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Let's talk dirty laundry.
Some detergents contain artificial fragrances that are known to be carcinogenic and disrupt our hormones. Many include chemicals that are banned in the European Union for their proven toxicity to humans. Suffice to say, our laundry detergents may harm our health more than we realize. Not to mention the environmental impact...
It is easier (and cheaper) than I thought to make laundry detergent. And, the basic components can be used to create several other household cleaners... a homemade goo-be-gone for sticky labels, a carpet cleaner, a bathroom tile and tub cleaners, and more. With six ingredients, you can reinvest in your heath and home in a new way.
Airing Your Dirty Laundry Detergent
About:
A homemade detergent to clean and soften your clothes without harmful dyes or carcinogenic chemicals
This amount generally lasts for about 85 loads
Ingredients:
6 cups washing soda (sodium carbonate)
9 cups borax (sodium tetraborate)*
3 cups baking soda (sodium bicarbonate)
3 cups epsom salt (magnesium sulfate)
40-60 drops lavender or lemon essential oil
1 bar castile soap, grated
Directions:
Mix together thoroughly; store in sealed container in cool dry area
Instructions for Use:
Add ¼ cup per laundry load
Add an additional ⅛ cup distilled white vinegar for extra dirty loads
*Caution with Borax as it is not meant to be directly inhaled or ingested, and people can have irritation. If you are sensitive, you can double the amount of washing soda and forgo the borax altogether.
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