... There were lots of ecofriendly alternatives to many household products but the soap nuts caught my eye, and no, before you say anything it wasnt just because they have got the word nuts in the name either!
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Soap Nuts Gift Set
250 grams of beautiful soapnut shells packaged in a natural cotton storage bag plus a
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smaller cotton bag to contain the soapnut shells in your washing machine. 150 washes (figures based on using 6 half shells 4 times). An Ideal gift for friends and family. They leave your laundry fresh- clean and soft eliminating the need for softeners. Because they are natural and chemical free they are gentle on your skin and clothes. Suitable for sensitive skin- allergy and eczema sufferers. Harvested from the Soapnut tree- the nuts contain the active natural washing ingredient saponin. Similar to soap- when the shells of the soapnut come in to contact with water- the saponin is released and suds are produced. Soap Nuts grown in India and Nepal- have been used for centuries as a washing detergent. Harvested from the Soapnut tree- the nuts contain the active natural washing ingredient saponin. Similar to soap- when the shells of the soapnut come in to contact with water- the saponin is released and suds are produced.
1 Kg Salveo India Soap Nuts
Soap Nuts are washing detergent that grows on trees - Used for Millennia, now rediscovered
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for the modern world. Soap nuts are mild and soft cleansing for your washing machine Ecological and economical compared to other brands of detergent. Two pounds of soapnuts can be used for more than 100 loads of laundry. In India and Nepal, the soapnut (sapindus trifoliatus) has been used as a vegetable washing detergent since time immemorial. The up to 15 metres high soap nut tree grows mainly in South India. The ripe soapnuts are harvested in October. When removed from the tree the soapnuts are sticky and golden in colour. They are dried and their colour becomes reddish-brown. Then the nuts are cracked and the black kernel, which can neither be eaten nor used for washing is removed and the shell, which contain saponine (a natural detergent), are packed up in cotton bags. How does it work? The somewhat sticky saponine in the shells of the soap nuts acts similar to normal soap. As soon as the shells get in contact with water, this natural saponine soap is released and creates mild suds. Place 4 to 5 half shells in one of the provided cotton bags. Tie the bag and place it with your laundry in the washing machine. Start your machine as usual, with or without pre-wash. The remains of the soapnuts can be composted or be disposed of through organic refuse. The soap nut can be easily used in your washing machine. Unlike common washing powders and liquids that contain considerable amounts of chemicals, the soapnut is environmental friendly and is gentle of the skin. Used for all fabrics and with all temperatures. Tips: No need for fabric softeners Works well with delicate fabrics such as silk and wool When washing in cold to warm water, soapnuts can be used for a second time the same day In the case of heavy stains, we recommend adding one tablespoon of stain remover. For a fragrant wash add your favourite essential oils
Advantages: Plenty Disadvantages: Will need something extra for whites.
...many household products but the soap nuts caught my eye, and no, before you say anything it wasnt just because they have got the word nuts in the name either!
What Is A Soap Nut And How Does It Work.
Soap nuts are fruits of a tree called Sapinadis Mukorossi (soap tree) which are grown in both India and Nepal. The soap nuts are gathered between mid September and mid October. A soap nut tree can produce between 200 and 1500Kg of soap nuts and as ... ...the farmer.
The soap nuts are round,about the size of a 1 pence piece and are golden in colour with a sticky surface. They contain a little black nut which is either eaten or disregarded by the farmer. It is not the nut but the shell however that is used for the purposes of cleaning. The shell contains approximately 12% saponine. This is a moderatley sticky substance which behaves like a natural soap on contact with warm or hot water. The shell ...
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Advantages: Environmentally friendly, clean fresh laundry Disadvantages: not good for difficult stains
...when my wife started using Soap Nuts as our household cleaner, it sparked my curiosity to learn more.
What are Soap Nuts?
Soap Nuts are actually not nuts at all. They are berries (also known as Soap Berries) that grow on trees in India & Nepal. There are two main varieties of Soap Nuts: sapindus trifoliatus (The Small Soap Nut) and sapindus mukorossi (The Large Soap Nut). The Large Soap Nut is the most commonly used in cleaning (probably due to ... ...quite effective.
How do Soap Nuts Work as a Detergent?
Soap Nuts contain large quantities of saponin in their shells, which acts as a natural, gentle detergent when it comes into contact with water. Without added chemicals, fragrances or dyes, Soap Nuts are safe and gentle for handwashing delicates, yet tough enough for regular laundry. They will leave your laundry soft, clean and fragrance free, without the use of fabric softeners.
