Learn how to make your own DIY Natural Laundry Detergent with just a few ingredients and essential oils. Save money with this non-toxic laundry cleaner.
- 1 bar castile soap
- 1 cup washing soda
- 1/2 cup borax
- 10-15 drops essential oils Lavender essential oil is my favorite
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Grate soap bar with a cheese grater.
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Combine all ingredients in a blender or food processor and mix until it turns into a fine powder.
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Process the small pieces of soap, washing soda and Borax together in a food processor or blender until it is well mixed.
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Store the laundry detergent in an airtight glass container.
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Use 1-2 tbsp of detergent per load.
How to Use This Natural Laundry Detergent
Use 1-2 tbsp of this DIY laundry detergent per load. You may need to do an extra rinse if you find the granules don't break down (possible if you have a HE washing machine) and/or include white vinegar in the laundry rinse.