You know that chemical smell that a new mattress expells right out of the packaging? Their is a prevailing belief that the chemicals you’re smelling just need time to off-gas. Today, I’m busting that myth! And don’t worry if you believe this, I used to believe it too! But what you’re smelling are VOCs A.K.A - Volatile organic compounds. We’ll be diving into studies that have been done on off-gassing. Turns out, these chemicals stay in your mattress. It doesn’t matter how much time you give them to “off-gas.” So what’s the solution? How can we make sure that we’re not up close and personal with harmful chemicals every night? Personally, I buy VOC free mattresses. Currently, there are only two certifications that can guarantee your mattress doesn’t contain VOCs. I’m going into the specifics of each certification and some of my favorite mattress brands to look out for. So, next time you’re in the market for a new mattress, make sure to tune into this episode! In this episode, we’re chatting about: The myth of off-gassingWhat are VOCs and why should they be avoided?How you can find VOC free mattresses Shop these 2 Toxin Free Favorites Shop Happsy - Get 15% off and free pillows for their earth day sale!Shop Naturepedic -  Get 15% off and free pillows for their earth day sale!If you enjoyed this weeks' episode, please: Leave a a positive review or rating wherever you listen Shop toxin free products on my Toxin Free Shopping Guide Download your free Tossing the Toxins Guide Post a screenshot and what you loved and and tag me on instagram @wendy_toxinfreeish Want to ask me a question to get answered on the podcast? Leave me a voice message here.