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Large stockpot:

Three 1-gallon glass jar with pump dispensers (available on Amazon) (5-gallon heavy duty plastic buckets with a lid for storage work as well).

1. Grate the entire bar of soap into the stockpot over low heat.

2. Add 5 cups water and raise the heat to medium-high. Stir until the soap is dissolved.

3. Add the OxiClean and washing soda and mix until dissolved.

4. Remove from the heat and let cool for a few minutes.

5. Pour 1 quart hot water into each of the three containers.

6. Add 2 cups of the soap mixture and 30 drops of essential oil into each container. Stir, then add enough cool water to fill each container.

7. Let the mixture thicken overnight. (If using a plastic bucket, use the lid.)

8. Depending on whether you have a high-efficiency washer, use between ¼ and ½ cup per load.

Notes

Stir (if using a plastic bucket for storage) or shake (if storing in a glass bottle) before each use as the detergent may get lumpy or gelatinize.

Also, in case you were wondering, the nonprofit watchdog Environmental Working Group gives both Arm & Hammer Super Washing Soda and OxiClean Baby Stain Remover an “A” grade because they have virtually no associated toxic risks. The known ingredients are sodium carbonate peroxide and sodium carbonate, which are both very safe and effective at removing stains.

DIY Indulgence

This homemade chocolate candy is super yummy and will help satisfy that sweet tooth in a healthy way!

Supplies

Small glass bowl for mixing.

Cupcake liner, muffin tin, or silicone candy mold.

1. Mix all the ingredients in a glass bowl until smooth.

2. Pour the mixture into a cupcake liner, muffin tin, or silicone candy mold and refrigerate until hard (about 30 minutes). Enjoy!