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Meg’s Favorites: What I Use in My Home
I test a lot of non-toxic products, but these are the ones I love using the most. Jump to see what I use in my Living Room, Bedroom, Bathroom, Kitchen, Guest Room, Home Gym, Clothing Closet, Backyard, and more.
By Dr. Meg Christensen | Physician-founder of Interior Medicine, a non-toxic home resource built on her background in medicine, biochemistry, epidemiology, and clinical research.
Updated August 6, 2026
Living Room
Medley Organic Latex and Wool Mota Bumper Sectional
I have Medley’s Mota Bumper Sectional in natural latex and wool. The fabric is cotton canvas, the frame is solid wood, and it’s all made by hand in the US! It’s custom sized to be extra long for our long and skinny living room, and I love it. See all the couches I recommend and their ratings here.
Non Toxic Birch Lane Rug
The olive green rug I use under my couch is from Birch Lane. This one is made of mostly wool, without a backing. See all of the rugs I recommend here.
VOC Filtering Air Purifier
I have the Austin Air HealthMate Plus air purifier in the living room because VOCs are a year round problem requiring a heavy duty VOC filter (15 pounds!), and it captures dangerous PM 2.5 spikes from cooking and wildfire smoke with its true HEPA filter, as well. We have natural gas heat and stove, which generates NO2, which it captures along with everyday odors as well. It covers 1,000 square feet, the filter lasts 5 years, and it’s not ugly. Quiet and gimmick free. It’s great. See all the air purifiers I recommend here.
Organic Throw Pillows
I use an ever-changing combination of throw pillows. The inserts are the mini Avocado molded latex pillows (which doubles as my travel pillow!), Parachute down pillows, Magic Linen pillow covers, and hand-sewn pillow cases. See these and all the couch cushions I recommend here.
DIY Non Toxic Coffee Table
When I was a student, I found a lot of furniture at thrift stores, and made some of my own, including my coffee table, above. I used turned wooden legs from Etsy, a solid piece of wood from the local live edge store, and super-healthy Rubio Monocoat to stain and finish it. The legs screw right in, and I didn’t do any fancy framing, so there’s no wood glue involved. Years later, I still love it! You can see all the coffee tables I recommend here.
Portable Non-Toxic Blackout Curtains
Most of the year, I love the light that the west-facing windows in my living room bring in, but in the summer months, it gets so, so hot. I use these suction cup blackout curtains from Sleepout in the evenings so the windows look nice and blind-free year-round, but stay cool when I pop these on. They’re the only GreenGuard and OEKO TEX certified curtains that are still 100% blackout, and they didn’t off-gas at all. See all the blackout curtains and blinds I recommend here.
Samsung Frame Calm TV
While I obviously chose this TV purely for its aesthetics and function rather than rating it for material health, haha, it really does make the room feel calm, and fits in with the rest of my vintage olde tyme decorations. First-time guests are genuinely surprised that it isn’t a framed photo, which I enjoy.
Heirloom Nature Prints
I have these olde tyme prints all over my house, including in the living room, because they’re pretty and so calming. I even have one downloaded and used on the TV.
Bedroom
Avocado Hybrid Organic Mattress
I’ve had the Avocado Green Mattress for years now and still love it. It’s made of organic latex and wool, and has a core of springs for support. See all of the organic mattresses I recommend, and their ratings here.
Earthfoam Organic Pillow
I love this pillow so much. It’s made of Talalay latex, which is softer than Dunlop latex, and is the perfect amount of squishy and supportive. I bought these for the guest room, but stole one for myself because I liked it so much. I always recommend starting with a pillow as one of the first places you make a non-toxic upgrade at home, since you’re in such close contact with it. See all the pillows I recommend here.
Schoolhouse Wool Plaid Under Bed Rug
I use this wool rug under my bed. It’s 100% wool with a cotton canvas backing. See all the rugs I recommend here.
Parachute OEKO TEX Certified Linen-TENCEL Blend Sheets
Parachute’s TENCEL-linen sheets are so soft and extra breathable for warm months when my attic bedroom gets stuffy. Great for hot sleepers year round, too. Class 1 OEKO TEX certified. See all the bedding I recommend here.
Affordable Non Toxic Steel Bed Frame
I have an inexpensive bed frame from Amazon. It’s sturdy, super simple, made of steel, and matches my 1904 house’s vibe. It’s powder coated, an inert coating that doesn’t require Prop 65. Not squeaky, either! See all the bed frames, including natural wood ones, that I recommend here.
Piglet in Bed OEKO TEX Certified Natural Linen Sheets
The brand Piglet in Bed makes the softest linen I’ve ever experienced and it’s OEKO TEX certified. Their colors and prints are incredible, and I have their gingham duvet paired with colorful flat and fitted sheets. See all the bedding I recommend here.
Magic Linen OEKO TEX Certified Natural Linen Pillowcases
I have so many Magic Linen products because their linen is OEKO TEX certified, is heavier weight and more satisfying than a lot of linen, and comes in great colors. See all the pillowcases and bedding I recommend here.
