Make your own Laundry detergent.

#lemon8contest #AskLemon8 I spend Less than $60 per year on laundry detergent. In a home of 4 people this bucket will last me the rest of the year.

The scentsy washer whiffs are COMPLETELY OPTIONAL. I buy them in the Luna scent. You can also buy sand beads at Walmart for much cheaper, but they give me a headache. And I really prefer scentsy.

I buy the unscented whitening oxi clean, it gets my whites much whiter, but doesn’t bleach my colors.

you probably don’t need to buy Biz and Oxi Clean both, but I have a toddler, if one doesn’t get the stains out the other will.

I mix all of this in a 5 gallon buck! Be sure to wear gloves! The ingredients will dry your hand out! You’ll probably notice in the photo that I have multiple scoops, the tiny one is a table spoon I use it on jeans and it’s plenty!! The large white one is 1/4 cup it’s MORE than enough! I use it on super stinky loads! And the blue one I keep as a back up scoop! I dump the powder in first then throw the clothes in! The powder will rise with the water level! #lowtox #lowtoxlaundry #lowtoxliving

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... Read moreMaking your own laundry detergent can be a rewarding experience, not just in savings but also in environmental impact. Store-bought detergents often contain harsh chemicals that can irritate the skin and office air. By crafting your own, like using baking soda and Borax, you can control the ingredients in your cleaning routine. The ingredients you mentioned, like Scentsy Washer Whiffs, provide a pleasant fragrance while remaining safe for most fabrics. For budget-friendly options, consider shopping for bulk supplies, which can further cut costs. Additionally, using unscented options can help you avoid potential allergies, especially in households with young children. Experimenting with homemade laundry detergents allows you to adjust ratios to suit your washing machine type and the types of stains you commonly encounter. For instance, if you often deal with tough stains from grass or chocolate, consider integrating stain-fighting additives into your mix. Lastly, remember to safely store your homemade detergent in a designated area, out of the reach of children and pets, and always wear gloves to protect your skin when mixing the ingredients.

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Definitely not, you’re not supposed to mix borax and oxi clean.

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This is such a good idea! I feel like I’m washing clothes 2-3 times a week so anything that help me save money

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