Homemade 5-Minute Powder Laundry Soap
...let’s talk about this powder laundry soap, and the simple ingredients and recipe that won my heart.
Prep Time 5 minutes
Total Time 5 minutes
Servings 56 Loads
Ingredients
- 2-5 oz lavender castile soap bars any variety, I used peppermint in the photos
- 3 cups washing soda
- 2 cups borax
- 30 drops lavender essential oil or other cleaning oil such as: tea tree, lemon, or orange, optional
Instructions
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Cut the castile soap bars into small slices or chunks. This step is important to avoid ruining your food processor.
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Place the castile soap slices or chunks in a food processor bowl. Pulse the soap on high until the soap resembles large crumbs. Add the 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 use a cheese grater, and then mix the ingredients in a bowl.
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Pour the washing soda and castile soap into a storage container, and stir in the borax. Add the essential oils, if using.
Recipe Video
Recipe Notes
To Use: For top-loaders, use ⅛ cup. For front-loaders, use 1 tablespoon. Place the soap directly in the washing basin with the clothes, not the laundry soap drawer.
The “where to buy” links provide links to the actual products I use. As always, I recommend shopping around online and at local stores for the best prices and products you love. Adapted from my book, DIY Natural Cleaning Challenge.