Using excessive amounts of cleaning products or failing to rinse dishes properly may leave detergent residue behind. Depending on the ingredients and amount consumed, this residue may cause irritation or other adverse effects. Some cleaning products can also be harmful if swallowed directly.
Consumers should choose dishwashing products intended for washing dishes and follow the instructions on the label. After washing, rinse dishes thoroughly with clean, safe water, paying particular attention to surfaces that retain soap bubbles.
It is not necessary to assume that every product containing fragrances or synthetic ingredients is dangerous. The presence of a chemical ingredient alone does not establish that a product causes cancer; the level of exposure and the substance’s toxicological properties matter.