07/07/2025
Discover how to make your own laundry soap with simple, affordable ingredients: Zote, borax, baking soda, Epsom salt, and super washing soda! This homemade laundry soap is not only budget-friendly but also easy to make in just a few steps. Say goodbye to expensive store-bought detergents and take control of what goes into your laundry.
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Why make your own? Our recipe avoids special added ingredients often found in commercial detergents that may irritate skin or cause allergic reactions. Plus, it’s free from plastic-dissolving pods, which can leave behind dangerous microplastics and harmful chemicals that cling to your clothes and affect your skin. This natural alternative is gentle, effective, and better for you and the environment!
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Directions - Put on protective gear, gloves, respirator, and long clothing. Use a tote to mix the ingredients. Start with the salt and then grade the zote into the salt and stir. Then mix in the sodas, and finally the borax.
If you want to grate the zote to a finer part, let the soap bars sit out for a few weeks to harden up. We found it doesn't matter if they are in larger or smaller chunks. The salt will take the moisture out of the soap over time anyway shrinking the zote chips.
Safety Precautions: This homemade laundry soap contains Zote, borax, baking soda, Epsom salt, and super washing soda. Wear gloves when handling ingredients to avoid skin irritation, and mix in a well-ventilated area. Store in a labeled, airtight container away from children and pets. Test on a small fabric piece before use, especially for sensitive skin or delicate fabrics. Ensure compatibility with your washing machine, particularly HE models. Do not ingest or mix with other cleaners like bleach. Follow the recipe exactly, and use at your own risk. Consult clothing care labels and seek medical advice if needed.
Try it today and enjoy cleaner laundry with peace of mind! Share your results in the comments, and don’t forget to like, subscribe, and hit the bell for more eco-friendly DIYs!
A Brief History of Laundry:
Laundry has evolved dramatically through history! In ancient times, people washed clothes by hand in rivers or streams, using rocks to scrub dirt and natural soaps like ash or animal fats. The Romans used fermented urine as a cleaning agent due to its ammonia content. By the Middle Ages, laundry was done with lye-based soaps made from wood ash and fat, often in communal wash houses. The 19th century introduced washboards and early mechanical washing machines, powered by hand or foot. By the early 20th century, commercial soaps and electric washing machines revolutionized laundry, but many still relied on homemade recipes similar to ours. Today, we’re returning to those roots with DIY laundry soap, combining historical simplicity with modern safety and eco-awareness!
