Soap Nuts - In 1 kg bag | Practice

Zero waste alternative to industrial laundry detergent. For eco-friendly laundry washing, without harmful discharge into the environment, which will give you fresh, clean and soft laundry! 100% plant-based, compostable and biodegradable. Soap nuts are fruit shells from the Sapindus Mukorossis, better known as the soap tree. Although its fruits are not edible, their shells contain saponin, a natural detergent. They do not pollute, are not allergenic and can be used by the whole family. They are therefore ideal for the laundry of babies and people with atopic skin (eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis, etc.).). Reusable, they are durable and economical. HAS As a reference, 1 kg of soap nuts corresponds to the needs of a family of 4 people, at the rate of 3 to 4 washes per week for a year. Weight: 1 kg Delivered packaged in approximately 1 kg bags. Kraft or plastic packaging, depending on availability. How to use soap nuts Upon contact with warm or hot water, the saponin contained in the soap tree shells is released, forming a soapy solution. By the movement of the machine drum, and the friction of the nuts with the water and the clothes, the laundry will then be properly washed. This traditional zero waste solution has been used for centuries by individuals, but also in the textile industry for laundry care in general, but also for washing wool and delicate fabrics (silk for example). How to Use Washing Nuts in the Washing Machine Simply place 4 to 5 nuts in a laundry bag. Place it directly in the heart of the laundry and start your usual program. For very dirty laundry, you can also add laundry balls. Can you use soap nuts for hand washing? Yes, but for this it is better to prepare a decoction and use it as a liquid detergent. To do this, after using 100 g of nuts, let them infuse for 10 minutes in 1 liter of boiling water. Filter the water, squeeze the nuts in your hands and you will then obtain a liquid detergent. The benefits of organic soap nuts They're a natural, plant-based alternative to laundry detergent. Soap nuts clean textile fibers perfectly and thoroughly, thanks to the saponin they naturally contain. They do not contain bleaching agents or optical brighteners which can damage certain fabrics. The laundry comes out soft, completely clean and you can use these nuts with any type of textile without distinction, even the most fragile (wool, silk, linen, angora, etc.).). Finally, it is a zero-waste alternative to conventional laundry detergent, much more economical and healthier. After use, the soap nut shells can be thrown into the compost or directly into your garden to create natural, plant-based soil. You can use the decoction to wash clothes by hand, but also to wash your skin and hair, especially if you tend to have dandruff. It is also suitable for washing your pets, as its pH is neutral. The soap obtained can also be used on all types of surfaces (work surface, floor, etc.).