ARTICLE POSTED BY CELESTE THOMAS OF CELESTE THOMAS.
Celeste Thomas is a Registered Nurse (RN) and holistic skincare expert specializing in non-toxic skincare practices and product recommendations. Her unique background as an RN, coupled with her decade-long search for skin confidence, makes her the perfect go-to guide for all things skincare. When she isn’t developing a new “eat to glow” recipe for her followers or testing the latest products on the market, you can find her roaming the streets of L.A. with her camera-shy husband and rescue pup named Ponza. For more green beauty tips and recipes, visit Celeste’s blog or follow her on Instagram and Youtube.
As someone who has gone through their fair share of finding and researching non-toxic products, I can honestly say I was stumped when it came to finding a brand that genuinely cared about the well-being of my entire family, including my beloved pet child!
My husband Nate and I adopted our sweet dog, Ponza, back in 2019. From the moment we rescued her and brought her home, she stole our hearts. Although, it wasn't before long that we started dealing with everyday dog messes (shedding, odor, stains – you name it).
It was then that I began my search for a pet stain remover and freshener. I was appalled to find that the majority of products on the market included toxic chemicals like phosphates, chlorine, ammonia, alcohol, artificial fragrances, and so much more.
Just when I thought my search was over, I stumbled upon Biokleen, an honest brand that uses live enzyme cultures and essential oils to eliminate pet odors and stains. Since discovering their pet products, my little house has never looked and smelled better!
A Little Bit About Me and Why Biokleen is My Go-To Pet Cleaner
I made the switch to non-toxic products several years ago as an attempt to heal my acne-prone skin holistically. I found out that one of the biggest culprits for my breakouts was the products I was using.
I was horrified as an RN to see that so many products on the market contain artificial fragrances and dyes, including ingredients that have been linked to cancer! My eyes were opened to both skincare products and household cleaners.
It means a ton to me that Biokleen actually cares about the ingredients in their products and makes sure it's safe for your family, pets, and the planet. Not only have they managed to create highly effective cleaning products that actually work, but they are completely non-toxic and safe.
This company has truly become the gold standard for pet cleaning products, which is why I want to introduce you to a few of my favorite
Biokleen Bac-Out Pet Stain & Odor Remover Foaming Spray
Let's be honest – pet stains are inevitable. Even though Ponza is a fairly small dog, she somehow manages to track in mud as if she was a labrador retriever! It also doesn't help that the majority of our furniture is soft neutral colors.
Enter Biokleen Bac-Out Pet Stain & Odor Remover. This stuff has been a lifesaver when it comes to removing pet stains of all kinds – whether it be muddy paw prints, excitement pee, drool, or yes, a pet owner's worst nightmare – vomit!
Most pet stain removers I've used in the past have never actually gotten the job done, not to mention the smell of strong headache-inducing chemicals. I love Biokleen Bac-Out Pet Stain & Odor Remover for a lot of reasons, below being just a few.
- It's a blend of plant-based surfactants and live enzyme-producing cultures
- It removes all of the following without using harsh chemicals: urine, vomit, dirt, feces, drools, and even blood.
- It doesn't use any artificial fragrances but instead uses wonderful smelling natural extracts like lavender and citrus.
- It's a full-strength formula that doesn't require diluting.
- It works on a number of surfaces, including carpets, couches, pillows, bedding, kennels, and so much more.
When using this product, I first remove the excess waste, then I apply the foam, let it do its magic for about five minutes, then dab clean with a rag. It’s really as simple as that. Not only does the formula remove stains, but it completely gets rid of the odor that comes along with it.
Biokleen Bac-Out Pet Bed & Fabric Refresher Lavender Lime
Just as Ponza slipped her way into our hearts, she also slipped right onto our couch and bed. No matter how hard we try to keep her clean with regular baths and grooming, our furniture, bed, and pillows continue to have a slight dog smell.
All of the pet sprays I used in the past would only ever cover up the odor with strong artificial scents, which frankly never really smelled that great and didn't eliminate the tough odors trapped in the fabric.
Since using Biokleen's Bac-Out Pet Bed and Fabric Refresher, our furniture smells so fresh and clean. We spray the lavender lime essential oil solution on anything and everything Ponza has been on, and the odor is gone for good.
The best part is that it doesn't leave behind a wall of harsh fumes. Instead, the enzymes do the job of eliminating the odor while leaving behind a natural, garden-fresh scent. It also doesn't leave behind residue, which I've found to be a problem with fabric sprays.
I've used their spray on basically everything from beds, sofas, pillows, curtains, carpets, and even the worst smelling spots like Ponza's pet bed and the back seat of the car where she lays after our long hikes!
The Only Effective Pet Cleaner I Trust
One of the best things about this brand, in my opinion, is how they've worked so hard to make this product available for everyone. Both of the Biokleen products I've talked about today, Biokleen Bac-Out Pet Stain & Odor Remover Foaming Spray and Biokleen Bac-Out Pet Bed & Fabric Refresher Lavender Lime, are sold at Walmart, so you don't have to hunt them down or search for the lowest prices.
Pets are family, which is why I care about using products that are safe for them, too. I hope you try Biokleen as your go-to pet cleaning solution and that it changes your life just like it did mine! Feel free to let me know how it worked for you by messaging me on Instagram.
