Is Febreze spray toxic?

No. Contrary to popular belief, Febreze is NOT toxic. We thoroughly check that our ingredients are safe, both on their own and as part of the combined formula, through years of safety testing and collaborations with global safety agencies. Learn more about how Febreze works here.

Is it safe to inhale Febreze?

Febreze Air Effects Inhalation: Intentional misuse by deliberately concentrating and inhaling pressurized product may be harmful or fatal. Inhalation of high concentrations of ethanol vapor may cause irritation of the eyes and respiratory tract, drowsiness and fatigue.

What harmful chemicals are in Febreze?

What happens if Febreze gets in your mouth?

Liquid air freshener, when swallowed in small amounts, can cause minor irritation to the mouth, nausea, and vomiting.

Is Febreze a neurotoxin?

Febreze also contains neurotoxic chemicals. Chemicals found in Febreze can cause allergies to the skin, eyes, and lungs. The most dangerous fact is Febreze does not give a clear idea about the ingredients used in it.

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Does Febreze mess with hormones?

Interestingly enough, the National Resources Defense Council (NRDC) also tested 14 different air fresheners in 2007, including Febreze, and found they contained phthalates, which are hormone-disrupting chemicals and have been linked with childhood asthma.

Does Febreze have benzene in it?

Product Ingredients

Febreze contains no formaldehyde, benzene, phthalates, PVCs, or flammable propellants.

What to do if your child ingests Febreze?

When to seek immediate help. Most perfumes contain high amounts of ethanol, which can be especially dangerous for children. If your child ingests a teaspoon or more — we aren't talking about a spritz or two — you need to contact a poison control center at 800-222-1222, or call your child's pediatrician, right away.

What is the safest air freshener to use?

What happens if Febreze touches your skin?

Getting air freshener on the skin can cause some irritation and redness. Typically, the discomfort goes away after washing the area well. Fragrances are known to cause allergic-type skin reactions, so a rash is also possible.

Is it safe to use Febreze around pets?

"Like all our products, Febreze and its ingredients were tested extensively to ensure that the product is safe for humans, pets, and the environment," the P&G fact sheet said.

Can you spray Febreze on walls?

You can use it on the floors and walls as well as most furniture.

Is Febreze toxic to dogs?

Contrary to rumors alleging that Febreze causes serious illness or death in pets, our veterinary toxicology experts at APCC regard Febreze fabric freshener products to be safe for use in households with pets. As with any product, it is important that you always follow label instructions for use.

Are air fresheners toxic to breathe?

Air freshener exposures, even at low levels, have been associated with a range of adverse health effects, which include migraine headaches, asthma attacks, breathing difficulties, respiratory difficulties, mucosal symptoms, dermatitis, infant diarrhea and earache, neurological problems, and ventricular fibrillation ( ...

What happens if you inhale a lot of air freshener?

Most of the ingredients used in air fresheners are highly toxic. Ethyl/isopropyl alcohol can be extremely dangerous if absorbed through the skin, inhaled, or ingested. Symptoms include naesea, vommiting, depression, headache, dizziness, anesthesia and possible coma.

How can I make my house smell nice naturally?

What is a natural alternative to Febreze?

What can I use instead of Febreze?

The absolute simplest way to make a homemade Febreze substitute is to mix fabric softener and water and pour into a spray bottle. You can vary the ratio depending on how strong a smell you want, but most recipes call for one part fabric softener and two to three parts water.

How can I make my room smell nice all the time?

Which air fresheners are toxic?

The most prevalent VOCs classified as toxic or hazardous in fragranced air fresheners are acetone, ethanol, d-limonene, pinene, and acetate, according to a 2015 study authored by Steinemann and published in Air Quality, Atmosphere & Health.

What if a child swallows an air freshener?

If someone swallows air freshener, immediately use the webPOISONCONTROL^® online tool or call Poison Control at 1-800-222-1222. If air fresheners spill on the skin, rinse with running water right away. If they splash in the eyes, rinse with running water for at least fifteen minutes.

How long does Febreze smell last?

our products. For fabrics you wish you could wash: Fabric Refresher fights sunk-in stink with long-lasting freshness. Your go-to air freshener for any odors that arise: Air Effects doesn't just mask stinky air, it instantly fights it. Don't forget all your favorite nooks and crannies: SMALL SPACES lasts 45 days.

Does Febreze have formaldehyde in it?

As mentioned earlier, some Febreze products now explicitly state that they're made without formaldehyde. But even products that don't contain formaldehyde as an ingredient can contain what are called formaldehyde-releasers.

What brands have benzene in them?

The highest levels were found in Sure, Old Spice, Secret, Equate, Right Guard, Tag and Brut. Valisure tested nearly 300 sunscreens or after-sun products and found detectable levels in 77, or about 27%, of samples. Among those with the highest levels were Neutrogena, CVS, Sun Bum, Raw Elements and Banana Boat.

What household products contain benzene?

The benzene in indoor air comes from products that contain benzene such as glues, paints, furniture wax, and detergents.