How to Start Living a Clean Lifestyle (Without Feeling Overwhelmed!)

Let’s be real—trying to live a clean lifestyle can feel so overwhelming at first. With all the information (and misinformation) out there, where do you even start? Should you throw out all your skincare? Ditch every processed food in your pantry? Go completely organic overnight? (Spoiler: No!)

I get it—I’ve been there. And I’m here to tell you: it doesn’t have to be complicated. You can start making small, powerful shifts that add up to big changes over time. So, let’s break it down into simple, doable steps.

1. Swap Your Skincare for Cleaner Options

Your skin is your largest organ, and what you put on your body matters just as much as what you put in your body. Most conventional beauty products are packed with hidden toxins, synthetic fragrances, and harsh chemicals that mess with your hormones and can even contribute to aging (yikes!).

✅ Start with the basics: swap your cleanser, moisturizer, and serum for waterless, plant-based options (like my go-to Oliveda products!) that nourish your skin without the toxic load. Trust me—your skin will thank you.

2. Ditch Toxic Cleaning Products

Your home should be a safe space, not a chemical zone. Many conventional household cleaners contain endocrine disruptors and irritants that can negatively impact your health.

✅ Opt for low-tox, natural alternatives like vinegar, baking soda, and essential oil-based cleaners. Bonus: your home will smell amazing without artificial fragrances. One brand I am loving right now is Truly Free. You can get from Amazon or their website

3. Hydrate Smarter

Ditch the plastic water bottles and make sure you’re drinking high-quality, mineral-rich water.

✅ Use a glass or stainless steel water bottle and add electrolytes or mineral drops to truly hydrate at the cellular level. Your skin (and energy levels) will glow!

4. Reduce Your Toxic Load (Step by Step!)

You don’t have to go all-in overnight. Start small—maybe swap your toothpaste, upgrade your deodorant, or switch to organic tampons.

✅ Progress > Perfection. Small, consistent changes lead to a healthier, more vibrant YOU.

Ready to Start Your Clean Lifestyle Journey?

If you’ve been feeling stuck, know this: you don’t have to do it alone! I’ve been where you are, and I’m here to help.

💬 Drop a comment below with what clean living swap you’re starting with!

✨ And if you want product recommendations, gut health support, or access to my low-tox must-haves, send me a DM on Instagram (@lindsayrattay)!

Here’s to a healthier, more vibrant YOU. 💚