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@Frankfan1313

3 жыл бұрын

On average how many loads can I get out of this recipe? Just trying to see if i can afford the 45$ soap

@MrSurfferchik

3 жыл бұрын

I have one question... if you are dissolving the salt why does the size of the grains matter? Thank you for helping inform the world about the dangers of everyday used items🙌🥰

@FiatVTua333

2 жыл бұрын

Great, awesome recipe!! I love the fragrance, too. How much do we need to use per load?

@angelbenavides7917

Жыл бұрын

How much laundry detergent will I need per load please. Thank you

@ddzcurls

Жыл бұрын

Very watery, but I’m going to try it and see how it works

Thank you! Finally someone that explains how these products are toxic! I appreciate it, very helpful!

@MyMerryMessyGermanLife

3 жыл бұрын

thank you! Glad it helped you and thanks for taking your time to leave a nice comment!

@azadkhawaja

Жыл бұрын

Is this home made detergent good for exzema?

@ellerythe8th

Жыл бұрын

@@azadkhawaja can’t hurt to try. Regular stuff is so harsh. I would skip anything with borax powder in any recipe. And Castile soap, like Dr bronners, can be strong-so pick the baby kind? Maybe update, too, bc I’ll bet lots of folks come here for same reasons

This is wonderful and so informative. A lot of Pinterest recipes are full of chemicals. If you’re going to DIY it makes sense to make it non toxic. Love the labels with recipes. Thieves detergent scent seems to stay. One thing I do is add clove and cinnamon EO to wool dryer balls. Those warm scents seem to hang on. People are always asking my kiddos what mom uses to wash their clothes. :) I’m definitely using this recipe as well.

@VeronikaCheb

2 жыл бұрын

Wow, never thought to put cloves & cinnamon EO in my wool drying balls, thanks for the tip, I will definitely try

Just subscribed!! Trying to detox everything in my life. I used to make my own detergent years ago but got away from it, but now is the time to restart not only this but other things like body wash, shampoos, lotions etc. Thank you for this information!! 🤗

@MyMerryMessyGermanLife

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you so much! The journey is fun, hope you enjoy the ride to detoxing your home!

@Chaos-mc9is

Жыл бұрын

Wonderful just wonderfull

The Sal suds had sulfate that mentioned twice in its ingredients though. But still better than many other laundry soap.

I would suggest using a leak-proof pitcher so that you can shake the pitcher to re-incorporate the ingredients.

I love your laundry and dish soap recipes!

I love what you're teaching everyone. I'm allergic to sulfates and I have a undiagnosed skin issue ( I haven't seen a dermatologist yet) so I'm definitely going to watch your channel. 😊

- 6cups lukewarm- hot water. - 4 tbs kosher salt (large granules will thicken soap) - 2 cups of dr bronners soap

@meganthefreespirit7593

2 жыл бұрын

I was looking for this .. Thanks

@debbieduggan6796

2 жыл бұрын

Pretty sure she said 2-1/4 cup Sal Suds

@blueazucena1

Жыл бұрын

How much is used per load?

@jmain13

Жыл бұрын

@@blueazucena1 Oh sorry about that! It’s 1/3 cup for a regular load in an HE washer.

You do an awesome job making your videos and marketing as well. This is my first time watching your channel. You are a true blessing ma'am.

I just had a horrible experience with Tie laundry detergent. Woke up in the middle of the night gasping for air. I literally felt like I was being strangled. After this horrible experience I don’t want to use any of those toxic detergents anymore. Thank god I found this video 😊

@cherylwilber9648

2 жыл бұрын

I am highly allergic to many popular laundry detergents. Tide is the worst. I'm so sensitive to it I can tell by being close to someone if they use it on their clothes. Bounce, Downy, Snuggle are just as bad. When my neighbors are doing laundry I can't sit outside because it will trigger an asthma attack from the vapors in the air.

