Fabuloso
#9 of 10 all purpose cleaners tested
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It combines a synthetic dye, undisclosed fragrance, a harsh preservative, and an SLS-class surfactant, which is why it ranks near the bottom on safety despite the low price.
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Fabuloso
Fabuloso Multi-Purpose Cleaner (Lavender)
Fabuloso
Fabuloso Multi-Purpose Cleaner (Lavender)
$4.00
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You specifically want a long-lasting strong scent on hard floors
You are cleaning low-contact areas rather than food-prep surfaces
You want a fully disclosed ingredient list
You are avoiding synthetic dyes and fragrance
Anyone in your home has sensitive skin or airways
Specs the product listing doesn't explain
What your food and family come into contact with every use
Ease of use, maintenance, and longevity
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Already have an account? Sign inThe Fabuloso Multi-Purpose Cleaner (Lavender) was graded against the same all purpose cleaner-specific rubric we apply to every product in this category — no brand-by-brand exceptions, no sponsored placements, no affiliate-weighted scores. The verdict above came from three pillars: safety (materials, certifications, recall history, chemical exposure pathways), efficacy (independent testing data, verified performance specs, real-world usage durability), and usability (ergonomics, cleaning, noise, parts availability over time). Every point deduction has a citation behind it. Every claim links back to a primary source. Nothing is hidden behind opaque badges.
What separates this from a typical all purpose cleaner review elsewhere on the web: we don't accept sponsorships, paid placements, or rev-share-weighted rankings. The brand of the Fabuloso Multi-Purpose Cleaner (Lavender) cannot pay to move up the list. The score is logic-driven (a weighted formula across safety, efficacy, and usability), not opinion-driven, so an editor's personal preference cannot override the evidence. When two products in this category are within a point of each other, the right tie-breaker is whichever pillar matters most to your household — not whichever one ranks first.
A high safety score on the Fabuloso Multi-Purpose Cleaner (Lavender) doesn't automatically mean “buy this.” A all purpose cleaner that's genuinely safe but loses points on efficacy may still be the wrong fit if performance is what you actually need. Conversely, a all purpose cleaner that's usability-strong but safety-flagged probably isn't the right call for a child with a known sensitivity. The score is the start of the decision, not the end.
R3 is not a medical, legal, or financial advisor. This review is general consumer-safety reporting, not personalized health guidance. If a safety concern on this page intersects with a specific allergy, sensitivity, or medical condition in your household, talk to your pediatrician or a board-certified specialist — they can weigh the evidence against your family's situation in a way no review can. We'll update this page when credible new evidence changes the picture (a recall, a new lab certification, a meaningful product redesign); the last-updated date in the byline is the source of truth on how current this analysis is.
#9 of 10 all purpose cleaners reviewed
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