Soap Nuts, Certified Organic - 8 oz (226g)

What are soap nuts? Soap nuts (aka soap berries) are a hypoallergenic and fragrance free alternative to chemical detergents and commercial laundry soaps. Great for sensitive skin, and leaves laundry clean, soft, and fresh. It is safe for all fabric types both synthetic and natural. Use for dedicates, silk, wool, cloth diapers & more.They can also be used in other places as alternatives to soap, such as washing the car or as a base for shampoos.Cloth bag not included.Species: Sapindus mukorossi Other names: Soapberry, washnut, Himalayan soapnutOrigin: India and Nepal. The nut is actually a berry forms a hard shell when dry. The shell contains a natural surfactant called saponin. Surfactants work by reducing the surface tension in the wash water. This helps release dirt and clean fabrics and surfaces. When the soap nut shell absorbs water, this surfactant is released. How to Use Soap Nuts for Laundry Use soap berries in laundry in lieu of standard detergents. Usually 1/2 cup of soap