Loftie Sunrise Alarm Clock with Optional Sunrise Bed Lamp
This is the 4th alarm clock I’ve tried and it’s the one I’ve stuck with longest. I have the red shell, pictured above, and love it for how easy it is to use and classy it feels. Glows red and has perfect white noise. Check prices on Loftie and Amazon.
Coway Air Purifier
The Coway Airmega Mighty AP-1512HH was one of my first “healthy home purchases” ever because back in 2018, it was far ahead of the pack. It still works, is quiet, is great for wildfire days, and its true HEPA filter captures cooking particles, too. See all the air purifiers I recommend here.
Non-Toxic OEKO TEX-Certified Dust Mite Mattress Encasement
I use this around my entire mattress (and have separate ones for every pillowcase) so that no dust mites (or mold spores!) can enter inside and make a home. The fabric’s pores are 1 micron— smaller than dust mite feces or particles. This is polyester, soft, noise-free, and has OEKO TEX certification.
Windmill Quiet Bedroom Fan
The Windmill Fan is super quiet, even on its highest setting, powerful, has no annoying lights, and looks cute. I use it every night to help circulate air through the windows, and bring a little fresh fresh air inside.
Bathroom
Dorai Mold-Free Instant-Dry Bath Stone
I use the Dorai Bath Stone to prevent mold and mildew— and honestly because I was tired of washing and drying a bath mat all the time! See all the bath mats and stones I recommend here.
Non-Toxic PEVA Shower Curtain Liner
I use a PEVA shower curtain liner! I’d use a natural fiber, but my PNW bathroom is small, stays humid, and has a little north facing window. To prevent mold and mildew build-up, this is what I use. You can read all about PEVA here and see all the shower curtain liner options I recommend including natural fiber ones here.
ONSEN OEKO TEX Certified Natural Cotton Waffle Towels
ONSEN’s towels are OEKO TEX certified, so the fabric and dyes they’re made with are healthier, they dry quickly (important for my humid PNW bathroom) AND they never snag. Most waffle towels do, but these are high quality, and I’ve had them for years. Really impressed. See all the organic and non-toxic bathroom towels I recommend here.
Weddell Duo Shower Filter
I’ve tried 4 shower filters, but use the Weddell Duo because it’s the only one certified to remove chlorine, PFAS, and microplastics, and they have the testing to prove it! I also like that I can see whether the filter needs an early change through the transparent casing. See all the shower filters I’ve rated and ranked here.
Low-Plastic Low-Fragrance Facial Skincare
I don’t analyze skincare products the same systematic way I do for home products, but I do get questions occasionally, so here’s what I use. I focus on glass, metal, or low-plastic packaging, safe & effective ingredients, and mostly fragrance-free (or any fragrance is a result of the plants and herbs in the ingredients). I love Korean and Ayurvedic skincare for their elegant botanical formulations, plus the ultra-well-researched dermatologic staple actives like vitamin C and retinal.
Safe Non-Toxic Makeup
I don’t analyze makeup or beauty products the same systematic way I do for home products, but I do get questions occasionally, so here’s what I use. I like makeup products that are cosmetically elegant, have high user ratings, and are healthier than average. I don’t stick to completely organic but use a practical, safer, approach.
Low-Plastic Low-Fragrance Hair Care
I don’t analyze hair care products the same systematic way I do for home products, but I do get questions occasionally, so here’s what I use. Low-plastic, low-fragrance, less-toxic bond repair, and daily hair care products I love for their low plastic packaging, natural plant scents or that are totally fragrance free.
Low-Plastic Low-Fragrance Body Care
I don’t analyze body care products the same systematic way I do for home products, but I do get questions occasionally, so here’s what I use. Low-plastic can be hard to find for body care, but I look for fragrance-free versions of gentle exfoliants, well-researched actives, botanicals, and deeply hydrating moisturizers.
Kitchen
Airthings Indoor Air Quality Monitor
I use the Airthings View Plus in my kitchen to track PM 2.5 and VOCs from cooking, and to keep an eye on radon levels, since the kitchen is on the first floor. Code INTERIORMED-10OFF gets you 10% off. See all the indoor air quality monitors I recommend here.
Aquasana Under-Sink Tap Water Filter
I use the Aquasana 3 Stage Claryum filter because it’s certified to remove PFAS, and many of the other harmful chemicals in my city’s water, and actually has third party testing to prove it. I look for independent lab confirmation that water filters can remove everything they claim, and for how many gallons they can do it for. See all the water filters I recommend here.
Misen Non-Toxic Non-Stick Carbon Pan
Finally, a non-stick pan I feel good about. After using cast iron for at least a decade, I use this nitrided carbon steel pan now for non-stick cooking. It’s not a mystery coating, it’s just nitrogen that’s made carbon ultra-hard and therefore, non-stick. Don’t expect the same level of non-stick as the PFAS pans of the past, but it’s still quite good if you take good care of it. Read more about nitrided carbon on my free Metals Guide, and see all the other pots and pans I recommend here.
