How to Decorate for An Allergy-Free Holiday Season

Most recently updated January 3rd, 2024

It’s that time!  Time to get ready for your Fall & Winter holiday gatherings.

Yay!!! And also:  Oh, no!!

Everyone loves to decorate and make their home feel festive for the winter holidays, but before you can decorate, you also need to clean.   (This is the worst part, honestly.)

Lighted Christmas trees in the snow in Big Bear, CA
Lighted trees in the snow in Big Bear, CA

And not only do you have to clean your house, but you might also need to freshen up your stored holiday decorations!

Unfortunately, some of our traditional decorations can harbor allergens that may irritate allergy-and-asthma-prone family or guests.

Some people are even allergic to Christmas trees – which is a point in favor of having an artificial tree.

Are you allergic to your Christmas tree?
Are you allergic to your Christmas tree?

And just think about all of the other decorations you put up, where you put them, and how long they stay there.

The key to avoiding hosting allergens (along with your guests) is to prep your home well in advance of your first holiday event, and choose your decorations carefully.   

Read on to learn how!

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