@dinarusso3320

Жыл бұрын

I understand everyone is different, but Tide has never bothered my sensitive skin, actually it's the cheaper budget brands like Foca and Purex that gives me hives.

@deniserichardson5678

10 ай бұрын

You may want to get a sleep study. Waking suddenly during the night sounds like an episode of sleep apnea. Or, could be an allergic reaction to the detergent, but I would check anyway!

Thank you sooo much! I am making this as soon as I get all products delivered. You are great!

What a fantastic and informative video. You just got a new subscriber. God bless you.

@MyMerryMessyGermanLife

2 жыл бұрын

Well thank you! God bless you, too.

My goodness. I just found your channel, and I love it! Thanks for your wonderful channel!!!

How much do you use per load? Thanks!! I'm definitely going to make this.

@cherileerogers1650

Жыл бұрын

For HE washers: 1/4 cup, top loaders: 1/2 cup.

@aurorasoliz3059

10 ай бұрын

Thank you

I’m so blessed to find your channel I started a clean home journey a year ago is been tough and I saldo agree with adding essential oil on the washer it fades yes it does is a waste I’ve found better Smell results using wool dryer balls and adding oil to them

One of the main ingredients in Sal Suds is SLS (sodium laurel sulfate) and it's known to be a skin, lung, and eye irritant. You said you avoid commercial detergents because they contain sulfates and then added sulfates to your recipe. I'm confused.

@mikecelena6403

Жыл бұрын

She doesn’t reply to this ??

@lauranewman564

Жыл бұрын

Sodium lauryl sulfate differs from sodium laureth sulfate. The label on sal suds explains better than I can.

@allisonberner5042

Жыл бұрын

I’m wondering if people don’t realize it’s an ingredient in sal suds. Because it marketed as safe and sold by Dr Bronners, I was VERY surprised just to find that out for myself just a few days ago.

@dinarusso3320

Жыл бұрын

I understand but if people insist on using diy laundry liquid, sal suds is a DETERGENT not a soap. Modern washing machines are made for detergent.

@dinarusso3320

Жыл бұрын

And it's still probably not as toxic as store bought detergent, to each their own.

Hi everyone ☺️. I just find your you tube channel because I love Kirsten and Jureg s you tube channel and saw the cute 2 video with Kristen . I just love your cute family and videos about the Germany life etc. I wish you a good health , and happy life where ever you go or you are . All the best to you guys . Livia From Canada

@MyMerryMessyGermanLife

Жыл бұрын

Thank you so much, Livia!

How much of the mixture do I use per load. I can’t wait to try it. Thank you!🙌🤗

@AngelaBertelli

11 ай бұрын

I have the same question.

@sandibroad4099

11 ай бұрын

@@AngelaBertelli I found it in a comment. 1/4 cup for hE and 1/2 for regular. I did the hE and my clothes were clean. 🤗

Awesomeness, thank you, will try this! Hopefully my husband will like it! Need to order all of the products first. 😅

Just made this! It was so easy 😊

@leslienavarrete2869

2 күн бұрын

Does it clean clothes well ?

WOW! Awesome video. Very informative 👍🏾

@MyMerryMessyGermanLife

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you!

God blessuuuu from indiaaa

I've never used home laundry soap. I use unscented bought from the store or Tide. Looking to remove toxicity of my home.

People need to wake up and realize this truth!!!

Hi! I just read the ingredients of sal suds and it contains sulfates. How is this any different from the rest of the sulfates you describe?

Sal Suds have sulfates. But you can use the other surfactants in the product, separately, they are derived from coconut.

Nice and easy!

I’ve made a different laundry soap and it dulled my clothes and my towels lost there absorbency. What makes this different? Is Sal suds considered a soap or detergent?

@erinelliott1928

3 жыл бұрын

I just saw a video about that same issue. If you do get a response, I would love to know.

