Method
Designed-for-retail cleaning line owned by SC Johnson. Better than conventional but fragrance-heavy.
Find a swap for MethodGrade C: Mixed
Some clean products, some concerning. Read labels carefully and pick specific SKUs.
What the brand gets right
- Biodegradable surfactants
- B Corp certified parent operations
What to be aware of
- Heavy fragrance across most products, minimal disclosure
- Some preservative choices flagged by EWG
Assessment sources
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