Seventh Generation Review and Giveaway

by Christy on April 6, 2010

Leading the “responsible cleaning” charge for the past twenty years, Seventh Generation has tapped into the disinfecting power of the herb thyme, to introduce an EPA registered line of disinfecting sprays and wipes that kill germs* naturally! The new line of botanical disinfectant cleaners includes a multi-surface cleaning spray, bathroom cleaning spray and wipes.

I was sent some of these products to try, and here are my thoughts.

I like that the cleaners are natural, and not filled with harmful chemicals. The cleaners do have kind of a different type of smell, but it does not linger, like most cleaners do. I was very thankful to have the Disinfecting Wipes, these type of wipes are not something that I usually buy. We have had 3 kids with the flu at our house recently, and it was nice to be able to use these wipes to wipe down all the light switches and handles to make sure the rest of us stay healthy.

You can print coupons for Seventh Generation products HERE. There also will be some coupons in the Sunday 4/11 RP insert. Plus, don’t forget about the $5.00 rebate when you buy 3 Seventh Generation products.

Seventh Generation has partnered with eco-lifestyle consultant and author, Alexandra Zissu, whose new book, The Conscious Kitchen, discusses what’s good for your health, what’s good for the planet and what tastes great. Her book also includes great tips on maintaining a green and healthy kitchen.

I really enjoyed this book, she has some great ideas to help you have a healthy kitchen and family.

One of my readers will win one of these Seventh Generation Disinfecting cleaning kits that includes:

  • Seventh Generation Disinfecting Multi-Surface Cleaner
  • Seventh Generation Bathroom Cleaner
  • Seventh Generation Disinfecting Wipes
  • A copy of The Conscious Kitchen
  • Cleaning caddy made from recycled plastic
  • Two rolls of 100% recycled, unbleached paper towels

You can enter this giveaway 3 different ways (make sure you leave a separate comment for each of the items you qualify for):

  1. Leave a comment letting me know what you have done for the environment this year (recycling, etc)
  2. You are a subscriber to Thrifty and Thriving
  3. You are a Facebook Fan of Thrifty and Thriving

The gift packs that were given to me and to one of my readers were from Seventh Generation through My Blog Spark. This giveaway will end Monday, April 12th at midnight. Good luck!

{ 139 comments… read them below or add one }

Cheryl F. {The Lucky Ladybug} April 7, 2010 at 9:23 pm

I recycle religiously and encourage others to do so :) *Thanks* for the giveaway!

Cheryl F. {The Lucky Ladybug} April 7, 2010 at 9:23 pm

Subscribed to Thrifty and Thriving by email

Cheryl F. {The Lucky Ladybug} April 7, 2010 at 9:24 pm

Thrifty and Thriving Facebook fan

Tina April 7, 2010 at 9:59 pm

I am now a stay at home mom and I donated a lot of my work suits and pant suits, and blouses to the local shelter which has a special section for working women who can’t afford to buy new work clothes.

Tina April 7, 2010 at 10:00 pm

I’m a subscriber too.

Debbie April 7, 2010 at 10:29 pm

I recycle regularly.

Debbie April 7, 2010 at 10:30 pm

I am a FB fan of Thrifty and Thriving!

chassdance April 8, 2010 at 5:57 am

I am a subsciber here

chassdance April 8, 2010 at 5:57 am

I am also a facebook fan of yours

chassdance April 8, 2010 at 6:02 am

This year my son who is in 5th grade was learning about recycling at school. We didn’t recycle then. With his new knowledge and help we have since started recycling and all my kids LOVE it. My youngest are 2 1/2 and 4 yrs, they love putting the plastics in the containers. It’s like a game for them. My hubby loves the idea of less trash cans he has to roll to the curb! LOL I wish we had started sooner, but now we are on the right track! Thanks to my son for giving me the jumpstart I needed!

sutisa April 8, 2010 at 7:16 am

one big thing we’re doing to help the planet is making a concerted effort to conserve water. we now take short (5 min), cool showers; not let the water run when brushing teeth, doing dishes, lathering hands, etc. re-use any water possible for watering plants. also, we have a rain barrel in our backyard and selected drought tolerant plants for the garden. when i learned that only 1% of the earth’s water is available for drinking and that 1 in 8 people across the planet don’t have access to safe water, i didn’t want to take our supply for granted or waste it.

sutisa April 8, 2010 at 7:16 am

i’m a subscriber. thanks for the great tips & deals!

