DIY Liquid Laundry Detergent With Natural Ingredients
Did you know you can whip up laundry detergent using ingredients you already have in your pantry? Say goodbye to expensive store-bought laundry detergent.
DIY Liquid Laundry Detergent With Natural Ingredients
Are you tired of spending a small fortune on laundry detergents that seem to disappear faster than your socks in the dryer? Prepare to be amazed as we unveil a hidden secret lurking in your very own pantry that can revolutionize your laundry routine.
I began making homemade laundry detergent for my family to ensure that we used safer, chemical-free ingredients that is gentler on our skin. But the biggest bonus to creating our own detergent has proven to be cost-effective, significantly reducing our family’s household expenses.
Now it is your turn to say goodbye to overpriced bottles and hello to a more sustainable and wallet-friendly approach to clean clothes.
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Why You Should Make Laundry Detergent
It’s inexpensive to make. – It costs less than $20 to purchase the ingredients, which make multiple batches of homemade detergent and clean many loads of laundry. Castile soap is incredibly useful for other things.
It’s safe for all skin types. – They made many commercial detergents with fragrances and harsh chemicals that can irritate sensitive skin. The ingredients used to make this recipe are safe and nontoxic.
Easy to make. – From preparation to completion, it only takes twenty minutes of your time.
Ingredients Needed
This recipe, made with simple ingredients,ย makes a little over 1 gallon of detergent.
- 1 gallon (16 cups) of cold water
- 1/4 cup laundry washing soda
- 1/4 cup baking soda, or sodium bicarbonate
- 1/3 cup Castile soap
- 20 drops of essential oils, I use tea tree, optional for scent
Natural Laundry Scents for Detergent
Use one of the following or any 20 drops of your favorite essential oils.
Lavender Essential Oil: Calming, promotes relaxation, and better sleep.
Lemon: Refreshing and uplifting, can remove stains and brighten white clothing, antibacterial.
Bergamot: Uplifting and antibacterial.
Peppermint Oil: Energizing.
Tea Tree Oil: Antifungal and antimicrobial.
Equipment and Tools Needed
Containers for laundry detergent
Funnel
Wooden spoon
Stockpot
Why I Prefer Laundry Washing Soda
I know most have heard of using fels-naptha soap, but I prefer using Arm & Hammer’s laundry washing soda. Its benefits have a huge impact on whitening your clothes.
I like to say washing soda is my secret weapon. You can see how I cleaned my son’s disgustingly dirty football cleats.
Washing soda is not baking soda. Its chemical makeup is different. Sodium carbonate is the scientific name for washing soda. Sodium carbonate is the alkaline disodium salt of carbonic acid. The sodium carbonate keeps the dirt, grime, and soil in the water, so it can be carried out when the wash cycle water empties from the washing machine. Incredible stuff!!
How To Make DIY Laundry Detergent
STEP ONE: Gather all your supplies.
STEP TWO: In a large saucepan, roughly 6-quart stockpot add water. Bring to a boil.
STEP THREE: Once boiling, remove from the heat and gently mix all the ingredients until dissolved with a wooden spoon. Turn off the burner. Now continue to stir until everything has been well incorporated.
STEP FOUR: Allow your new detergent to cool before transferring it into jars for storage.
If youโre reusing an old detergent bottle, make sure they have been previously rinsed and that the soap is fully cool before adding it to a plastic container. We don’t want a melted or misshapen bottle.
For more tips and tricks, scroll down to our frequently asked questions section.
How To Use This Liquid Soap
This homemade liquid laundry soap is highly concentrated, which meansย you need only a small amount to get a dirty job done. First, give your liquid detergent a good shake before every use. Then add it directly into your washer, or if you prefer the design compartment for laundry detergent.
Laundry Detergent Measurements
For top-loading washer machines, use 1/8 to 1/4 cup of liquid laundry soap per load of laundry.
For a front loader, use 1-2 tablespoons. Added to the detergent compartment.
DIY Homemade Liquid Laundry Detergent For All Washer Types
Did you know you can whip up your own laundry detergent using ingredients you already have in your pantry? Say goodbye to expensive store-bought laundry detergent.๏ปฟ
Materials
- 1 gallon (16 cups) of cold water
- 1/4 cup laundry washing soda
- 1/4 cup baking soda, or sodium bicarbonate
- 1/3 cup Castile soap
- 20 drops of essential oils, I use tea tree, optional for scent
Tools
- Containers for laundry detergent
- Funnel
- Wooden Spoon
- Stockpot
Instructions
- Gather all your supplies. No bucket is required.
- In a large saucepan, roughly 6-quart stockpot add water. Bring to a boil.
- Once boiling, remove from the heat and gently mix all the ingredients until dissolved with a wooden spoon. Turn off the burner. Now continue to stir until everything has been well incorporated.
- Allow your new detergent to cool before transferring it into jars for storage.
Notes
Using Different Laundry Scents & Their Benefits
Use one of the following or any 20 drops of your favorite essential oils.
Lavender Essential Oil:ย Calming, promotes relaxation and better sleep.
Lemon:ย Refreshing and uplifting, can remove stains and brighten white clothing, antibacterial.
Bergamot:ย Uplifting and antibacterial.
Peppermint Oil:ย Energizing.
Tea Tree Oil:ย Antifungal and antimicrobial.
Frequently Asked Questions
Does Homemade Laundry Detergent Go Bad?
Most store-purchased laundry detergent contains a best-buy date on the bottle. Homemade liquid laundry detergentย can develop mold and mildew growth because it does not contain any bacterial inhibitors. Use all of your homemade detergent within 3 months of making it. Keep your detergent bottles in a cool storage space. Temperature changes can greatly affect your DIY detergent.
I Have Sensitive Skin. Will This Irritate Me?
This recipe contains natural ingredients. You shouldn’t have a problem. But if you are considered. I would half the recipe and do a small load of laundry to test out. This detergent has never affected our family, but everyone is different.
How Much Does This Make and How Long Will It Last?
This makes roughly 17 to 18 cups. Depending on your measurements (if you use 1 tablespoon per load or 1/4 cup) you could either have 288 loads (using 1 tbsp) or 72 loads (using 1/4 cup). This lasts my family exactly 3 months. I do about 6 loads of laundry weekly and use 1/4 cup of liquid detergent. This has the potential to last you a long time. Just make sure you carefully check that it hasn’t gone bad.
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