Clean clothes, eliminate odors, and fight stains with my homemade laundry powder. I've been using this powder laundry detergent recipe and DIY liquid detergent for over 11 years, and my laundry always smells and feels fantastic.
30dropsessential oil optional for scent, such as: lavender, peppermint, orange, or lemon
Instructions
Cut & Grate Soap Bars - Cut the castile soap bars into small slices or chunks using a sharp chef's knife and cutting board. Place the castile soap pieces in the food processor bowl. Pulse the soap on high until the soap resembles large crumbs (about 1 minute). If you don't have a food processor, use a cheese grater and a large bowl.
Add Washing Soda & Pulse - Add 3 cups of washing soda to the food processor. Place a towel over the top of the food processor lid and pulse for 1 minute. After pulsing, the ingredients should be well combined. If you don't have a food processor, stir the washing soda with the grated soap in a large bowl.
Pour Into Storage Container & Add Borax - Pour the combined washing soda and grated soap into a storage container, stir in 2 cups of borax (or seal the lid on the container after adding the borax and shake the container to combine).
Add Fragrance - If desired, add your favorite essential oil or a couple of essential oils to create a custom scent blend. Stir to combine (or shake the container with the lid on).
The recipe is now ready to use.
Storage:
Store in a container with a lid for up to 12 months at room temperature.
How to Use:
For Top-Load Washing Machines - Add ⅛ cup of laundry powder per load directly to the washer basin/drum, then add linens or clothes. Close the lid on the washer and turn on the wash cycle of choice. For Front-Loaders and High-
Efficiency Washing Machines - Add 1 tablespoonof laundry powder per load to the washer basin/drum, then add linens or clothes. Close the lid on the washer and turn on the wash cycle of choice.
Pre-Treat Tough Stains - Before washing garments with tough stains, pre-treat the item with my stain remover spray. Then wash with this detergent.