner. When choosing an essential oil, individual intolerance must be considered. If you want to create an atmosphere with a smell, you can use scented candles or oil sticks.
It is impossible to solve the problem of unpleasant odors in the house, blocking them with a purchased freshener. It is known that the best smell in the house is the absence of any smell. Replacing old plumbing, regular cleaning and washing dirty things will help more. And fresh pastries and regular airing of rooms will create a cosiness and a good atmosphere in the room.
