How to make Homemade LAUNDRY POWDER DETERGENT | Cheap. Easy. Works!

Are you interested in learning how to make homemade powder detergent? Here's a powdered laundry detergent recipe that I enjoy using for towels, clothes, shoes, and everything in between. It's quick and simple to make and really works! Learning how to deconstruct the ingredients found in commercial laundry detergents so that you can make your own can reduce your expense by 70% or more and also reduces your exposure to unnecessary chemicals and allows you to create a green alternative.
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[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Friends! If you've wondered how and why powdered laundry detergent works, I hope what I've learned from making the switch to an effective formula is helpful. Do you use a homemade laundry detergent recipe? If so, what do you enjoy about your recipe? What are your laundry hacks? I love to know (and I'm sure others in the comments section will too!) INSTAGRAM SEES IT FIRST! @Becomingafarmgirl

[@debramede3735]

I found myself waiting to find a way to highlight certain of your videos so that I could go back and watch again until I realized that it would be all your videos. Super video!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Wow, thank you!

[@deborahbessom6679]

I have used similar recipes in the past that didn't work for me. Now I make one using washing soda, baking soda, salt and essential oils. It works better than any laundry detergent I have ever used. I learn this from Heidi at Rain Country. Cassandra, I am a new subscriber and am thoroughly enjoying your content!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Deborah! Don’t you just love Heidi from Rain Country! (God is good, all the time!) Finding the right recipe starts off tricky but when you’ve got one it’s a keeper. I’m going to have to search through her videos to find the recipe. Thanks for passing along that it’s a recipe you trust and for your kind words!!

[@belindaayewoh437]

I've been using her recipe too!

[@Towanda99]

Love this video... I always tell people id rather clean toilets than fold/hang laundry !!!

[@txspacemom765]

I use the ZOTE and love it! I grate by hand because that is how my Nanna did it. Then I blend everything through my food processor, to make a find powder. :)

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Haha yes, I still hand grate! It’s a good little work out but gets the job done. I need to get a large scale food processor (all I have currently is my small ninja). I love being able to keep raw ingredients on hand and being able to whip up a batch when needed! It’s so special you had Nana to show you! So special!

[@navygirl98to02]

I was thinking about making my own detergent as well. Just so many things to do. Maybe one day lol. TFS

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hey girl! Good to see you. I’m certain when I changed my name I stopped getting alerts from your channel and others! You’ll see me on your side soon!

[@nancymweasel6561]

This is a great laundry detergent recipe. Thank you for sharing.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hi Nancy! I’m so happy to! I hope you enjoy it as much as I do! Good to see you again!

[@sharenp3839]

I do make my own but use the liquid variety. It makes a 5 gallon bucket which lasts forever lol

[@patwagner9308]

Your earrings are so pretty ! I think I'm in the minority because I actually enjoy doing laundry. I have learned a lot more about it from The Laundry Evangelist aka Patric (sic) Richardson. He has a degree in textiles & has worked in high-end clothing stores. He really knows fabric & how to care for it. He's on You Tube. He said the most common mistakes people make are using way too much detergent, fabric softener & dryer sheets.

[@lindasegraves6207]

I have been a subscriber for quite a while and enjoy your channel. I make my own detergent. I would like your take on these 2 issues. I previously used Zote soap then one day in fine print I saw that they didn't recommend Zote soap used in HE washers (you may find this on Zote Soap Flakes). I stop using it. Next I was using Oxi Clean powder and I noticed my tops were being bleached from the Oxi Clean. Now if I need Oxi Clean I add it separate to my wash. Thanks and please address these 2 above questions.

[@PineyEdge]

Great video, I will have to try this one day.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello, friend! Yes, it truly works and is a money saver. Once you find a recipe you’re happy with you’ll never go back to commercial!

[@medwardbell]

Fantastic idea....and new uses for my ninja!

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Yes! Very easy to blend in the ninja! So good to always see you, Mark!

[@ogarcia777]

Hello Cassandra, Are you still using homemade laundry detergent? Have you made any changes to your detergent?

[@lovepilapil6342]

Good making my friend

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Why, thank you very much!!

[@Cathy-tl7hj]

Wish you had written down the recipe in comments or something..

[@wilmarie26]

Do you only use the blender for this or do you also use it for food?

[@robint3547]

I make both powder and liquid laundry soap. Pref is powder for towels and hard to clean items.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello, friend! Ah, what an excellent observation and very good to know. Have you noticed that the shelf life of your liquid deteriorates faster/or is more temperamental than the powdered version?

[@CottageontheCorner]

The washing soda is very caustic if inhaled...you would think the Borax would be worse, but it isn't.

[@OCDishChick]

I used to make my own powdered laundry detergent. It was so fun to do. I really need to get back to doing it. 😜 You did great explaining how it all works.

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

The powdered version is so much easier and faster than liquid too! Thanks for stopping by!

[@dr.sandhyagupta8317]

Hi Cassandra, hope you are fine. Two questions: 1) alternative for Fels naphtha in vegan category and 2) Is Oxyclean necessary. Thanks

[@BecomingaFarmGirl]

Hello! So good to see you again. A vegan brand for washing soap is “True Earth”-excellent reviews but it’ll definitely cut into this being a cheaper alternative. I understand that may not be your goal. No, you don’t need Oxiclean and it’s definitely the most expensive product in this recipe but it acts as a boosting agent for all of the other ingredients. I would advise it for things wit strong scents (like workout clothes) or heavily stained items (my dogs coat after a hike, my yard work/gardening clothes, etc) to truly get a clean. But for everyday wear- not at all. Happy New Year!