Some of you may know that for the last couple of years I have made some changes toward a greener lifestyle. That doesn’t only include recycling, repurposing, and reusing but also replacing chemical products with more eco-friendly ones. Recently I’ve read an article that says if you can replace only one product with a chemical-free option, start with your laundry detergent. I’m definitely not an expert on this, rather I’m just beginning my journey to get rid of toxins in my home.
After a few trials and errors in making my own cleaning products, I have finally found a recipe that works. You’d be surprised how simple it is to make your own powder detergent. This recipe makes soapy yet effective detergent that I use for machine and hand washing. Make sure to wear gloves and avoid direct contact with your skin.
Ingredients
- 600 g Marseille soap in flakes
- 600 g baking soda (sodium bicarbonate, or NaHCO₃)
- 480 g soda ash (sodium carbonate, or Na₂CO₃)
- 240 g percarbonate of soda (sodium percarbonate (Na₂CO₃ 1.5H₂O₂)
Optional:
- 60 drops of lavender essential oil (aromatic )
- 60 drops of tea tree essential oil (antiseptic)
Directions
- Mix the powders and soap together in a jar.
- Add 30 drops of each oil, close the jar and shake in all directions to mix.
- Repeat step 2 for the remaining drops.
- Your natural laundry detergent is ready! Store in a dry container with a serving spoon.
