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Organic Soap Nuts - BULK

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  • Soap nuts display at ACORN eco-boutique
- Large bag is 250 gram
- Smaller bag is the sample size
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Organic Soap Nuts

Soap Nuts (also referred to as soap berries) are the fruit grown on the Sapindus Mukorossi tree. The shells of the berry contain a natural cleaning agent called saponin. When they come into contact with water and agitation occurs, the saponin is then released. Saponin is naturally low sudsing which makes it a perfect natural laundry detergent alternative for all washing machines, including high efficiency machines.

With the 250 gram bag of soap nuts you can do 75-100+ loads of laundry; that works out to as little as $0.18/load! With the 500 gram bag of soap nuts you can do 150-200+ loads of laundry; that works out to as little as $0.15/load! You can also use the soap nuts to make a variety of other natural cleaning products! Each 250 gram or 500 gram Organic Soap Nuts includes the cotton washbag to hold the soap nuts, soap nuts for 75-100 loads of laundry, and instructions for use.

 *Helpful hint: Place the included magnets onto your washing machine to keep track of the number of times you've used your soap nuts. Or, give them a squeeze and once they are soft and mushy, it's time to replace them.

Instruction for use:

Simply place the soap nuts into the cotton bag provided. Place the bag in the washing machine with your load of laundry & let them do their magic. Remove the bag prior to putting your clothes in the dryer. Your laundry will come out scent free and soft as can be. To add fragrance just put 2-4 drops of essential oil on a cloth and add to the cool down cycle in your dryer.

The same soap nuts can be re-used for 3-5 additional loads and then composted or discarded. Soap nuts can also be boiled down into a liquid which can be used for: liquid laundry detergent, all purpose cleaner, window cleaner, jewelry cleaner, and even shampoo for you & your pets (recipes come with your bag of soap nuts).

MONEY SAVER! Using cold water with your soap nuts will also reduce your utility bill by using less energy & water. Your clothes will also last longer.

Special Features of Soap Nuts:

    • 100% natural & organic
    • Biodegradable: Soap nuts can be composted after use.
    • Natural fabric softener: There is no need to purchase and use fabric softener liquid or sheets anymore! Save even more money and reduce your consumption of these products!
    • Multi-purpose for other household cleaning: A recipe list for other household cleaners is included!
    • Anti-microbial: Safe for septic systems
    • Gentle, yet effective: Mild enough for sensitive skin & delicate fabric.
    • Hypoallergenic: Perfect for anyone with sensitive skin or allergies to commercial additives, dyes, and fragrance.
    • Free of manufacturing processes: From agricultural procedures through to packaging you are receiving a hand processed product

 

  • Light-weight and have a small footprint: Soap nuts are not bulky and heavy like most detergents and softeners. Place your soap nuts in the cotton bag that is included and place into your washing machine. If you take your laundry outside of your home, apartment, or dorm, this is the ultimate solution. All you need to take with you is a tiny bag that weighs a few grams and works as your detergent and softener!
  • Grown organically in the Himalayan Mountains of Nepal: Training and employment is provided to over 200 people, helping create and promote sustainable development in remote, rural communities.

 

SOAP NUTS TIPS

Hard Water:  To prevent mineral deposits from building up add ½ cup of white vinegar to a full load of laundry during your rinse cycle (for less than a full load adjust quantity of vinegar accordingly).

Tough Stains & Dazzling Whites: Soap nuts are naturally a gentle cleanser. To keep your whites at their brightest, try the Buncha Farmers All Natural Stain Remover.

Front loading & high-efficiency (HE) machines: Soap nuts can be used in any washing machine. They are perfect for front loading and HE machines too because they are low sudsing.

Low Sudsing? Are they working?! We are taught with commercial cleansers and detergents that lots of bubbles = clean. Soap nuts won’t create mountains of bubbles but will get all your laundry squeaky clean without additives and chemicals.

What will my laundry smell like: FRESH & fragrance free! Soap nuts naturally have a slight scent similar to apple cider vinegar prior to their initial use but that fragrance will not transfer to your laundry. If you do like fragrance just add 2-3 drops of essential oil to a cloth and add to the cool down cycle in your dryer.

Are sticky soap nuts bad? No, they are perfectly alright and will wash normally. Soap nuts soak up moisture very easily through heat and humidity. They should be stored in a cool, dry location. Some individuals prefer them to be sticky as the saponin has already begun to release. You can alternately air dry them in an open container for 24 hrs and they should be back to original form!

 

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Product Reviews

  1. Soap nuts work great in the dishwasher!

    Posted by Unknown on 10th Dec 2010

    I made the super easy soap nut liquid recipe (which came with the soap nuts) and used less than a tablespoon in my dishwasher. My dishes came out super clean and sparkly! I am super satisfied with how well the soap nut liquid works for both my laundry and dishes! I have used many other eco dishwasher detergents and haven't had great results but the soap nut liquid worked amazing!


  2. Great laundry cleaner!

    Posted by Patty on 2nd Dec 2010

    I have a front loading energy efficient washer and so I wondered how this would work. Amazing!! No pouring soap and fabric softener into the dispenser as I did before.
    I put about 4 nuts into the little fabric bag and tossed it right in with the laundry. In true testing fashion, I put the wet clothes into the dryer without a fabric softener sheet, just removed the little soap bag and saved for the next wash load. The towels smelled fresh and were very soft just as soft as the other FOUR LOADS OF LAUNDRY I did with the soap nuts!! One little bag did five loads before I disposed of the used nuts and dried out the bag for the day.

    I won't be buying fabric softener or laundry soap again...what a great way to soften foot print we leave on the planet! Thanks Amy...(o:


  3. Amazing!

    Posted by Christine on 21st Nov 2010

    I ordered this product online and was very eager for them to arrive. When they did arrive, I was not disappointed! So far, I have only used my soap nuts in the laundry - my clothes were genuinely clean and have never felt softer! I am very excited to try the other cleaning recipes included with this product.


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