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Advantages: clean & fresh smelling clothes, inexpensive, environmentally friendly Disadvantages: nod good for difficult stains such as red wine & blood
Soap Nuts (Soapnuts) - The Environmental Detergent
Have you ever thought about all the chemicals that we pour down the drain daily? What impact do they have on our environment? What does this mean for our children's future? How can we minimize the harmful chemicals we use & save the environment at the same time? Soap Nuts are the answer.
What are Soap Nuts?
Soap Nuts are not actually nuts at all, but berries (also known as soap berries) that grow ... ...which acts as a natural soap when it comes into contact with water. What can I use Soap Nuts for?
The most common & easiest use of soap nuts is as a laundry detergent. Just place three or four half-shells of soap nuts in a muslin bag (provided with most soap nuts orders) and throw it in with your laundry instead of regular detergent and you are on your way to becoming environmentally friendly. When using soap nuts in your laundry, you do not even ...
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Advantages: 100% Renewable resource, natural, no chemicals Disadvantages: Hard to find, don't get stains out fully.
Soap Nuts are just that - nuts. They grow wild in Nepal and India and are a natural source of Saponin - the part of soap powder that does the cleaning. They come from a bush or tree in Nepal. The bush grows wild and the nuts can be harvested easily to provide a completely renewable resource. The ultimate in Green washing products!
I just found these on Ebay and they are so easy to use! To use them you take about half a dozen shells and chuck them ... ...washing smells of lavender.
Soap nuts have no added chemicals and so are great for my son who has excema. I have struggled with the fact that they have no bleaching agents or optical brighteners so I alternate them with powder. So I do all the washing for a month with soap nuts and then the following month with sensitive skin powder. The combination deals with stains and the soap nut month cleans out any powder residue that affects the excema.
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Advantages: Save the planet, money, time and energy Disadvantages: none
...ALSO, if you buy you salad stuff fro the supermarket, it has been washed in chemicals which can cause cancer, soooooooooooo, you can wash them in water which contains a little of the soap nut liquid and make your food perfectly safe to eat.
It just doesn't get any better!!!!!!!!! ...
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Advantages: Natural, cheap, environmentally friendly, easy to use, sustainable resouce Disadvantages: Not available on the high street
...normal detergents, so they are better for your clothes, your skin and the environment.
Soapnuts natural habitat is in India, and in Nepal. Their botanical name is Sapindus Mukkrossi, and the family name is Sapindaceae.It is the seeds which grow on the tree which are the soapnuts that you will be able to buy online. They are brown, round and in a dry state quite hard. When they are in your washing machine, the water turns them soft and this is when the Saopnin, or natural soap, is released.
When you order Soapnuts from the internet, you will usually be sent a bag full of the shells. Sometimes they are not split and will have a nut inside which you just throw away as they are of no use to us. When you have the shells, simply put 6-8 of them into a thin cotton sock and tie a knot in the end so that the shells cannot come out. Put...
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Advantages: envirmentaly friendly, good for sensitive skin, good price! Disadvantages: not great for stains or whites!
...wash with soapnuts and my sons botty is fresh as a daisy - problem solved overnight! and for once they are soft rather than crispy and stiff!
All in all i think the environmental and sensitive skin pro's definately outwiegh the cons with this product - however I wouldnt recomend you use these on something very stained!...
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Advantages: easy to buy, allergy foundation approved, non greasy, easy to use Disadvantages: never use on nappies and towels as makes them waterproof over time
...My 5 year old daughter and my 3 year old son suffer from eczema My son's is very mild, and related more to certain oils and bath soaps and such. My daughter, however, flared up into scar making measly appearing spots during a horrific flare up last year and ever since has been extremely sensitive. Rough clothes set her itching, and itching to scratching, and a flare up happens. Use of soaps and chemicals on her clothes does this as well. So I switched to soapnuts to wash her clothes, double rinse if I had to use stain remover, and use Fairy fabric softener on her clothes as they have to be super soft to not start the itchy rub cycle and fairy is the only softener bearing the seal of approval from the British Allergy foundation.We even bought an eco tumble dryer so her clothes will be fluffy and soft. More about that in a moment...
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I have annoying skin, most soaps either leave it feeling oily or dry. One week after running out of my Neutrogena visibly clear body wash and lacking the funds to replace it. I went in search for a cheap soap that was suitable for my requirements. I... more
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