Homemade Powder Laundry Soap

Making your own laundry soap is a great way to save money and make the switch to natural products.  This homemade powder laundry soap only requires 3 ingredients and it works great!

When I first started my blog, homemade laundry soap was one of the first things I shared.  I have been using that exact recipe for over 7 years, and I love that I can make 5 gallons for less than $2.  Talk about a money saver! 

Since sharing that recipe I have had several requests for a powder version.  This recipe uses similar ingredients to the liquid soap making it very cost effective too! 

It is sensitive enough to be used with baby clothes, delicates, and even cloth diapers!  You only need a couple tablespoons per load.  

HOMEMADE POWDER LAUNDRY SOAP VIDEO TUTORIAL 

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HOMEMADE POWDER LAUNDRY SOAP

INGREDIENTS 

• 1 bar castile soap (or Fels Naptha soap bar)
• 2 cups washing soda 
• 2 cups baking soda 
• 30 drops lavender essential oil (optional) 

INSTRUCTIONS 

1. Finely grate the soap bar using a cheese grater. 
2. Add the shredded soap bar, washing soda, and baking soda to a large mixing bowl. 
3. Stir until well combined and add in essential oils. 
4. Store in airtight container. 

Use 2 tablespoons per load. This soap is safe to use in high efficiency washers. 

I store mine in a half gallon glass mason jar and I keep a tablespoon measuring spoon in the container to make it easy to measure. 

A LITTLE ON THE INGREDIENTS

CASTILE SOAP BAR

If you have been around my blog long you know my obsession with castile soap. I use it in my foaming hand soap, baby wash, shampoo, and cleaning products.  

Castile soap is a very concentrated, vegetable based soap.  It is typically made out of olive oil or coconut oil. It has natural antibacterial properties that can help kill infections and germs. 

Castile soap is a gentle soap making it safe on sensitive skin and babies.  You can buy scented or unscented castile soap, I prefer unscented so I can scent it how I want with my essential oils.

You can also use one fels napa soap bar or any other natural soap bar.

WASHING SODA 

Washing soda is sodium carbonate, that dissolved in water for washing and cleaning.  It is a natural cleaner and can be used to soften water. Washing soda is also neutralizing and eliminates odors. 

Adding washing soda to your laundry can help remove stains and brighten clothes. 

BAKING SODA 

Baking soda has been used in laundry for many many years.  Adding it into your soap will help to soften and bring clothes out whiter and brighter. 

Baking soda is also very effective at eliminating odors. 

ESSENTIAL OILS 

Adding in essential oils is optional, but I highly recommend it. Essential oils will had scent that will linger in your laundry.  You can use a single oil or make a blend. 

I love adding in lavender or wild orange. 

I share some of my favorite blends for laundry HERE.

WHY SWITCH TO HOMEMADE NATURAL LAUNDRY SOAP? 

• First off, it saves a whole bunch of money. We have a large family and just to keep up I do at least one load of laundry per day. That doesn’t include towels, sheets, blankets, or kids playing in mud puddles. 
• When I was a nanny I remember the parents bought special soap for the kids clothes. When it was on the list and I had to pick some up from the store I couldn’t believe how expensive it was. This laundry soap is made with ingredients safe enough for babies and those with sensitive skin. 
• Leading brands laundry soaps contain harmful ingredients that can cause skin rashes and other issues when inhaled.  I love that this soap is made with all natural ingredients. 

MORE NATURAL LAUNDRY POSTS 

DIY Dryer Sheets 

Homemade Liquid Laundry Soap 

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