Would like to know how this affects washers compared to other DIY products. I did not know this until recently, but most DIY laundry soaps (Zote) are only good for handwashing with scrub boards and will ruin machinery over time, voiding any warranties. It you are going to use industrial machinery, you have to use it with products made for the purpose. So, do you know whether Sal Suds fits the bill on that one?

@copperhousefarm4794

Жыл бұрын

You should contact your Washing machine manufacturer and Dr. Bronners.

Thank you for explaining just how toxic the store-bought detergents are. It’s terrifying when you realize all of these carcinogens and chemicals are in these products that we use every day. I’m glad people are beginning to wake up to the corporate corruption. Any small thing I can do to cut some of these corporations out of my life I will gladly do. Making your own cleaning products and body soaps out of natural products is a great first step.

Jesus loves you 💓 thanks for the recipe!

Instead of sal suds, can i use something else?

lovely. thank you so much

Love this

Hello nice video thank you. Just wondering how much would you use in a single wash just say for a full load of washing

@josephinealanis9870

9 ай бұрын

Im also concerned about the SLS in Sal Suds. I bought it so that I could make the dishwashing liquid. I liked the dishwashing liquid that I made. After reading the ingredients on the Sal Suds bottle. I am not so sure anymore.

Thank you

How much product do you add to a full load of wash?

@kimberlygould5659

Жыл бұрын

Never answered☹️. I had the same question

Thank you!!

Nice!!! Thank you so much!

Thank you so much!

Can I use epsom salt instead of kosher salt?

I’ve done this and it’s great but why does my glass pitcher get so rusty after a few months anyway to stop this ?

I love how simple this recipe is. Curious how you came up with it and why you don’t use common ingredients such as borax and washing soda?

@lorisfagan6955

Жыл бұрын

I just ran into your video other people use borax and washing soda you did not say how much to use per load and where to purchase DrBonners soap Thank you

@jaredday4404

8 ай бұрын

@@lorisfagan6955 She answered this question below. 1/3 cup. I had the same question. 🙂

I live in Spain, i know for a fact that i cant get those components to make this green detergent, could you recommend alternatives which would be readily available, thanks

Video starts at 05:55

my concern is that salsuds has Sodium lauryl sulfates (SLS) in the ingredients. I bought SalSuds after watching your video, but after reading the ingredients on Sal Suds bottle how is (SLS) not toxic? I looked at the EWG and they are saying borax and SLS is not good for you. I did make your recipe and have to say the dishwashing soap came out incredible. II really liked your receipe. 'm just concerned now on the SAL SUDs. What are your thoughts. Maybe I need to do further research.

@sussettetorres9185

5 ай бұрын

SLS is in our Sal Suds all purpose cleaner, and here’s what we say about it on the bottle: Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) is a surfactant that cuts grease and dirt, generates copious suds, and biodegrades quickly and completely. SLS is made by combining a sulfate group with lauryl alcohol from coconut oil, then attaching sodium. If improperly formulated, SLS can irritate skin, but our superb formula uses coco-betaine and lauryl glucoside to counter this. Sal Suds is a mild, synthetic detergent, not a body care product. SLS does not, and never has, appeared in any of our soaps since the saponified vegetable oils in our Castile Soaps are much, much better for our skin, and can be certified organic. SLS is synthesized (read “man made” or “processed”) even though it does have a coconut base.

Thank you for sharing. 😊

I came by your video while looking for some non-toxic dishwasher soap and have watched a few of your great videos. Thank you so much for all the information. Have you found an equivalent to Sal Suds in Germany as we are heading to continental Europe sometime soon?

@MyMerryMessyGermanLife

2 жыл бұрын

I haven't looked for an alternative here, because I haven't needed to. It's really awesome because here in the EU, products are much safer and MUCH cheaper. I can get a nontoxic cleaner for just a few euros!

@shilpamizzi7593

2 жыл бұрын

@@MyMerryMessyGermanLife Thank you for your quick reply. Any specific brands? And yes, Europe has stricter regulations for these products so we are happy.

