try some soapnuts

jumblejack

Soap Nuts are a gentle and effective chemical-free cleanser, and as a liquid, can be used as a purifying shampoo.
To make the liquid, add 6-8 whole shells to 6cups water, boil and then simmer for 30 minutes. Strain the nuts and pour into an appropriate container.
Use this liquid as you would your regular shampoo.
Pour a 1:1 solution of vinegar and water in a spray bottle, and use as conditioner.
Rinse well and dry as usual.
Continue using Soap Nuts as your shampoo and you should see visible results in a few months.
Also consider adding a few drops of tea tree oil to make your shampoo a tea tree shampoo.


I have been browsing for a totally natural shampoo and am horrified by the prices. Found these recipes today and will be trying them out later!!:j

lilian1977

Just used my sample for a wash and as far as I can tell they were great! Waiting till BF gets home though for a final opinion...!

Andy2342

harryharp wrote: »

Someone mentioned the smell...it has a really unusual smell, but after a while I grew to really like it in a weird sort of way.

I heard the smell was a bit like nappies but I guess you can used to anything in time, might give em a go.

harryharp

Andy2342 wrote: »

I heard the smell was a bit like nappies but I guess you can used to anything in time, might give em a go.

Yes, it's quite acidic!

Maybeanotherday

What a brilliant post thankyou :0 Ive always fancied trying these but have been unsure about using them. thanks :money:

InfamyInfamy

Thanks! Have sent for mine!
:j

sher60

Thanks, just sent for mind. I just hope the envelope I sent was the right size as I haven't a clue as to what size a DL envelope is?!

IamJen

TorrestheGreat wrote: »

This is unreal. Are people seriously thinking that these are 'green'? 100g of soapnuts has the carbon footprint equivalent to driving a 4x4 30 miles

If you're going to make claims like this, you need to back it up with facts, and..

- post the carbon footprints for more traditional laundry soaps

- consider how long 100g of soapnuts lasts compared to 100g/ml of other soap

- take into account the other environmental effects of other soaps

The self-righteous tone is not appreciated.

kim_ley

Andy2342 wrote: »

I heard the smell was a bit like nappies but I guess you can used to anything in time, might give em a go.

Some people add things with them such as lavender oil

Lolabelle_3

:TThank you kim_ley for this great post. I have just applied for the sample through paypal. I can't use fabric softner because of OH's sensitive skin so will be delighted if they make things softer too.

Bonus is I feel 'greener' too :A