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Everyday products can contain materials and ingredients you’d rather avoid.  We research cookware coatings, mattress fillings, personal care formulas, and more to help you choose with confidence.  Start with one useful swap, then work through your home at your own pace.

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This month’s top picks

Bee’s Wrap Beeswax Food Wraps (3-Pack, Honeycomb)
GOTS COTTONORGANIC COTTON
Bee’s Wrap Beeswax Food Wraps (3-Pack, Honeycomb)
Why we recommend it: Wax-coated organic cotton molds around produce, bread or a bowl, replacing disposable cling film with a washable cover.  This three-size set suits different portions; wash in cool water and keep it away from raw meat and hot food.
Materials: organic cotton · beeswax · tree resin
$19.99★ 4.6 · 13,000+ ratingsView on Amazon
Badger Adventure Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50
USA PRODUCTION
Badger Adventure Mineral Sunscreen SPF 50
Why we recommend it: Zinc oxide provides broad-spectrum SPF 50 protection in a four-ingredient cream, with sunflower oil and beeswax to moisturize skin.  Unscented.
Materials: 25% zinc oxide · beeswax · sunflower oil
$18.99★ 4.5 · 2,000+ ratingsView on Amazon
Lodge BOLD Seasoned Cast Iron Pizza Pan — 14-inch
CAST IRONUSA PRODUCTION
Lodge BOLD Seasoned Cast Iron Pizza Pan — 14-inch
Why we recommend it: A broad cast-iron surface stores heat for a crisp pizza base, with vegetable-oil seasoning you can renew rather than a factory nonstick film.  Dual handles support the heavy pan; dry and lightly oil it after washing.
Materials: cast iron · plant oils
$59.90★ 4.8 · 7,000+ ratingsView on Amazon
Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven (5.5 qt)
CAST IRONENAMEL
Le Creuset Enameled Cast Iron Dutch Oven (5.5 qt)
Why we recommend it: Porcelain enamel puts a smooth, easy-to-clean layer between food and heat-retaining cast iron.  The pale interior helps you watch browning, and the tight lid suits slow braises and stews without the seasoning upkeep of bare iron.
Materials: enameled cast iron
$308.95★ 4.8 · 7,000+ ratingsView on Amazon
American Blossom Linens Cotton Quilted Pillow Sham — Cover Only
COTTONUSA PRODUCTION
American Blossom Linens Cotton Quilted Pillow Sham — Cover Only
Why we recommend it: Cotton percale surrounds cotton batting held together by needle-punching rather than adhesive.  Made in the USA, this quilted sham uses 45% organic cotton in its outer fabric, with both layers preshrunk for more predictable washing.
Materials: cotton
$59.00View product
Soaring Heart Organic Wool Pillow — Soft Travel/Kids
ORGANIC COTTONORGANIC WOOL
Soaring Heart Organic Wool Pillow — Soft Travel/Kids
Why we recommend it: Layers of organic wool batting give this Soft Travel/Kids pillow its cushioning, with organic cotton as the outer fabric.  Handcrafted in Washington, it is a straightforward wool-filled choice for someone who prefers a softer, smaller pillow.
Materials: organic wool · organic cotton
$124.00View product
Peacock Alley Montauk Cotton Matelassé Shower Curtain
OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100COTTON
Peacock Alley Montauk Cotton Matelassé Shower Curtain
Why we recommend it: Long-staple cotton gives Montauk its textured matelassé fabric, and Peacock Alley lists OEKO-TEX STANDARD 100 certification for the curtain.  Made in Portugal, this washable decorative panel should be paired with a separate liner.
Materials: cotton · metal
$190.00View product
Weddell Duo WD-100WH Shower Filter — White
NSF
Weddell Duo WD-100WH Shower Filter — White
Why we recommend it: The Duo pairs an activated-carbon block with a separate sediment cartridge to reduce free chlorine in shower water.  Its exact model is NSF/ANSI 177 certified, with a 10,000-gallon rating at 2 gallons per minute.  The housing and cartridge components contain plastic, and the supplied installation tape is PTFE (Teflon).  It is not a water softener; replace cartridges sooner if flow drops.
Materials: activated carbon · ABS plastic housing · PTFE installation tape
$89.98★ 4.5 · 1,000+ ratingsView on Amazon

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A reassuring label only tells part of the story.  We look at the surface your food touches, the filling inside a mattress, and the ingredients in a daily routine, then explain why a product makes our list.

WHAT IT’S MADE OFClear information about ingredients, coatings, fabrics, and fillings, including the parts a product’s name can leave out.
WHY IT MATTERSA specific reason to choose each product, such as an uncoated cooking surface or a fragrance-free formula.
HOW IT FITS YOUR LIFEUseful choices with everyday care, comfort, function, and cost in mind.