While it is impossible to avoid phthalates completely, we can drastically decrease our exposure by avoiding plastics to the best of our ability, especially
in the kitchen (replace plastic
storage containers with glass ones), avoiding synthetic fragrances (assume that any product that lists «fragrance,» «perfume» or «parfum» as an ingredient contains the chemical), purchase phthalate - free makeup, eat organic whenever
possible (to avoid phthalates
in pesticides), and finally, by avoiding the use of scented candles and air fresheners with synthetic scents (pure essential oils are a healthier alternative).