Hi I've recently discovered your channel. Love ❤ all the information you provide, such an amazing resource. My daughter is expecting, and she is going to use cloth diapers. Will this keep them white. Or do you have a suggestion.

@MyMerryMessyGermanLife

3 жыл бұрын

Hi Deidre! So happy to have you here. No this one won't remove stains. I have a stain remover video here on the channel. But also she can add Hydrogen Peroxide to the wash to help reduce stains. The best thing to do is to wash out the stain right away, spray the stain remover on it, and then wash in the next wash. Here's my stain remover video - kzread.info/dash/bejne/hYqnyrqAf5aTj6g.html

Hello, how much do you use per load? Is it the “regular” used in store bought detergents. I’m making this tomorrow. Thanks.

@susylopez9308

3 жыл бұрын

For anyone interested, I’ve learned you need no more than a 1/4 cup for a load. Half of that if it’s a small load (HE washing machine). I’ve also learn you can use 2 tablespoons of sal suds alone which is 1 3/4 caps. I’ve done that as well. Both ways work well.

@trishabrown8958

2 жыл бұрын

Thank you for this

@FiatVTua333

2 жыл бұрын

@@susylopez9308 thank you. I like the idea of adding water and salt to make it last longer.👍

Thanks for sharing 🌻

Really want to try this, the only thing holding me back is: does this recipe have any issues clogging the pipes of washing machines over prolonged usage? And how does the detergent perform on whites?

How much should you use at a time?

@MyMerryMessyGermanLife

Жыл бұрын

1/3 or 1/4 of a cup per load 😄

Okay I watched 2x and didn’t catch it! How much of this liquid soap do we use for our loads? Small, reg or large?

@MyMerryMessyGermanLife

Жыл бұрын

Oh sorry about that! It’s 1/3 cup for a regular load in an HE washer.

I love sal suds.

Hello Thank you for your video I was wondering if you have a substitute for salt to thicken the detergent Because if we recycle our grey water, we need to avoid salt Thank you for your time 😊

@MyMerryMessyGermanLife

Жыл бұрын

Hi! I don’t know if a good substitute, but you don’t need it for the recipe to work well. It’ll be a thinner consistency but that doesn’t affect the performance. So I’d just take out the salt.

@TheUchoob

Жыл бұрын

Xanthium gum pinch by pinch

@aliciataylor9790

Жыл бұрын

Just use smaller amounts of straight dr. Bronners....let washing machine do the diluting!

Thank You ❤ Subscribed

Personal question? Are you a henna head, it looks wonderful!

I missed how much of this detergent to use per load.

ty!

Thank you so much for this recipe. Much obliged.

I'm curios of the shelf life using water without a preservative? Or, could a preservative be used? Thanks!!!

👏👏👏 Thank youuu

What to know about using soap- will it leave soap scum residue on the machine and clothes? What to use? Apple cider or white vinegar? Any thoughts?

I just found this recipe and it looks like a great alternative to the DIY recipes on youtube! Just a question though, would I be able to safely mix/melt in a laundry booster like borax or washing soda, or even oxi clean? I live in a complex where we can only wash with cold water and I neeeeeed all the boosts I can get to clean our messy family's clothes! So throwing them in as powders is not an option

@cherylwilber9648

2 жыл бұрын

I make homemade laundry soap using a Fels Naptha bar (grated) laundry soda and borax. I add it to water in a stock pot and dissolve over low heat until all is mixed well. This works great in cold water washes.

@malihak7070

Жыл бұрын

@@cherylwilber9648 naphtha has carcinogen

How much goes in the washer?

@my Merry messy German life .I have a qwestion have u used felths naphtha and zote bars soap and what's you're thought on them are they safe

Someone else is using “arm and hammer laundry booster” (unknown here in the Netherlands). Is that good?

