Honest Company · Cleaning Wipes
Honest Lavender Field Sanitizing Wipes with Aloe
Lower-concern product; no known PFAS triggers, but brand silence on the issue is notable.
Honest Company's sanitizing wipes are primarily nonwoven textile and water-based formula, materials with no inherent PFAS risk. However, the brand does not publicly disclose PFAS testing or commit to PFAS-free manufacturing, which is a missed transparency opportunity for a consumer-trust-focused company.
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nonwoven fabric (polypropylene/polyester blend), water-based formula
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
Why this grade
Category baseline
other is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement about PFAS in this product.
Safe base material
Made from a material with no inherent PFAS use (ceramic, mineral, or natural fiber).
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Honest Lavender Field wipes use a polypropylene/polyester nonwoven substrate (standard for disposable wipes) saturated with a water-based cleaning formula. The nonwoven fabric itself is inert and doesn't leach chemicals under normal use. The formula is marketed as water-based, which avoids the volatile solvent loads found in alcohol-based or silicone-heavy cleaners; however, the actual surfactant package and preservative system are not fully disclosed on the label, which limits verification of lower-toxicity ingredient choices.
The brand's record and disclosure
Honest Company built its reputation on transparency in baby/family products and maintains third-party certifications (EWG Verified, Cradle to Cradle certifications on some lines). However, the brand has faced scrutiny over ingredient disclosure inconsistencies and has not published a formal PFAS-avoidance policy despite marketing to parents concerned about chemical safety. No major recalls specific to this wipe product are on record, and the brand does disclose fragrance as 'lavender and aloe,' though full fragrance composition is proprietary.
How it compares in its category
Honest wipes are positioned as a premium/eco-conscious option against mass-market brands (Pampers, Huggies) and compete with other 'clean beauty' wipe makers (Cloud Island, Seventh Generation). This product avoids some common cheap-wipe issues (heavy alcohol content, undisclosed antimicrobials) but lacks independent verification that fragrance allergens and preservatives are minimized. Water-based formulas are generally safer than solvent-heavy alternatives, though efficacy tradeoffs exist.
If you buy it
Use wipes as directed (single-use, discard after application); do not reuse or store opened packages long-term, as nonwoven substrates can harbor bacterial growth if kept damp. Keep away from eyes and mucous membranes; test on a small patch of sensitive skin first due to fragrance content. Replace any wipes that show visible mold or odor change. Store in a cool, dry place; do not allow the container to remain open for extended periods.
Beyond PFAS: other things we checked
Established hazard classes for this product type, assessed from public information. These never change the PFAS grade; a Likely flag caps the Verdict at “Buy with care.”
Fragrance allergens and undisclosed fragrance components
Product contains 'lavender and aloe' fragrance, but the full fragrance mixture is proprietary and not itemized on the label. Lavender oil and fragrance chemicals can sensitize skin or trigger reactions in individuals with contact dermatitis or fragrance sensitivity.
Preservative system and antimicrobial residue
Water-based wipe formulas require preservatives to prevent microbial growth in storage; Honest Company does not publicly disclose which preservatives are used in this product. Common safe options include sodium benzoate or potassium sorbate, but without full disclosure, potential for methylisothiazolinone (MI) or other contact sensitizers cannot be ruled out.
Bacterial colonization if container left open
Nonwoven substrates, when kept damp and exposed to air repeatedly, can accumulate bacteria over time. This is a use/storage issue, not a formulation defect, but moisture-retaining packaging increases risk if the container is not sealed between uses.
Skin irritation from surfactants or pH imbalance
No reported widespread irritation complaints are on public record for this product. However, water-based surfactant packages can vary in mildness; the brand's lack of pH disclosure or dermatologist-tested certification claims suggests this has not been a priority.
Microplastic shedding from nonwoven substrate
Polypropylene and polyester nonwovens can shed small fibers during use, particularly if the fabric is thin or heavily manipulated. Long-term ingestion risk is low for surface-cleaning wipes, but the environmental fate of shed fibers is a concern.
What we don’t know
This grade is a model-based estimate from public materials, coatings, and brand disclosure at 72% confidence. It is not a lab result.
No independent PFAS lab test is on record for this exact product. A lab test could move the score in either direction.
The brand has not made a specific, verifiable PFAS-free statement, so part of this score reflects that missing disclosure rather than a confirmed material.
Formulations and coatings change between production runs. Always check the current label before buying.
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Lower PFAS concern: Seventh Generation's transparent stance and third-party certifications support a safer choice for disinfecting wipes.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
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