Shaklee Basic-H - Worth the Trouble?
By Christine on
For a long time I have been concerned about the high level of harmful chemicals in my home cleaning products, but because my husband and I try to follow a strict budget that does not cover the expensive cleaning products at the natural foods store, I have not bothered to do anything about it. However, a year ago, two life-altering experiences took place that have since caused me to reconsider: my fourth cousin under the age of 23 got cancer, and I found out I was pregnant. My cousin's cancer provided a much-needed wake up call regarding our need to move toward a more organic, chemical-free way of living. My pregnancy made it impossible for me to continue doing what was "easy" because I knew the easy way of cleaning might be putting my family's health at risk. I began to research organic home cleansers, but needed to research no further when my mother gave me a forgotten bottle of Shaklee Basic-H, a concentrated organic cleaner that cleans everything from laundry and dishes to kitchen floors.
The Basic-H cleaner is only sold through distributors, so you cannot pick it up at your local Target or Wal-Mart. However, Shaklee makes it easy to find a distributor on their website, http://shaklee.com/index.shtml. I have not tried Shaklee's other products, but I have had great success with their all-purpose Basic-H.
The back of the container lists the cleaner-to-water ratio recommended for different types of materials. For instance, to clean pots and pans, it suggests mixing one tablespoon of cleanser to a gallon of water; to clean furniture, it recommends mixing 1 teaspoon of cleanser to a quart of warm water. Though it may take a little more time to research how much water is needed to dilute the concentration for each cleaning job, it has proved to be a very little inconvenience for me and the rewards are well worth it. I have memorized the amount needed for the laundry, and pre-mixed the amounts needed for the dishes and dusting, so really it takes no more time than pulling out a container of Windex, and I reap the benefits of knowing that I am doing what I can to make my home more organic and chemical-free. Not only that, but Shaklee's Basic-H is good for the environment. Its cleaning agents are biodegradable and break down naturally, so not only am I doing a good deed for my family, I am doing a good deed for the earth as well!
Because of Shaklee's Basic-H formula, I now have organic cleansers for my laundry, dishes, furniture, windows, mirrors, floors, and basically anything else in the home I might want to clean! The best part is that a 16 oz. bottle of the concentrated cleaner that creates 48 gallons of organic, non-toxic cleansers can be yours for only $11.95! You do the math. Shaklee's Basic-H is an affordable way to provide those we love with a home that is more organic and chemical-free, for a mere $0.25 a gallon!
You're so smart to have converted to organic cleansers!!!
When I find a cleanser to be excellent, I tend to remain loyal to it - especially since I am a healthy chemical free person. I may try others, but always return to the one that continues to be excellence year after year. Despite more costly cleansers - the Made from Earth Green Tea Toxin Cleanser has been my cleanser of choice for the last 5 years. My skin and eyes are extremely sensitive, so I am very cautious with the type of cleanser I choose. This one was recommended by a dermatologist and I'm very grateful for the suggestion. It is extremely gentle, fragrance free and can be used directly on my eyes. I apply it onto my dry face, rub it all over, then rinse it off and pat my face dry. I gave a bottle to my sister and she was impressed, too. In all honesty, I don't know if she's returned to using the chanel cleanser, but I am as faithful to the Made from Earth skincare line. If you too have sensitive skin, try the Green Tea Toxin Cleanser for a nice treat - you wont be disappointed. Also - dont buy at your local Whole Foods. .They are usually overprice their products..its worth it to buy online for the discounts..even with the shipping expense it is cheaper...
I have been using the Made from Earth "Vitamin Enhanced Face Firming Serum" for approximately a month now with some interesting results. A little goes a long way and it does seem to help me wake up with a soft, somewhat smoother skin texture. It does seem to be effective in producing a nice feel in the morning, perhaps some extra firmness, too. It's a great compliment to Made from Earth's Vitamin Enhanced Moisturizer which i use during the day. My skin feels more tight. I would not say it is miraculous with wrinkles, but I like my skins new texture. Definitely worth a try when compared with similar, more expensive products. I personally would recommend combining the Made from Earth Face Firming Serum at night and using the moisturizer during the day for the best results. That is what worked for me...even my husband made a comment on how young I looked, and he never notices anything! well..correction...he didn't say I looked young. . .just how fresh he thought my face looked...I'll take that!