THE BEST DIY LAUNDRY DETERGENT || COST-EFFECTIVE LAUNDRY SOAP || GREAT SMELLING LAUNDRY SOAP

[@heidibraatz7258]

I do my own laundry soap for more then 3 years now. Last batch I did in November 2018 and I just finished it beginning of 2021. I grate my soap while watching TV in the evening. My new batch I did last week. For drying I use 100% wool dryer balls. Clothes come out nice and soft so I also safe money on fabric softener and dryer sheets

[@sarahk.4931]

Oh that's awesome. Good idea, thanks for the tip & thanks for watching!

[@kayannkay9880]

Do you use.oxy clean?

[@thedraculmademedoit7557]

It's Zoté. It's very popular in Mexican households.... It's a Mexican company. You can also use it to wash makeup brushes, it's amazing 💖💖💖🇲🇽.

[@sarahk.4931]

Ahh yes! I've been laughing at myself not pronouncing this correctly 😂 It's become my favorite, I just love the smell! We were down in Mexico earlier this summer and I wanted to spy on the cleaning ladies stuff (they know what they're doing). Thanks for watching!

[@susanabushaban2719]

You can actually skip the bar soap because bar soap needs friction that’s why it’s a stain remover. Many have ditched the bar soap because it’s really not meant to wash your clothing in it more of stain remover bar soap causes soap scum and unlike you using gain lots only do the soap with out gain and that’s why lots complain clothing gets dingy and grayish. I 100% agree an the gain. Try ditching the bars of soap and here is the recipe 1 box gain 1 box super washing soda 1 box Borax 1 box baking soda 1 box oxi clean Purex scented beads Mix well and store in container you can double this so you won’t have to keep making. Last a really long time. And your not dealing with bar soap cutting and so on. I have had all my friends do this and they love it.

[@janesheridan5632]

Sarah, thanks for showing that you double your recipe which I also do so it lasts longer. Have been making my own laundry detergent for the last 8 years and now my sister is making her own detergent. Thanks for the tip on using more soap bars which I grate in my food processor.

[@CorvetteTrev]

Using soap Is not detergent.

[@Angelaperez_4]

Yass girl best diy laundry detergent yet thats how I make mine to but I use oxi clean and instead of gain i use arm and hammer odor blaster washing powders i also add baking soda the big box and Ariel its a Mexican washing powder like the zote and it smells amazing i also add foca washing powder its also a Mexican made detergent and the odor blasters crystals and Epson salt in lavender and the unstoppables in fresh i believe its the blue bottle but I use 3 boxes of borax 3 boxes of super washing soda 3 boxes of baking soda and the huge box of oxi clean that also has the purple odor blasters in it for the amazing smell and 5 bars of zote 5 bars of fels naphtha and 2 boxes of purex 2 color safe bleach and my clothes smell freaking amazing while drying the whole house smells amazing next time you make it try my recipe 😀 and it makes enough to fill an entire large tote!! We have a family of 5 and it last a year and im heavy handed also i put atleast 2 full scoops in a large load and 1 full big scoop for and medium or small load I just use the big oxi clean scoop not the small one!! Im like you I can't allow myself to add a sprinkle of it lmao 🤣

[@hannahchase6387]

I'm so happy you put this recipe up, I've used ariel for about 10 yrs and wanted to incorporate it into the mix. What size bag do you mix in with your recipe?

[@sarahk.4931]

Wow! That sounds like it smells amazing! I bet that works awesome too! Thanks for sharing!

[@createurownpeace9918]

Just got a box of gain to go into my diy powders so far I used the Mexican detergents Roma, And Ariel I also used everything in this recipe except bar soap cause I heard it destroys the washing machine and clothing over time hoping the gain gives it the extra kick it needs

[@sweetea7035]

I have heard many people saying the Zote soap leaves a film on your clothes. I noticed it myself, now I make it similar to this but I don't use the Zote. There are so many variations! I cannot understand why those scent booster beads are so expensive. I just throw in a bottle I get at the dollar store for $1

[@andreaaarons8682]

Your diy laundry soap videos are the best!!!

[@sarahk.4931]

Thank you! I really appreciate that!

[@tracylynn8699]

Tip for grading soap "freeze it first"

[@sarahk.4931]

I've never even thought about that! Will give it a try the next time I make it. Thanks!

[@rachelsherwood4650]

I know this was years ago lol but I cut my bars into 3rds and let them set out for a few days to dry out shreds beautifully.