Recipe 5:55

What makes the sal suds much more stronger and concentrated than Castile soap? Thanks for this very informative video.

@MyMerryMessyGermanLife

3 жыл бұрын

Great question! It's a stronger surfactant - it suds up WAY more than Castile Soap so it is better able to grab ahold of particles and remove them. Castile Soap is much better for using as a hand and body soap.

@crackers1039

2 жыл бұрын

@@MyMerryMessyGermanLife Sals is great for DIY cleaning. I’ll have to subscribe and see if you have cleaning product recipes. I’m new here.

@flyingsteel

Жыл бұрын

@@MyMerryMessyGermanLifeis there an alternative to Sal Suds? I’m concerned about the SLS in this product.

@josephinealanis9870

9 ай бұрын

@josephinealanis9870 0 seconds ago Im also concerned about the SLS in Sal Suds. I bought it so that I could make the dishwashing liquid. I liked the dishwashing liquid that I made. After reading the ingredients on the Sal Suds bottle. I am not so sure anymore

Did I miss something about how much to use per load?

How much do you use to wash a load of clothes?

@MyMerryMessyGermanLife

Жыл бұрын

1/3 cup 🙂

Thank you souch fo this. Do you know if this is "high efficiency"? Thank you

@MyMerryMessyGermanLife

3 жыл бұрын

Yes, it is!

Does anyone know if this is safe for he washers?

Hi I like your videos. Dr Bonner Sal Suds available in US, I'm in UK. What can I use instead of sal suds? Thank you

@TheUchoob

Жыл бұрын

Washing soda.. Better

Hi! Video was very informative. Is this detergent recipe hard on the clothes at all? I have heard that other products like borax and or baking soda can wear out the clothes.

@gracegwozdz8185

Жыл бұрын

I've been using Borax and Washing Soda for years and never seen any damage on my high quality clothes made of natural fibers.

@tuss1252

Жыл бұрын

Baking soda softens water.

Can i replace sal suds in castile soap to make it more natural?

@dinarusso3320

Жыл бұрын

Soap is not a detergent. The sal suds is a detergent and works similar to actual laundry detergent for modern washing machines. Soap will cause build up and keep soap scum in your laundry over time.

Thanks for the video. Did I miss how much of the recipe you should use per load? I know with powdered DIY's most people say 1-2 tablespoons. Is it the same for the liquid??

@bmac6426

Жыл бұрын

I need to know also

@bmac6426

Жыл бұрын

!-2 TBLS ????

@mickiegeorge864

Жыл бұрын

@@bmac6426 Thank You!! 🥰

I too am looking for how much to use per load?? Did anyone get an answer to that question?

How much do i use per load?

I have course sea salt. Will that do?

Dr Bronner's sal suds has SLS and SLES wich are also toxic and can come from petroleum products

@sussettetorres9185

5 ай бұрын

SLS is in our Sal Suds all purpose cleaner, and here’s what we say about it on the bottle: Sodium Lauryl Sulfate (SLS) is a surfactant that cuts grease and dirt, generates copious suds, and biodegrades quickly and completely. SLS is made by combining a sulfate group with lauryl alcohol from coconut oil, then attaching sodium. If improperly formulated, SLS can irritate skin, but our superb formula uses coco-betaine and lauryl glucoside to counter this. Sal Suds is a mild, synthetic detergent, not a body care product. SLS does not, and never has, appeared in any of our soaps since the saponified vegetable oils in our Castile Soaps are much, much better for our skin, and can be certified organic. SLS is synthesized (read “man made” or “processed”) even though it does have a coconut base.

Hello choose 3 of the following ingredients for me to combine to make an effective powdered laundry detergent: 1. Baking soda 2. Washing soda 3. Borax 4. Oxiclean versatile stain remover

@krazyfoever

2 жыл бұрын

Can you please give ratio how many cups of each?

