When was the last time you checked the ingredients on your regular laundry detergent? We recommend that you prepare your own homemade laundry detergent!
How to do it homemade laundry detergent? Maybe it's time to try something new, something of your own making. You know what you add and you become it the true alchemist of his households.
In today's world, where we are faced with a flood of commercial products on a daily basis, we sometimes wonder if it would be possible to simply create something that would connected with nature and at the same time ensured the cleanliness of our daily life.
Homemade laundry detergent is offered as a great alternative, which leads us away from chemical formulations and into the world of natural cleaning.
Why make homemade laundry detergent?
Commercial products sometimes contain irritating chemicals that are not only unfriendly to the skin, but also have a negative impact on the environment. With homemade detergent, you will be able to wash not only your clothes, but also your conscience, because you will know that you have done something good for yourself and for the planet.
What detergent do you use? Photo: Rdne stock project / PexelsRecipe for homemade laundry detergent
You need:
– 2 cups of grated natural laundry soap
– 1 cup of baking soda
– 1 cup of baking soda
– 20 drops of essential oil of your choice (e.g. lavender, tea tree or lemon)
– 1 glass jar for storing detergent
Instructions
1. Preparation of soap
Choose a soap that does not contain unnecessary chemicals and artificial fragrances. Grate it finely so that it dissolves more easily.
Use natural soap. Photo: Tara Winstead / Pexels2. Preparation of the mixture
In a large bowl, combine the grated soap, baking soda and baking soda. Baking soda will remove unpleasant odors, while dishwashing soda will provide additional cleaning power.
3. Adding fragrance
Drops of essential oil will make your detergent smell pleasant. You can choose lavender for a relaxing scent or tea tree for an antibacterial effect. You can experiment with combinations if you wish.
4. Thorough mixing
Mix the ingredients well to get a uniform mixture. Make sure that the soap is completely dissolved and all the ingredients are well combined.
Your laundry detergent is ready. Fill the glass jar and store it in a dry place. Make sure the container is opaque, as light can affect the quality of the ingredients.
Add essential oil of choice. Photo: Mareefe / PexelsUsage
Washing machine
To wash the laundry in the washing machine, add 1-2 tablespoons of detergent, depending on the size and soiling of the laundry.
Hand wash
For hand washing, dissolve 1 tablespoon of detergent in warm water.
With this natural detergent, you will gently but effectively clean your clothes. At the same time, you will contribute to reducing the use of chemicals and preserving the environment. Now that you have become a real home alchemist, enjoy clean and naturally smelling laundry!