[@f.u.4766]

The bar soap would just clog up my cheese grater so l found a blender at my local Goodwill works great. There is a trick with the blender, and a little of the powder products to as you blend it.

[@sarahk.4931]

That is a really good tip! I've seen a few others do that as well. If I can get my hands on a blender just for this, it would help blend that soap up smaller. Thank you!

[@camilwilber1094]

I love how your house has toys and stuff everywhere like normal people lol. Now off to Walmart I go to buy all this stuff!!

[@positivelady5307]

Will definitely try it we spend over $100 for laundry supply every 2-3 months

[@tracydimond3759]

If you use a grater and find the zote funking it up try alternating a bar of zote, then a bar of Fels naptha. It works for me every time.

[@sarahk.4931]

That's a good tip! Thanks for watching!

[@brianawellman7621]

Worked grate! I also added 1/2 cup of destined white vinegar in with it to help boost it even more. ( don't worry, you can't smell the vinegar after it's washed)

[@veronicapatrick1011]

Hi I’ve made mine also for ever now & I use essential oils for smell

[@hildaguerra7185]

What scent and brand of essential oil?

[@sarahk.4931]

Hi Veronica! What a great idea! Especially if you're looking for a more natural scented laundry powder. I can imagine lavender essential oil would smell great in this. What kind do you use?

[@TisaHinton-ov8xd]

Yes it is fun DIY

[@JenniferPerryMyScraproom]

I bought an extra blade for my food processor that I used just for making laundry soap. It makes the job of grating the soap much faster.

[@sarahk.4931]

That's a great idea! I want to get a cheap food processor (maybe at goodwill) to use just for making this. Thanks Jennifer!

[@angelasmith7946]

I just have to say I followed your recipe got everything you got and my nine-year-old daughter help me make it and I absolutely love the smell of it it smells great it's fresh smelling and I think that's what I like the most about it I just want to say thank you for sharing this laundry soap recipe!😊

[@sarahk.4931]

I am so glad you enjoyed it Angela!

[@doloresleyva8810]

Seems like one scoop would do very well for most soiled loads since you have alot of detergent power in it. Gain does smell good. I would use thre gain scents crystals and leave out the other scents. Great job.

[@sarahk.4931]

Yes! You can certainly use just 1 scoop. I am notorious for using too much soap!

[@tmac827]

This is my second recipe that I've made..but this time I didn't use any borax because it's harsh on my skin..tfs

[@lisamadison203]

This is awesome! Definitely going to try it!

[@beautyfox6683]

Absolutely love this receipe looks awesome to. Great job.

[@sarahk.4931]

Thanks so much 😊

[@geejohns1836]

Thank you I will be trying this ! I’ll probably use two of the scent boosters just for the extra kick !

[@sarahk.4931]

Let me know if it turns out!

[@DesignerNerida]

I do the liquid version, I melt the zote

[@sarahk.4931]

Ahhh, I have been curious to try that method. Does it gel up on you? How do you store it?

[@TisaHinton-ov8xd]

Beautiful

[@lisamitchell4575]

Just made a batch up. So excited!

[@lillybanks6999]

the soap zote i love as a stain stick. It clogs up my HE washer. I hear its not good for HE washer over times and leaves a film on the clothes since its a soap and NOT detergent.

[@CherryLelyPR]

Whats a better "soap" for laundry

[@danarae9792]

Where did you get your shirt? It’s so cute!

[@TisaHinton-ov8xd]

Thank you for Sharing

[@jackiemountain2759]

Awesome I do the same thing with the gain laundry detergent it’s so great adding all these extras ❤️ very powerful clean foresure 👍

[@sarahk.4931]

It's my favorite :)

[@patricedixon2634]

Yes, that's a good way to stretch the store bought detergent.

[@mollywhatley7954]

Do you think I’m using too much if my clothes feel like they have a film on them?

[@sarahk.4931]

Yes. Mine definitely don't have a filmy feel to them at all when they come out. I hope it works for you 😊

[@L__M-bb2zv]

I'm planning on making this for a family of 6 hopefully it last long

[@sarahk.4931]

I hope it works out for you! Thanks for watching!

