Comet Liquid Cleaner

🚫 What is Comet Liquid Cleaner?

Comet Liquid Cleaner is a household disinfectant and degreaser used on kitchen and bathroom surfaces. It often includes sodium hypochlorite (bleach), surfactants, dyes, and synthetic fragrances. While effective for cleaning, these ingredients may contribute to irritation or sensitivity in some individuals, especially with repeated or prolonged exposure.

🤔 Why might a sensitivity to Comet Liquid Cleaner occur?

A sensitivity to Comet Liquid Cleaner might occur due to variations in how individuals respond to bleach-based and fragrance-containing cleaning products:

• Chlorine vapors – Fume exposure might contribute to respiratory or sinus irritation in sensitive individuals

• Skin reactivity – Surfactants and bleach might contribute to dryness, redness, or irritation

• Fragrance or dye sensitivity – Synthetic additives may trigger inflammatory or sensitivity responses

• Detox pathway demands – Processing bleach-related compounds may create additional stress for those with limited detox capacity

• Oxidative impact – Chlorine-based ingredients may contribute to increased oxidative stress in sensitive systems

🛠️ What might I do about it?

• Choose bleach-free, fragrance-free cleaning alternatives

• Improve airflow by opening windows or using ventilation while cleaning

• Use gloves or masks to reduce skin and inhalation exposure

• Rinse treated surfaces thoroughly to remove residue

• Avoid Comet Liquid Cleaner for 8 weeks to observe any changes in sensitivity

💊 Supportive General Supplements

• Vitamin C – Supports antioxidant balance and wellness after environmental exposures

• Glutathione – Supports detox pathways and overall cellular resilience

• Milk thistle – Supports general liver wellness

• Quercetin – Supports inflammatory balance and sensitivity responses

🌟 Why might a sensitivity to Comet Liquid Cleaner occur but not occur with other cleaners?

• Bleach-based formulation differences – Sodium hypochlorite may affect sensitive individuals differently than non-bleach cleaners

• Fragrance and dye combinations – Comet Liquid Cleaner uses specific synthetic blends that may be more reactive for certain individuals

• Airborne exposure variations – Chlorine-related fumes may be more irritating than the vapors from alternative products

• Residue interaction – Liquid formulas may leave residue that increases contact exposure compared to more natural or powder-based products

🍽️ Common Sources & Safer Alternatives

💡 Found in:

• Liquid all-purpose surface cleaners

• Bleach-based disinfectants

• Commercial bathroom and kitchen degreasers

🍽 Alternatives (if tolerated):

• Baking soda + water paste for scrubbing

• Vinegar or diluted hydrogen peroxide for general cleaning

• Plant-based, fragrance-free cleaners