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Norwex vs E-Cloth

Many people have asked me this. Although I have not used e-cloth personally, here's some blogs I have found that gave reviews of Norwex vs. E-Cloth.
In a short summary, E-cloth has DIFFERENT feel than Norwex. Although both are microfiber cloths, they are not exactly the same. Hence the price difference. I am a believer of "you got what you paid for" and I attest that Norwex stands to that statement.

Norwex is 1893 miles of fiber, while e-cloth is 1200 miles of fiber. Since Norwex is over 50% denser, it would make sense that it's more absorbent and will likely last that much longer.

Feel free to read these posts:
https://keepcalmkeepclean.wordpress.com/2013/08/25/norwex-vs-e-cloth-microfiber-cloths/
-Update: Turns out this blog has been deleted by the author (but you can still see pinterest picture-https://www.pinterest.com/pin/25755029096578353/)
The author mentioned that e-cloth takes longer time to dry than Norwex. This means without the silver, e-cloth will potentially harbor more bacteria and will have bad smell quicker.
Also, when e-cloth had nanosilver (back in 2013) it was priced at $16.99 while Norwex only $16.49

http://www.healthhomeandhappiness.com/norwex-vs-e-cloth-plus-my-cleaning-schedule.html

http://www.overthrowmartha.com/2014/02/norwex-vs-e-cloth-green-cleaning.html#.UvRgdP3pVhA

I feel that Norwex cloth is far superior with the microsilver in the cloth. * The BacLock™ in the cloth—our micro silver antibacterial agent—goes to work with self-purification properties against the mold, fungi and bacterial odor within 24 hours, so that it is ready to use again.
http://www.norwex.biz/pws/home2999999/tabs/microfiber.aspx

Especially after reading this article, I prefer Norwex with the microsilver.
http://www.huffingtonpost.com/2014/10/16/kitchen-rag-bacteria_n_5960786.html

Are you using Dryer Sheets and Laundry Softeners?

Think Twice and Ditch them!

https://branchbasics.com/blog/2015/01/12-toxic-chemicals-in-dryer-sheets-fabric-softeners/

When we stopped using the dryer sheets, my husband said that our clothes are very static-y. So I research on the remedy! There are couple options via Norwex: The dryer balls or the wool (fluff and tumble) balls. We use the rubber ones and as I miss my clothes smelling lovely, I added lavender oils in a small towel and throw it in dryer to make my clothes smell nice. Oils can be added directly to the wool balls as well.

You can also get the wool balls for your dryer here: http://www.amazon.com/Smart-Sheep-Premium-Reusable-Softener/dp/B00GA9P5P0/ref=sr_1_3?ie=UTF8&qid=1443590183&sr=8-3&keywords=wool+balls+dryer

I am all into creating SAFE HAVEN, not just selling Norwex. So, whatever it takes for you to ditch your laundry softeners and dryer sheets. Let me know ;)

Clorox Wipes?

I used to love Clorox Wipes. The easiest way to clean, in my old mind opinion.

Have you take a good look at the Clorox wipes' instruction?
"For a true disinfected clean, you must make that wipe somehow keep the surface "visibly wet" for 4 minutes. Then, you must do a "potable rinse" (I had to google that: it means it has to be rinsed with drinkable water.) Sound like a lot of work and margin for error? Yeah, I thought so too. Want an easier, safer, more reliable solution for cleaning bacteria from surfaces? It's Norwex." -Adapted from Amanda Aebly DeSonia- Independent Norwex Sales Consultant facebook page.

Wet Wipes overflow the earth...

One of the reason why I switch to Norwex is WET WIPES ( and paper towel). I noticed that being overly protective to Tiara, I wipes her hands and her surrounding so often with wet wipes or paper towel. I can go through a roll of paper towel in just 3-4 days. I imagine of the WALL- E movie where Wall-E has to clean up all our trash!

Since I learn about Norwex, I have been using the body cloth to wipe Tiara's hands and enviro cloth for everything else. I am able to successfully significantly reduce my usage of paper towel and wet wipes. I also use baby body cloth and travel enviro for travelling.

Check this out for why you should avoid buying wet wipes (or overusing them!)
http://www.treehugger.com/health/why-you-should-avoid-buying-wet-wipes.html

Norwex Journey

Personally, I have never thought that I will be joining a direct sales/MLM program....
I am not a sales person. I do not want to lose friends from being too sales-y or I just plainly feel awkward.

However, I give Norwex a try. Why? Well, why not?
I truly love the microfiber cloths. I could have just bought Norwex and so be it. But, after learning more about Norwex, I really want to help my other fellow moms in cleaning with less time and less harmful chemicals.

I am not used to cleaning my home. I do the minimum to keep my house presentable. Usually my mom will come yearly to help me "deep" clean the house. But since I can no longer rely on my mom, I have to find ways to clean my home myself.

I become a Norwex Consultant so that I can learn to clean. Cleaning effectively and efficiently without harmful chemicals. Norwex Consultants group on Facebook offers me great tips and support on cleaning.
Also as I joined Norwex, I feel that the company is generous with its consultants. We received many incentives gifts once we signed up and hit certain sales goals.

I just had my first downline recruit last month, Henny. I went to her home and demo-ed Norwex products. She was sold.

I love how Norwex products sell themselves and I get to help creating safe havens.
One house at a time.

With this blog, I will continue to give my honest opinion on Norwex products that I tried- which one has been great and which one has not. Also, I will cover other options of cleaning and personal care products.

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My introduction to Norwex

It all started when I was searching for an alternative to Clorox from cleaning. Due to Tiara's ezcema, she needs to bath for 10-15 minutes everyday. After a while, I want to clean her bathtub. But, I do not know what to clean it with- the only stuff I have and I can think of is Clorox. This is what I have: http://www.ewg.org/guides/cleaners/1872-CloroxCommercialSolutionsCloroxDisinfectantBathroomCleaner
So many of harmful chemicals.

Tiara often drinks her bath water, I cannot bare the thoughts of Tiara inhaling, tasting, or touching the residue of the bad chemicals. So, I am in search for better solution.
I joined an Ava Anderson Facebook Party and decided to purchase their All purpose Cleaner. I personally did not think it was efficient. (I think AA has great personal care products-their deep conditioner is awesome)
My search for Bathtub cleaner continues.

I joined an awesome Christian Mommas group on Facebook and learnt that few of the moms use Norwex to clean. I wanted to learn more about Norwex. So I contacted my resourceful friend, Nova, to see if she has heard of Norwex and know anyone that is a consultant.
As resourceful as she is, she hooked me up to Kari, who she met at church while back.

Long story short, I hosted a Norwex party at my home. Kari presented the awesomeness of Norwex cloths and I was sold.
The party becomes my launch party as a consultant.

Norwex really helps me with reducing the harmful chemicals in cleaning and being able to clean in less time!

If you want to learn with me: what is Norwex?
https://www.facebook.com/Norwex/videos/955036961206288/