Laundry Detergent

A simple powder with lemongrass and grapefruit.

Makes about 8 cups

You'll need

  • 3 cups soda crystals
  • 3 cups bicarbonate of soda
  • 1 cup epsom salts
  • 1 cup dishwasher salt
  • 30 drops lemongrass essential oil
  • 30 drops grapefruit essential oil

Equipment

  • large lidded container
  • silicone cake cases

Method

  1. Mix all the dry ingredients together. Shake or stir thoroughly until smooth with no large lumps.
  2. Add the essential oils and shake thoroughly.

How to use

Fill a regular-sized silicone cake case with powder and use one per wash.

What it isn't

Not a stain remover, and not colour-safe on its own.

Safety

  • Can irritate eyes and skin. Avoid contact, and rinse with plenty of water if needed.
  • Keep out of reach of children.
  • Store in a clearly labelled container.

Keeps

Airtight container, kept dry.