[@L__M-bb2zv]

@@sarahk.4931 thank made it last night little mishap here and there but overall it worked. Side story about 8 yrs ago I used to do this not with all these products just smelly beads laundry detergent and borax and now it's all the rave 😅

[@TisaHinton-ov8xd]

I love DIY

[@OliviaCo]

I will definitely try this, but I don't think i can get those odor busters here in the Philippines

[@christiangravina100]

You can use coarse salt or Epsom salts, just add essential oils.

[@sarahk.4931]

Thanks for watching and I hope you can find something that works for you!

[@Navajowelder505]

Great directions always wanted to make my own detergent. I well use a small shovel to mix it though. Love your dinosaur top, very cute👍🏼😀💯❤

[@sarahk.4931]

Thank you so much!

[@ruthvelazquez629]

😃Hey girl can I put this detergent together with the close you know the same way how we trough in the detergent pods hopefully you can understand what I’m saying 🤔please say yes lol n also my washing machine is (H.E)n is also safe ?

[@sarahk.4931]

Yes! You can put it directly in the drum. I do that, and then put the clothes on top, just so I know the soap will dissolve. Hope this helps, thanks for watching!

[@wendyinegbenedo1307]

So pretty! 😍 💗 I bet it smells wonderful!!

[@mommalove3.057]

Is there a way to then liquefy this? I have a washer that had a container that you fill and it automatically fills each load with laundry soap so need liquid

[@marcirobbins1925]

Thanks! I enjoyed your sweet video! Gonna try it! Your son was a sweet helper too! Pretty kitchen too!!

[@sarahk.4931]

Thank you so much Marci! Oliver loves helping out with this! Thanks, I painted the cabinets myself and it was quite the job! Thanks for watching :)

[@dianesanders6773]

Can you leave the Borax?Can you use in a top loader wash?Thanks

[@diananumeros8808]

Very good

[@appleseedsatisfyingcolorin7911]

Hi i really love this! can i use different brand of bar soap instead of zote?

[@naomisexton1508]

If this is for a baby and yourself but you have sensitive skin, would you recommend using as much of the same ingredients or less of one?

[@Paryswilliams1978]

I watch this video so long ago when I started making my own soap and I often go back to watch more as time goes by and I just saw one where she said she got her idea from this page but she use tide ......I will stick with my gain I use all gain products beside the home made mixture together...scented beads and such at least for now great job

[@sarahk.4931]

Oh my gosh, that is awesome!!! I am such a sucker for that gain smell. Thanks for watching!

[@Jmoney_100]

can you use this for color clothes or only white ?

[@Paryswilliams1978]

@@Jmoney_100 both

[@Paryswilliams1978]

This video is doing so well with the views. Congratulations 🎉

[@monysartmonyzamora3335]

Hi, thanks for this video, I’m just wondering if this works for all kind of colors?

[@sarahk.4931]

Yes it does! I've used it on everything :)

[@annettejones432]

Im going to try it this is new to Me

[@lisamagnan1974]

I seen a another video and she used regular bar soap that is used for the show what do you think of that has anyone ever used ariel soap to make homemade soap

[@sarahk.4931]

I have also seen that too. I am not sure if they add other things to regular bar soap for your body (like lotion, ect.) so I have been hesitant to use anything else. I have seen people use Ivory before but I never have personally. Thanks for watching Lisa!

[@sunlight22xp]

You can try IVORY soap bar

[@rosespencer2191]

Gosh You look so much like Lana del try so prett loved the laundry 🧺 🧼 recipe

[@sarahk.4931]

Oh my gosh, best compliment ever!!! Thank you !

[@Southphxgal2023]

May I suggest a salad shredder that is what I do to make my mixture

[@aydeeruiz900]

Can it be used with cold water?

[@sarahk.4931]

Yup! I use it in cold water with my darks. Thanks for watching!

[@catalina0427]

Do you use a fabric softener afterwards?

[@sarahk.4931]

Depends on what I am washing. I will use a softener on bedding, but not on my clothes. Thanks for watching!

[@efrainflores3902]

What is the size of the container that you used? How many gallons or ounces?

[@CorvetteTrev]

You need detergent in a machine! Soap 🧼 is made from fat and oil - your whites are going to get dingy , your towels won't absorb water anymore. You're basically clogging your clothes with fat! Unless you're hand washing in the tub , in the machine you need detergent, add dish soap! You can void the warranty on your washer too, it'll clog. This worked years ago because people HAND WASHED ✋️, detergent in the machine, soap 🧼 for hand washing clothes! (*Also, put that in a blender to mix it up) you're not "really" getting frugal when you're adding all the scents, etc. We use these words interchangeably but you need to know the difference between soap and detergent, don't put that in a machine

[@tracyprothro7923]

Have you changed any of the items you are using?

