You’ve probably heard about forever-chemicals, hidden in everyday stuff. They’re used to make things water, grease, or stain-resistant: think cleaning products, waterproof fabrics, food packaging, and some personal-care products. But the same traits that make PFAS (forever chemicals) useful, also mean they never break down. Once they’re out there, they stick around.
What are the risks of PFAS?
PFAS are nicknamed “forever chemicals” because they persist in the environment, soil and water long after we throw products away. Over time they can build up in wildlife and in people. Research links exposure to PFAS with serious health concerns
Recent findings show PFAS contamination is widespread in water and soil across the UK. In some areas near industrial sites or chemical plants, water and soil testing reveal PFAS at levels experts say pose a “medium or high risk” to public health.
Why PFAS in your home matter
It isn’t just industrial pollution that’s the problem. Everyday products, such as non-stick pans, chemical cleaners, certain packaging, maybe even personal-care items, often contain PFAS.
That means the exposure could be an unseen part of your daily routine: from how you cook, clean, eat, dress, or even how you wash. Because PFAS are so persistent, repeated exposure, even at low levels, could build up over time.
What you can do: Simple steps
You don’t need to become a chemist to make your home safer. A few simple swaps can make a real difference:
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Choose PFA-free cookware or choose pans without non-stick coating.
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Avoid waterproof sprays, stain-repellents or coated textiles that might rely on PFAS.
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Use cleaning and care products from transparent, responsible brands — especially those that state clearly they’re PFAS-free, naturally derived, and biodegradable.
Why we’re serious about being PFAS-free at Miniml
At Miniml we believe cleaning your home shouldn’t come at the cost of your health or the planet. That’s why none of our products contain PFAS. All our formulas are 99%+ naturally derived and 100% biodegradable.
So you can scrub your body, wash dishes, clean clothes or refresh fabrics, and rest easy knowing you’re not adding “forever chemicals” to your home, water or the environment. It’s cleaning that’s kind.
Easy swaps for everyday life at home
If you’re ready to make a change, here are some of the Miniml products you can use instead of conventional household chemistry:
Natural Origin Multi-Surface Cleaner
For benches, tiles, kitchen surfaces: PFAS-free and effective.
Skin-friendly Hand Wash
For daily hand-washing without harsh, chemical-heavy soaps.
Gut-Safe Washing Up Liquid
Cuts grease, rinses clean, biodegrades with no mystery chemicals.
Family-friendly Laundry Liquid
Gentle on skin and fabrics, PFAS-free, ideal for everyday washing.
Safe Oven Cleaner
Instead of aerosol kitchen sprays or harsh oven chemicals. 99.2% naturally derived and a safer choice overall.
