These Hidden Ingredients in Your Cleaning Products Could Be Making Menopause Worse – Here’s What to Use Instead

The Sneaky Link Between Cleaning Products and Menopause Symptoms

Menopause can be a physically and emotionally demanding time. From disrupted sleep and fatigue to mood swings, joint pain, hot flushes, and skin changes, the effects of shifting hormones are wide-ranging and often misunderstood. What’s more, these symptoms can be exacerbated by factors we don’t always consider, like the everyday cleaning products we use in our homes.

This October, in recognition of World Menopause Awareness Month, established by the International Menopause Society (IMS) and supported by the World Health Organisation (WHO), we’re shining a light on how your environment could be playing a role in your menopause experience. World Menopause Awareness Day, held on October 18^th , is a powerful reminder to reassess the hidden elements that may be affecting our health, especially at such a hormonally sensitive time.

At Bio-D, our mission is not only to provide effective, sustainable cleaning products but also to empower individuals with the knowledge needed to make better choices for their wellbeing. One such choice involves understanding the impact of hormone-disrupting chemicals, often hidden in everyday cleaning supplies, and how they may be silently contributing to more intense menopause symptoms.

What Are Endocrine Disruptors—and Why Should You Care?

Endocrine disruptors are chemicals that can interfere with the endocrine (hormonal) system in the body. These substances are capable of mimicking, blocking, or otherwise altering hormone activity. During menopause, when hormonal balance is already fluctuating, the presence of these disruptors can compound existing symptoms and potentially lead to long-term health issues.

The most common endocrine disruptors to be aware of in cleaning products include:

• Parabens – Often used as preservatives, parabens can mimic estrogen in the body and have been linked to hormone-sensitive conditions.
• Phthalates – Found in synthetic fragrances and plastics, these chemicals can interfere with hormone signalling.
• Triclosan – An antibacterial agent used in some cleaning and personal care products that may affect thyroid hormone levels and disrupt immune function.

Exposure to these chemicals may not result in immediate symptoms, but over time, the body can accumulate these substances, increasing the toxic load. For individuals in perimenopause or post-menopause, this added strain on the body’s systems may result in heightened fatigue, worsened mood swings, skin irritation, and even increased risk of diseases linked to hormonal disruption.

Why Bio-D Is the Safer Choice for Menopause Health

At Bio-D, we believe that a truly clean home doesn’t come at the expense of your health. That’s why we’ve made it our priority to develop products that are not only environmentally sustainable but also safe for people navigating hormonal shifts.

All Bio-D products are:

• Free from parabens, phthalates, and triclosan
• Formulated with naturally derived ingredients
• Designed to be gentle on sensitive skin and hormone-safe

From our All Purpose Sanitiser and Washing Up Liquid to our Non-Bio Laundry Liquid, every Bio-D product is made with your wellbeing in mind. These products offer effective, deep cleaning without any of the hidden endocrine disruptors commonly found in conventional alternatives.

This approach isn’t just better for your body, it’s better for the environment, too. Our products are biodegradable, cruelty-free, and packaged in recycled and recyclable materials.

How Everyday Products Could Be Making Menopause Harder

Menopause already places a great deal of demand on your body’s regulatory systems. When we continue to use products that contain known toxins, we introduce unnecessary stress that can disrupt hormonal equilibrium even further.

Here’s how exposure to certain cleaning chemicals may impact your menopause journey:

• Worsened Sleep – Chemicals like triclosan may affect melatonin production, disrupting circadian rhythms.
• Increased Skin Sensitivity – Hormonal changes can cause dry or reactive skin. Harsh surfactants and synthetic fragrances may aggravate these conditions.
• Heightened Mood Swings – Endocrine disruptors may amplify emotional symptoms by interfering with neurotransmitter and hormone balance.
• Long-Term Health Risks – Continued exposure to hormone disruptors may raise the risk of hormone-related diseases, such as breast cancer or osteoporosis.

Switching to safer alternatives can significantly reduce your toxic burden and help ease the body’s transition through menopause. It’s a manageable step with long-lasting benefits.

Menopause Is More Than a Phase—It’s a Turning Point in Health

Menopause is not just a natural part of ageing, it’s a period of significant physiological change that can affect every system in the body. From cardiovascular function and bone density to cognition and emotional wellbeing, hormonal shifts have broad-reaching impacts.

Unfortunately, many people accept the discomfort of menopause as inevitable, rather than recognising how lifestyle and environmental changes can support a smoother, more manageable experience.

The good news is you don’t have to overhaul your life to feel better. Often, it’s about creating a healthier baseline by making simple, informed choices, like switching to cleaning products that are designed to support rather than hinder your hormonal health.

Simple Swaps for a Safer Home Environment

You don’t need to throw away every product you own, but transitioning to hormone-safe cleaning products can start with just a few key changes:

• Hand Wash – Replace your regular hand soap with Bio-D’s Fragrance Free Cleansing Hand Wash, ideal for sensitive or reactive skin.
• Surface Cleaners – Try our All Purpose Sanitiser, a safe, effective option without the harsh chemicals.
• Laundry Products – Bio-D’s Non-Bio Laundry Liquid is gentle on clothes and skin, and free from strong fragrances and parabens.

Each product swap helps lower the chemical load on your body and your home, giving your hormones space to stabilise naturally.

This Menopause Awareness Month, Make the Switch with Bio-D

This October, in honour of Menopause Awareness Month, we’re encouraging people everywhere to take back control of their health, starting at home. Your cleaning routine may seem like a small part of your day, but it can have a big impact on how your body feels and functions.

By choosing Bio-D, you’re choosing to support your hormones, reduce your exposure to harmful chemicals, and prioritise your long-term health. You’re also supporting a brand committed to sustainability, ethics, and transparency, values that matter now more than ever.

Menopause is not a moment to endure, it’s a phase of power, insight, and transformation. The more you know, the more confidently you can step into this new chapter.

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