You are probably asking, "What the heck is a soap berry?" I'm going to tell you all about them...so don't worry. I came across these little gems in my Conscious Box subscription (stay tuned for a post about that) and thought they were the coolest ever! The short version is that they are a natural alternative to laundry detergent. Organic, cruelty free & vegan of course. Now for the long version....
What are Soap Berries?
A ripened fruit that comes from the Sapindus Muskorossi tree (look there's one above), which can be found is Southeast Asia around the Himalayas. Once ripe, the berries are collected, cleaned and dried. They are known for their amazing cleaning properties and have been used by the locals for thousands of years.
How do they work?
Once the shells touch water, a cleaning agent called saponin is released. This agent acts as a natural disinfectant that removed dirt, oil and grime from fabric. They can be used in a multitude of ways such as: removing stains, cleaning jewelry, washing dishes, hand soap, etc.
Help the Environment
One 35 oz bag of soap berries provides more washes than over nine 32 oz plastic containers of chemical detergent. Imagine all the unnecessary pollution and landfill waste that traditional detergents add to our already over taxed environment.
Additional Benefits
-Cuts on landfill use, CO2 emissions & pollution
-Virtually endless shelf life when stored in a cool/dry area
-Enables sustainability and forestation (kills less critters)
-100% Biodegradable
-USDA certified organic
-Perfect for sensitive skin or people with allergies
-Gentle on fabric and protects color
-Under $0.12 per wash
What are Soap Berries?
A ripened fruit that comes from the Sapindus Muskorossi tree (look there's one above), which can be found is Southeast Asia around the Himalayas. Once ripe, the berries are collected, cleaned and dried. They are known for their amazing cleaning properties and have been used by the locals for thousands of years.
How do they work?
Once the shells touch water, a cleaning agent called saponin is released. This agent acts as a natural disinfectant that removed dirt, oil and grime from fabric. They can be used in a multitude of ways such as: removing stains, cleaning jewelry, washing dishes, hand soap, etc.
Help the Environment
One 35 oz bag of soap berries provides more washes than over nine 32 oz plastic containers of chemical detergent. Imagine all the unnecessary pollution and landfill waste that traditional detergents add to our already over taxed environment.
Additional Benefits
-Cuts on landfill use, CO2 emissions & pollution
-Virtually endless shelf life when stored in a cool/dry area
-Enables sustainability and forestation (kills less critters)
-100% Biodegradable
-USDA certified organic
-Perfect for sensitive skin or people with allergies
-Gentle on fabric and protects color
-Under $0.12 per wash
Directions:
Place 4 whole soap berries into the small bag the company provides.
Secure bag with tie.
Toss bag into washing machine.
Reuse bag with the same soap berries 4-6 times.
Replace berries when needed.
THAT'S IT!
Want some?
Find out more information, additional uses and purchase them here.
Micah 6:8 He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.
Thanks for stopping by! Be sure to leave a comment. :)
Place 4 whole soap berries into the small bag the company provides.
Secure bag with tie.
Toss bag into washing machine.
Reuse bag with the same soap berries 4-6 times.
Replace berries when needed.
THAT'S IT!
Want some?
Find out more information, additional uses and purchase them here.
Micah 6:8 He has shown you, O mortal, what is good. And what does the Lord require of you? To act justly and to love mercy and to walk humbly with your God.
Thanks for stopping by! Be sure to leave a comment. :)