Switching to homemade, natural laundry detergent is one of the simplest steps you can take towards a more eco-friendly lifestyle. Not only is this natural laundry soap recipe easy to make, but it also helps save money. This version of the recipe is updated to address high-efficiency washers and borax safety concerns.
Regular laundry detergents are full of chemicals like sulfates, fragrances, and phenols. Some even contain petroleum distillates, which are linked to cancer and lung disease. The fragrances in these detergents are actually a cocktail of harmful chemicals. That’s why I decided to make my own linen spray and laundry detergent.
The good news is that making your own laundry soap is quick and straightforward. You just need three basic ingredients to make either powdered or liquid soap: washing soda, borax, and natural bar soap. You can find washing soda and borax in the laundry aisle of your grocery store, while natural bar soaps can usually be found in the health or organic sections, or you can buy them online. Adding a couple of tablespoons of baking soda can also help freshen clothes.
Borax is a natural mineral composed of sodium, boron, oxygen, and water. It’s used in many natural soaps available today, but making your own is much more affordable. While there are some safety concerns about borax,