Diatomaceous Earth Dish Rack
I have the OG Dorai dish rack, which is made of steel and sits atop a diatomaceous earth pad, so water evaporates super quickly. They don’t make this one anymore, but they do have other options, plus all of the other dish racks I recommend are here.
Magic Linen OEKO TEX Certified Natural Linen Tea Towels
I use Magic Linen’s tea towels in our kitchen! They’re absorbent and come in the best colors.
Year & Day Non-Toxic Ceramic Bowls
Year and Day makes non-toxic ceramic dishware in the prettiest colors. I use their balsam colored “big” bowls and they’re the most satisfying shape between a plate and a bowl. See all the dishware I recommend here.
Branch Basics Fragrance-Free Kitchen Cleaning Spray
The Branch Basics concentrate earns an A grade in EWG, is fragrance-free, works incredibly well, and lasts forever. I clean my countertops, stove, and even kitchen windows with this and am impressed with how well it cuts through grease.
Chantal Induction 21 Nickel-Free Stainless Steel Cookware
Chantal’s Induction 21 line is nickel free and what I use for all of my saucepans and small pots at home, since I have a nickel allergy. They’re really durable, pretty, and strike a nice balance of affordability and quality.
Caraway Non-Toxic Mixing Bowl Set
I did not think I could get so excited about mixing bowls! Caraway makes this very beautiful stainless steel set with enamel on the outside and glass lids on top! They are so convenient for both mixing and storage. See all the kitchenware I recommend here.
Guest Room
Earthfoam Organic Springless Mattress
I have an EarthFoam springless mattress made of entirely GOLS certified latex for the guest room and oh my gosh, it’s comfortable. I chose the firm for good support, and have a mattress pad on top for side sleeping comfort. I’m jealous of my guests. See all the mattresses I recommend here.
Earthfoam Organic Mattress Topper
This mattress topper is made of GOLS certified latex and it’s sooo nice. I have this for the guest room and it adds the best soft layer on a firm mattress. See all mattress toppers and their ratings here.
Mixture of Organic Pillows: Avocado Latex, Parachute Down
I like my guests to be able to choose from a variety of different pillows, so have formed organic latex ones that work well for back and side sleepers, plus some non-toxic down ones from Parachute for stomach sleepers and anyone that like less pushback. See all the pillows I recommend here.
Quince Lark Hand-Loomed Wool Rug
I liked our living room rug so much I got the exact same one for our guest room! It never looks worn since it’s green, and is made of mostly wool.
Home Gym
Ananday Natural Cork Yoga Mat
I use the Ananday yoga mat because it’s made of 100% cork without any glues, binders, or plastics. It’s super grippy and has a really satisfying soft feel. I wish I had switched so much sooner. 20% off with code INTERIORMEDICINE. See all the yoga mats and props I recommend here.
Ergatta Wooden Rower
My home gym is a very very tiny room. I chose the Ergatta because rowing gives you a fully-body workout, it’s made of solid wood and very little plastic as far as in-home exercise machines go, and it folds up super easily into a closet. A lifesaver when I can’t get out for a run or bike ride when it’s snowing or wildfire-smoky. See all the non-toxic home gym equipment I recommend here.
Coway Air Purifier
When I am huffing and puffing in my little home gym room, I like keeping the air clean, especially if I am in there for outdoor pollution reasons. They Coway clears PM 2.5 super quickly. See all the air purifiers I recommend here.
Plastic-Free Workout Wear
I don’t analyze workout wear the same systematic way I do for home products, but I do get questions occasionally, so here’s what I use. Most workout clothing is made with plastic (polyester) and can be high in BPA and other nasties. I ski, bike, and kickbox, and run in wool, TENCEL, and cotton.
Closet
Plastic-Free Natural Fiber Clothing
I don’t analyze clothing the same systematic way I do for home products, but I do get questions occasionally, so here’s what I use. I wear cotton, linen, and wool almost every day, avoiding polyester, nylon, and synthetic clothes whenever I can. I shop at larger companies that have natural fiber options to save money, and invest in smaller, sustainable, and handmade businesses whenever I can. It’s a balance!
Natural Shoes and Accessories
I don’t analyze shoes and accessories the same systematic way I do for home products, but I do get questions occasionally, so here’s what I use. Almost all of my accessories and shoes are made of metal, leather, wool, and cork!
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Non-Toxic Backyard
I don’t analyze backyard or outdoor products the same systematic way I do for home products, but I do get questions occasionally, so here’s what I use. I go for steel and wood over plastic when it comes to furniture and incandescent bulbs and fire over harsh LED lighting.
Healthy Travel Accessories
I don’t analyze travel accessories the same systematic way I do for home products, but I do get questions occasionally, so here’s what I use. How I stay healthy when I’m sleeping in hotels and vacation rentals.
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