EWG's Healthy Living

Key Features That Make a Difference

Barcode Scanner for Instant Ratings: Scan product barcodes in-store to instantly see its EWG VERIFIED® status or its score on the EWG's scale (1-10, with 1 being best).

EWG VERIFIED® Mark: Quickly identify products that meet EWG's strictest standards for health and transparency, avoiding harmful chemicals and undisclosed ingredients.

Comprehensive Food Scores & Cleaners Database: Access detailed ratings for over 120,000 foods and 2,500 cleaners, with insights into nutrition, processing, and chemical concerns.

Skin Deep® Cosmetics Database: Search or scan personal care items like shampoo, lotion, and makeup to see hazard ratings for ingredients linked to cancer, allergies, and other health issues.

Personalized Lists & "Dirty Dozen" Guide: Create shopping lists of healthy favorites. Access the famous "Dirty Dozen" and "Clean Fifteen" lists to prioritize organic produce purchases.

Who Is This App For?

Health-Conscious Consumers & Parents: who want to reduce their family's exposure to potentially harmful chemicals in everyday products.

Individuals with Allergies or Sensitivities: needing to meticulously screen product ingredients for irritants or toxins.

Shoppers Overwhelmed by Greenwashing: who want credible, science-backed information to cut through misleading "natural" or "green" marketing claims.

Anyone Transitioning to a Cleaner Lifestyle: seeking a reliable, easy-to-use tool to guide their purchasing decisions across categories.

Advocates for Ingredient Transparency: who support EWG's mission of holding companies accountable for product safety.

How to Start Using EWG's Healthy Living

Click “Check All Versions” below to download and install EWG's Healthy Living on your device or browser.

Scan a product in your home: Start by scanning the barcode of a shampoo, cereal, or cleaner you already own to see its rating and understand the app's scoring system.

Search for a safer alternative: If your product scores poorly, use the app's search or "Browse" function to find highly-rated alternatives before your next shopping trip.

Use the "Dirty Dozen" list at the grocery store: When buying produce, check the app's list to see which fruits and vegetables (like strawberries and spinach) are most important to buy organic.

Look for the EWG VERIFIED® mark: While shopping, prioritize products displaying the EWG VERIFIED® seal, as they meet the highest standards.

Create a "My Products" list: Save your favorite high-rated products to a personal list for quick reference, making repeat shopping faster and easier.

In a world where ingredient lists are long and confusing, having a trusted guide to make healthier choices for your family is more important than ever. EWG's Healthy Living emerges as an invaluable and science-based resource, designed to empower you with clear information about the safety of food, personal care products, and household cleaners. More than just a database, it's a mission-driven app from the Environmental Working Group that lets you scan barcodes, search products, and instantly see ratings based on rigorous toxicity, ingredient transparency, and environmental impact research. Whether you're shopping for cleaner shampoo, safer sunscreen, less processed food, or non-toxic cleaners, this app provides the independent, easy-to-understand ratings needed to navigate the aisles with confidence. Its commitment to public health and lack of corporate influence works seamlessly, putting a powerful research tool right in your shopping cart.

Key Features That Make a Difference

Barcode Scanner for Instant Ratings: Scan product barcodes in-store to instantly see its EWG VERIFIED® status or its score on the EWG's scale (1-10, with 1 being best).
EWG VERIFIED® Mark: Quickly identify products that meet EWG's strictest standards for health and transparency, avoiding harmful chemicals and undisclosed ingredients.
Comprehensive Food Scores & Cleaners Database: Access detailed ratings for over 120,000 foods and 2,500 cleaners, with insights into nutrition, processing, and chemical concerns.
Skin Deep® Cosmetics Database: Search or scan personal care items like shampoo, lotion, and makeup to see hazard ratings for ingredients linked to cancer, allergies, and other health issues.
Personalized Lists & "Dirty Dozen" Guide: Create shopping lists of healthy favorites. Access the famous "Dirty Dozen" and "Clean Fifteen" lists to prioritize organic produce purchases.

Who Is This App For?

Health-Conscious Consumers & Parents: who want to reduce their family's exposure to potentially harmful chemicals in everyday products.
Individuals with Allergies or Sensitivities: needing to meticulously screen product ingredients for irritants or toxins.
Shoppers Overwhelmed by Greenwashing: who want credible, science-backed information to cut through misleading "natural" or "green" marketing claims.
Anyone Transitioning to a Cleaner Lifestyle: seeking a reliable, easy-to-use tool to guide their purchasing decisions across categories.
Advocates for Ingredient Transparency: who support EWG's mission of holding companies accountable for product safety.

How to Start Using EWG's Healthy Living

Click “Check All Versions” below to download and install EWG's Healthy Living on your device or browser.
Scan a product in your home: Start by scanning the barcode of a shampoo, cereal, or cleaner you already own to see its rating and understand the app's scoring system.
Search for a safer alternative: If your product scores poorly, use the app's search or "Browse" function to find highly-rated alternatives before your next shopping trip.
Use the "Dirty Dozen" list at the grocery store: When buying produce, check the app's list to see which fruits and vegetables (like strawberries and spinach) are most important to buy organic.
Look for the EWG VERIFIED® mark: While shopping, prioritize products displaying the EWG VERIFIED® seal, as they meet the highest standards.
Create a "My Products" list: Save your favorite high-rated products to a personal list for quick reference, making repeat shopping faster and easier.