Marla Y April 8, 2010 at 9:02 am

This year I have been trying to do more recyling, such as aluminum cans and newspapers. Would love to win this giveaway. Thanks!

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Marla Y April 8, 2010 at 9:02 am

I am an email subscriber. Thanks!

koinonia572001@yahoo.com

Marla Y April 8, 2010 at 9:04 am

I am a Facebook fan. Thanks again!

koinonia572001@yahoo.com

Melissa Nelson April 8, 2010 at 10:05 am

I subscribe! Love these products.

Melissa Nelson April 8, 2010 at 10:05 am

I’m a facebook fan.

Melissa Nelson April 8, 2010 at 10:08 am

We try to buy the basics to avoid packaging and recycle what needs to be. We use vinegar and baking soda for most cleaning. We also use only cold water for laundry and 80% of the time line dry the clothes. We also do most of our shopping at tag sales or thrift stores.

Stephanie April 8, 2010 at 12:26 pm

You know me! I recycle and reuse lots of stuff! I’ve always wanted to try Seventh Generation stuff! Thanks for the great giveaway, Christy!

rachael April 9, 2010 at 6:38 pm

I’ve suffered from chemical sensitivity for years. Detergents with dyes and perfumes made me break out into hives, the ill chosen scented lotion would leave me itching for weeks and if a man walked into our office with a touch to much cologne, I went into a sneezing attack! I LOVE that there are products that keep me from being choked by all the toxic chemicals I was cleaning with before! I’ve been trying to use products like Seventh Generation (sorry, that sounds like I’m in a commercial for them, but really that’s how I’m being environmentally friendly this year. :)

Lisa Veney April 10, 2010 at 1:28 am

subscriber to Thrifty & thriving/ bargain jargon via email

Lisa Veney April 10, 2010 at 1:29 am

facebook friend/fan of bargain jargon/thrifty & thriving. :)

Lisa Veney April 10, 2010 at 1:33 am

sorry… forgot to say that I recycle everyday & LOVE the seventh generation products! I especially like thier fabric softener, it smells wonderful. :D

Bridget April 10, 2010 at 5:05 am

we recycle and bring our own bags to the grocery store!

pixie13 April 10, 2010 at 12:07 pm

We recycle, use reusable bags & have switched to eco-friendly lighting.

pixie13 April 10, 2010 at 12:08 pm

Email subscriber

hannah April 10, 2010 at 12:43 pm

I only use CFL lightbulbs and have discontinued using paper towles. I also look for more natural cleaners like seventh generation
hannah
psychopathicpixie @ yahoo

hannah April 10, 2010 at 12:43 pm

I am an e-mail subscriber

hannah April 10, 2010 at 12:43 pm

I became a fan on facebook

vickie April 10, 2010 at 7:12 pm

I have been a subscriber by email :) What a great giveaway!

vickie April 10, 2010 at 7:13 pm

Now, I am a face book fan too! Thanks.

vickie April 10, 2010 at 7:17 pm

gosh, I do lots of things for the environment and have for over 25 years…before it was vogue…so glad that maybe this time around it will take on strong…”some” things I do…and tips…recycle, bring my own bags to store, have a very small car, all appliances are energy sufficient, as is all light bulbs, recycle all kitchen waste/produce etc. for garden, make many of my own cleaning supplies, only run dishwasher on full load…so many more…if peeps will incorporate one idea you are helping sooooooo much. One last tip, if your toilet is not an water saver…place a filled water jug in the tank.

Sarah G April 11, 2010 at 10:36 am

We’ve started recycling in earnest, and we are planting a garden this Spring.

Sarah G April 11, 2010 at 10:36 am

I’m an email subscriber.

Sarah G April 11, 2010 at 10:36 am

I’m a Facebook fan. (Thrifty Sarah)

Marci April 11, 2010 at 4:01 pm

I have given up drinking bottled water. I now carry around a stainless steel canteen and use tap water with ice.

Stephanie April 11, 2010 at 6:48 pm

We garden, we don’t use bottled water, we have chickens that eat our scraps, and compost.

Stephanie April 12, 2010 at 11:02 pm

This year we have switched to all Energy Star appliances, windows, etc.!

Stephanie April 12, 2010 at 11:03 pm

I am a facebook fan! Username: STephanie Jones

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