@Baileys.small.engine.repair

2 жыл бұрын

@@krazyfoever this isn't something I'm recommending I'm asking a question

How much do you use? For example, a load of towels for a family of 4? Thank you.

@jmain13

Жыл бұрын

Oh sorry about that! It’s 1/3 cup for a regular load in an HE washer.

Hello, the video is very informative. I have a question, I am not able to get sal suds as it is unavailable in India. Could you suggest me something else which I can use and is available and non toxic? Also can you post a video on how to make a detergent powder instead of going for detergent liquid? Love from India🇮🇳

@MyMerryMessyGermanLife

3 жыл бұрын

Hello! Wonderful to have you here. I hope we can visit India one day! Yes so if you can't get Sal Suds, do you have a natural hand dish soap you can buy there? That would work.

@MyMerryMessyGermanLife

3 жыл бұрын

Also, I do have a video on how to make powered laundry detergent! Check it out here - kzread.info/dash/bejne/jJiXsLaSmd2pmMo.html

@patnapkbok

3 жыл бұрын

@@MyMerryMessyGermanLife Ah! We would be happy If you Visit India one day. Don’t you think taking dishwash soap would be toxic, because there’s no natural dishwash soap.

How much do you use per load???

Your recipe looks simple and easy, but I have no clue how much to " NOT USE" 😄. I hate when i use too much and then you end up with a film on your hands if they're wet. I love your pitcher too, might have to get one. One other thing, I love the idea of the labels and the recipe on the other side, but I'm kinda not into the flowers, I'd like a simple black and white label. Can you create a simple one for those of us non flower people? New home, new simple decor. Thanks so much for sharing.😘

Hi how does this compare to using Sal suds neat as it says on the bottle ?

@MyMerryMessyGermanLife

3 жыл бұрын

You'll end up wasting Sal Suds as it's super concentrated, but I guess you could use just a little bit and it might be similar. This recipe makes it so that it's very thick and easier to pour.

@GK-qb2hm

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you 😊 that’s great 👍🏼 I was concerned I was using it quickly.

How much do you use on a load? I'm sorry if you said and I missed it. Thank you.

How much do I need for 1 load?

Just use clear bowls so people can see it . Also is it safe for He machines ? How much do u use each time for one load ? Thanks

@MyMerryMessyGermanLife

3 жыл бұрын

I use about 1/3 of a cup per load in an HE machine.

@winnielott5240

3 жыл бұрын

@@MyMerryMessyGermanLife Thank you ! You are awesome ! Such a superwoman ! I don’t know when you get the time to do all this with those handsome guys you got ! I just have one more than you and they are all grown up now . Thank you and continue to do these and praying you get your own “ camera man or men “ in the near future . Have a glorious day ! 🙏😊

Ummm wonder what hair dye she uses😊

Does anyone know if Epsom salts would work?

How much do you put in the w ashing machine? 1/4 cup?

I believe this detergent recipe is not for HE machine. The Sal Sud will clog up the tubes. I would put 1/2 cup of Sal Sud instead of 2 cups.

@blueazucena1

Жыл бұрын

Have you tried this recipe only using the 1/2 cup of Sal Suds? How did it work?

Hi thanks for this. So useful. I'm not in USA so we don't have Dr Bonner, but I've just bought some sapone di marsiglia flakes. Do you know how much I would use to substitute the amount of detergent you used here? many thanks

@MyMerryMessyGermanLife

2 жыл бұрын

I don’t - I’m not sure how they differ. I’d make a very small batch and experiment!

@dinarusso3320

Жыл бұрын

Be careful putting soap in your washing machine, it can make build up in your machine and your clothes.

Can be used in washing machine????

Can you share with us which reverse osmosis unit you have. Thank you so much!

@MyMerryMessyGermanLife

2 жыл бұрын

Hi! I think it was a GE one from Home Depot. Sorry, we’ve moved so I can’t check for you!

How much do you use per load and what size load????