After watching The Plastic Detox, I threw out all my commercial detergents. I engineered this mineral-based, 'Deep Woods' laundry powder to be 100% non-toxic, plastic-free, and perfectly safe for modern HE machines. It costs about $0.17 per load, and...
Part 2 of the scent! 30 drops of this warm, balsamic wood middle note balances everything out perfectly.
Plant Therapy Organic Atlas Cedarwood Oil 10mL
The heavy lifter. This highly alkaline mineral softens the water and pulls deep dirt from the fibers without the toxins.
Pure Original Natural Washing Soda 5 lb
The 'Scent Sponge!' I mix my essential oils directly into this before adding it to the jar so the scent actually lasts.
Bob's Red Mill Baking Soda, 16oz (Pack of 4)
Do not skip this! This is the natural descaler that protects your HE machine sensors from mineral buildup and whitens clothes naturally.
Milliard Citric Acid Powder Food Grade, 2 lb Bag
My natural fabric softener. The coarse grain works beautifully in this mix.
Sherpa Pink Himalayan Salt - Coarse Grain, 5 lbs.
This size perfectly holds the entire recipe, and the airtight wood lid keeps the essential oil scent locked in.
Labina 88 Oz Glass Airtight Food Jar
You only need exactly 1 level tablespoon per normal load! I keep this stainless steel scoop right in the jar.
Orblue Premium Coffee Scoop Set - 1 Tbsp & 2 Tbsp
Washing soda is highly alkaline and will dry your hands out during the mixing process. Wear these to protect your skin while you batch make it!
SWIFTLITE Black Vinyl Gloves, Food Grade
Part 1 of the 'Deep Woods' scent profile. I use 40 drops of this clear, herbal top note.
Plant Therapy Organic Lavender Oil 10mL
Part 3. 10 drops of this rich, earthy base note acts as a natural fixative so the scent actually sticks to your laundry.
Plant Therapy Organic Patchouli Oil 10ml
The final touch. Toss these in the dryer to fluff clothes naturally without chemical dryer sheets.
Budieggs Wool Dryer Balls Organic XL 6-Pack
Ditch the toxic liquid fabric softeners. Pour this right into your machine's softener compartment instead!
Heinz All Natural Distilled White Vinegar 5% Acidity (Walmart)
I love Amber glass! I pour my essential oils in these to ensure accurate drop counts in my laundry powder batches! They even come with cute labels you can write on!
