Botannical name:  SAPINDUS MUKOROSSI / SAPINDUS DETERGENS

Family name:  SAPINDACEAE

Genus:  SOAPBERRY

Common name:  SOAP NUT

 

Soap nut has been used since ancient India as the key ingredient for washing the finest silks and wools, as well as a shampoo and for polishing precious metals. This age-old wisdom can be applied to meet even today's most demanding needs, as a natural all-purpose cleaner and detergent.  

Certified organic by USDA and ECOCERT, Envirochic 100% Soap Nut Powder has no artificial additives nor added ingredients and is completely biodegradable.

Soap nut powder is an excellent alternative to chemical cleaners. Soap nut powder is easier to use and more versatile than raw soapnut shells.  Hypo-allergenic, gentle on sensitive skin and baby-bottom friendly, soap nut powder is exceptional for cleaning cloth diapers residue and odour free.

Being completely organic, some of the berry may still be insoluble, although normally rinsed away during rinse cycle. Where ultimate clarity is required, we recommend mixing powder in hot water allowing any particles to settle prior to adding to the laundry, or use the cotton bag as a filter. 

Doing laundry with soap nut powder leaves clothes soft without the need for fabric softener.  Soap nut powder washes scent-free, although itself is described as being a little spicey, a little earthy.   

Directions for laundry:

Add 1 tbsp. for a standard (top loading) washing machine.

Low suds for H.E. (front loading washers) add only 1/2 tbsp. powder per large load or pre-mix with water.

Best results with warm/hot water (40-60C).  

(*see FAQ) 

Soap nut powder can also easily be made into a liquid multi-purpose cleaner.

How to make a liquid:    

1. Quick and easy - mix a pinch of soap nut powder in a water bottle, shake to disslove.   

2. For more power add 1 tbsp. powder to hot or boiling water, steep, strain, store in fridge.

3. For rich foam, dispense with a foaming pump or use a mixer in a wide mouth container.

4.  In a bucket, add 1tbsp. and mix under tap or with spray nozzle.

5.  For spray bottle, filter soapnut powder through the muslin bag or use a mesh coffee filter. 

 

Other uses:  

As a shampoo, helps control dandruff and condition hair naturally. 

A body wash and hand cleaner, soothes dryness and relieves chemically cracked skin. 

A herbal foot bath with both anti-inflammatory and anti-fungal properties.

A pet shampoo and low sudsing rug shampoo, reduces both dander and animal odour.

Cleans windows squeeky clean and streak free.

Professionally cleans and polishes gold and silver.

Use 1 tsp. in the dishwasher to clean, add vinegar to rinse.

Suds up for washing cars and polishing wheels.

Antimicrobial sanitizer cleans without alcohol or solvents.

Use on floors, tub, tile, works especially well with steam cleaners.

Soak produce in a soapnut solution to remove chemical pesticides and residue.

A pollinator friendly organic plant spray, effectively repels a variety of pests naturally.

Great for camping, also functions as a natural insect repellent.

 

Keep our nature clean and green.

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