1. MRS. MEYER'S

Mrs. Meyer's is one of my favorite must try cleaning brands! I use a lot of their products from soap and detergent to those for countertops and toilets. This family decided to create cleaners that not only smell like they come from the garden, but that use less harsh chemicals. But they work just as great as those products filled with tons of harsh chemicals! My personal favorite scent is basil. Mmm... smells great, and cleans even better!

2. SEVENTH GENERATION

Seventh Generation's products are everyday household products free from toxins. They're also a great foundation; they are not only a business but they provide sustainability grants to promote and improve the environment and conserve nature. Not only are their products great, they help the Earth maintain its greatness just for us.

3. CLOROX GREEN WORKS

You'd think since its made by Clorox that it would be filled with harsh chemicals. But guess what? Green Works is a line of products without the harsh chemical fumes or residue. What? Pretty cool right? The Clorox Green Works products are made with plant and mineral based cleaning ingredients, and their cleaning products come from biodegradable ingredients that are naturally derived. Thanks Clorox!

4. EARTH FRIENDLY

These cleaning products not only keep clothes and your carpet looking and smelling like new, but their formula is naturally based on enzymes and plants that work great to break down those stains. They have a variety of products that are safe around animals as well!

5. J.R. WATKINS

I saw this product in the same aisle as Seventh Generation and Mrs. Meyers at Target. And let me tell you these smell fantastic! Their products are coconut based with aloe and green tea. Although they don't use harsh chemicals, the natural product ingredients work wonders on all surfaces! Check them out as well!

6. DREFT

Now, this stuff smells just like newborn babies! So heavenly! It's safe and soft, and specially formulated to be gentle on skin but tough on stains. They have a plethora of new products from multi-surface wipes, multi-surface spray, and even fabric refresher and odor eliminator. I love Dreft products!

7. HONEST COMPANY

I used all sorts of Honest products from laundry detergent, dish soap, body soap, to diapers. And, although they may be on the pricey side, their safe ingredients are great on stains and germs, plus the company gives back. Of course, with Jessica Alba as a head hauncho you can't go wrong! Their products do speak for themselves; they're safe on baby and adults, smell great, and work wonders.

There are tons of cleaning brands out there that are safer for you and your loved ones. They may be a bit on the pricey side, but trying them out wouldn't hurt. Even making homemade cleaning products versus chemical-filled products would be better. Have you tried any of these out? Do you have a favorite cleaning brand that you just won't break from? Let me know!