1. Foaming Hand Soap
Ingredients:
1 cup soap flakes
3 litres of distilled water
How to make:
Bring 2 cups of the distilled water to a boil. Add the soap flakes and stir until completely dissolved and clear. Add the remaining water and mix well. Allow to cool. Add a few drops of essential oil if lightly scented soap is preferred (optional).
How to use:
Pour into a foaming dispenser. Store the remaining mixture in a well-labelled bottle in a cool place for refills.
2. Washing Jewellery
Ingredients:
1 tablespoon soap flakes
3–4 cups water
How to make:
Dissolve the soap flakes in hot or boiling water and allow the mixture to cool slightly.
How to use:
Soak rings, bracelets, or earrings for a few minutes. Use a soft toothbrush to gently remove dirt. Rinse thoroughly and dry with a clean cloth.
3. All-Purpose Cleaner
Ingredients:
1–2 tablespoons soap flakes
1 litre of distilled water
How to make:
Boil 2 cups of the water. Add soap flakes and stir until fully dissolved. Add the remaining water and mix well. Optional: add a few drops of essential oil for scent.
How to use:
Pour into a spray bottle and use for general surface cleaning around the home.
For sinks:
Sprinkle baking soda into the drain, leave for a few minutes, spray with the all-purpose cleaner, and scrub as usual.
4. Dish Soap
Ingredients:
1–2 tablespoons soap flakes
Warm water
Essential oil (optional)
Lemon peels (optional)
How to make:
Dissolve soap flakes in hot running water in the sink. Allow to cool slightly to a comfortable washing temperature.
How to use:
Wash cups and glasses first, then bowls and plates, and finally pots and pans. Rinse thoroughly.
5. Machine Laundry Wash
Ingredients:
1–2 tablespoons soap flakes
How to use:
Add directly to the washing machine drum with clothes. Wash as usual. Suitable for everyday loads and natural fibres.
6. Laundry Powder
Ingredients:
1 cup soap flakes
1 cup washing soda
How to make:
Blend or pulse briefly in a dry food processor until finely mixed. Store in an airtight container.
How to use:
Use 1–2 tablespoons per load. Suitable for clothes requiring gentle care. Optional: add a few drops of essential oil if desired.
7. Hand-Washing Delicate Fabrics
Ingredients:
1–2 tablespoons soap flakes
Warm water
How to make:
Dissolve the soap flakes in hot water, then allow to cool to lukewarm before use.
How to use:
Gently wash delicate fabrics, wool, or garments requiring extra care. Rinse thoroughly and lay flat to dry if needed.
8. Floor Cleaning
Ingredients:
1–3 teaspoons soap flakes
5–6 litres of hot water
How to make:
Dissolve soap flakes in hot water and stir until fully dissolved. Optional: add a few drops of essential oil.
How to use:
Mop floors as usual. Suitable for tiles, sealed timber, vinyl, and laminate. Always test on a small area first.
9. Bathroom Cleaning
Ingredients:
2–3 tablespoons soap flakes
Hot water
Baking soda (optional)
How to make:
Dissolve soap flakes in hot water and stir until clear. Optional: add essential oils for scent.
How to use:
Pour into a spray bottle and clean bathroom surfaces. For heavier cleaning, sprinkle flakes or baking soda onto surfaces, add water, and scrub gently.