[@doulikecheeze]

Can I use this in an high efficiency washer?

[@sarahk.4931]

Yes! I use it in my front loader

[@TisaHinton-ov8xd]

Thank you

[@lifewithpa5862]

Hi... where is your rug from?

[@sarahk.4931]

Hey there! The rugs in my kitchen are from At Home. I actually went back not long ago to get a second one cause I loved it so much!

[@maricelaaparicio7022]

Can someone please tell me how this does on cloth diapers ??? Please

[@TisaHinton-ov8xd]

Looks brand new.

[@doubtingkathryn4807]

What size is that tote please?

[@sarahk.4931]

I honestly am not sure, maybe 64 quart?

[@1Robbinh]

If you like seeing the suds do not add the scent beads. Add the scent beads to your raise water.

[@Baileys.small.engine.repair]

Hello please select 3 of the following ingredients for me to make the most effectively cleaning powder laundry detergent: 1. Baking soda 2. Washing soda 3. Oxiclean versatile stain remover 4. Borax

[@sarahk.4931]

I personally would choose 2, 3 & 4! Let me know if you try it ☺️

[@Baileys.small.engine.repair]

@@sarahk.4931 Okay I will let you know thank you so much for answering

[@Baileys.small.engine.repair]

@@sarahk.4931 Okay so I decided I would try out 1, 2, & 3 but first I have a couple questions for you please answer each one: 1. What are some safe cleaning products I can add as detergent boosters (other than baking soda, washing soda, oxiclean, borax etc.) 2. Is it safe to add ammonia, isopropyl alcohol, or hydrogen peroxide

[@cassandrag1882]

Do you still use fabric softener or dryer sheets?

[@sarahk.4931]

Yes I do (only on blankets and stuff like that)

[@npm1421]

Is this non toxic

[@drealovespope]

Is this safe for sensitive skin?

[@sarahk.4931]

Yes, it is! All 3 of my boys (including myself) have very sensitive skin. We haven't had an issue with it! Thanks Drea!

[@d.p.6723]

Its been my expirence that its the only thing i can use for sensitive skin and sensitive down under areas as well, i dont add the gain and only a tiny bit of scent beads though if any.

[@sunlight22xp]

Most of Washing machine manufacturers do not allow this DIY detergent and will void your washing machine warranty.

[@samanthameeters651]

I like your dinosaur tank top. Where did you buy it?

[@sarahk.4931]

www.amazon.com/s?k=dinosaur+tank+top&ref=nb_sb_noss Amazon 😊 Thank you so much for watching!

[@latonyamorrell5373]

Can you use powder biz

[@abbylynn8872]

Yes you can.

[@LatoraJohnson19120]

hi ms sarah im new subscribed

[@stephanieperez8382]

Smart using gloves i got cut doing mine

[@sarahk.4931]

Oh no! I can imagine it would sting quite a bit. Thanks for watching!

[@filantrop2x]

1/4 cup per load? That's not enough. I use 1 whole cup, plus one liquid cup of detergent

[@qwentellamonigan8093]

I noticed you don't use baking soda. Why not?

[@sarahk.4931]

Good question! I notice a lot of others use it in their recipes as well. Might throw it in next time and see what I think. Thanks for watching!

[@15halerobert]

The soap would be even easier if you just chopped it small and put it in a food processor or blender and press a button

[@justinfisher5175]

I’m sorry but if you want the smell of gain use the beads, EVERYTHING else is not worth adding if using the gain just my opinion

[@sarahk.4931]

the Gain is my favorite! You can always omit any of the smelly stuff and just put in exactly what you want to control the scent. Thanks for watching!

[@ShannonShenanigans79]

I always cut myself..... How do you get the small pieces without slicing yourself lmao

[@albertperry221]

4:20 she talking specifically to the idiots who ate the tide pods

[@sarahk.4931]

🤣🤣🤣 Yup

[@voiceofclarity5585]

That's an awful lot of scents all together in one laundry mix. Good video though.

[@sarahk.4931]

It is a lot of scents for sure! I've found the scent decreases over time so it's not too overpowering once you start using it. Thanks for watching! :)

[@emerald1377]

Emerald

[@Olivia-nm7pr]

I don’t know my