If you're like most people, you probably love walking into a room that smells amazing, thanks to an air freshener. But have you ever stopped to wonder what's really inside those little bottles of fragrances? While air fresheners can make our homes smell fantastic, they may also contain harmful ingredients that can be detrimental to our health. In this blog post, we'll take a closer look at some of the potentially harmful chemicals found in typical air fresheners and why you might want to consider alternatives like Koparo.

Ingredients of Popular Air Fresheners

1. Amyl Cinnamal
2. Hexyl Salicylate
3. Hydroxyisohexyl 3-Cyclohexene Carboxaldehyde
4. Cis-3-Hexenyl Salicylate
5. Hexyl Cinnamal
6. Methyl Ionone
7. Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone

That sounds like Greek to most unless you are a chemical engineer or just obsessed with air freshener ingredients (like us). So here’s a crash course.

Amyl Cinnamal 

Amyl Cinnamal is a common fragrance ingredient found in many cosmetic and cleaning products, but it has harmful effects on both human health and the environment. This chemical can cause skin irritation, respiratory problems, and even endocrine disruption. Additionally, Amyl Cinnamal contributes to environmental pollution, harming aquatic life and ecosystems. It's important to be aware of the potential risks of this chemical and to choose products that don't contain it.

Cis-3-Hexenyl Salicylate

Cis-3-Hexenyl Salicylate is a known skin irritant and can cause contact dermatitis, which is a condition that results in redness, itching, and swelling of the skin. It can also contribute to environmental pollution when released into the air or water, causing harm to aquatic life and ecosystems. It's important to be aware of the potential risks of this chemical and choose products that don't contain it to protect both ourselves and the environment.

Methyl Ionone

Fragrance ingredients like methyl ionone are often added to many personal care products and household cleaners but it has various hazardous effects on human health. It has potential harmful effects on both human health and the environment. This chemical is a known skin irritant that can cause contact dermatitis, as well as respiratory problems such as asthma and bronchitis. Furthermore it can interfere in hormone function, leading to potential health effects.

Hexyl Cinnamal

Hexyl Cinnamal is a fragrance ingredient that is commonly used in personal care and household products. While it may give off a pleasant scent, this chemical has potential harmful effects on human health. One of the most common ill effects of Hexyl Cinnamal is skin irritation. It can cause contact dermatitis, which is a condition that results in redness, itching, and swelling of the skin. This can be especially problematic for people with sensitive skin, as they are more prone to developing this type of reaction.

Breathing Easy: Choosing Healthier Alternatives

In conclusion, gas or propellent based air fresheners can be a convenient way to freshen up your living space and make it smell great. However, it is important to be aware of the potentially harmful chemicals that can be lurking in these products. By choosing non propellant based formulations such as Koparo’s, you can freshen up your home without exposing yourself or your family to unnecessary toxins. With a little bit of knowledge and some simple changes, you can create a healthy and refreshing living space that smells just as amazing, but without the hidden dangers of chemical-laden air fresheners. 

Koparo Air Fresheners: No CFCs, no propellants

Koparo air fresheners are based on mist spray of a fine fragrance and do not use CFCs or propellants or parabens making them a very safe choice for homes with pets and kids or even those with any allergies. You can choose from exotic Indian fragrances of Rajnigandha, Sandalwood & Lavender and Neem to tackle any malodour in your home.

Our air freshener cuts through tough odour in bathrooms, cars, kitchens to refresh the air in an instant. 

So, take a deep breath of that fresh, clean air, and know that you are making a positive step towards a healthier and happier home. Give Koparo’s range of air fresheners a try and join the movement towards a cleaner, safer, and more sustainable world that’s gentle on you too!