Escents Soap Nuts 500g
Soap nuts (sometimes called "soap berries") are probably the most sustainable cleaning product on the market. The soap nut comes from the Soapnut Tree (Sapindus mukorossi).
The generic name is derived from the Latin words sapo, meaning "soap", and indicus, meaning "of India".
They are naturally hypoallergenic, odorless and do no damage to surfaces or fabrics. And there are countless ideas on how to use them, making them sustainable and versatile.
Sustainable: It's a renewable resource, easily grown organically.
All Natural: No funky or harmful ingredients.
Eco-Friendly: Less processing, less energy and less packaging.
Affordable: They can replace multiple cleaners, and last longer.
Reusable: Each berry can be used up to 6 times before it's spent.
Hypoallergenic: No skin or respiratory irritation and non-toxic.
Not Actually Nuts: They're totally safe for those with nut allergies.
Simple: Throw them in your wash or make a simple liquid detergent.
Odorless: But you can always add your own essential oils.
Gentle: Their mild nature won't damage delicate clothing or surfaces.
No Fabric Softener: They naturally soften your fabrics!
Save Water: They rinse easier so require less water.
Save Energy: You can use a shorter rinse cycle in your laundry, too.
Front-loading Friendly: No suds are perfect for HE machines.
Works in Any Temperature: Use them in cold, warm or hot water.
Non-polluting: 100% biodegradable and safe for graywater systems.
Compostable: Used shells can be thrown in your compost.
Self-sufficient: You can even grow a soap nut tree yourself!
Countless Uses: Look below for a few ideas on how to use soap nuts in your own home.