http://www.laundrytree.com Thu, 02 Oct 2008 23:36:35 +0000 http://backend.userland.com/rss092 en All of our essential oils are 100% pure and undiluted. Caution should be exercised when using essential oils as they are highly concentrated and in aromatherapy are rarely used in an undiluted form for safety reasons. Also, as they are very strong, not very much is needed to have the desired ... http://www.laundrytree.com/archives/63 My husband was telling a Brazilian co-worker about soapnuts. When he was done, he man said, "No chemicals?" "Nope," my husband said. "Nothing extra?" the man asked. "Nope," my husband said. "And they grow on trees? Just like that?" the man asked. "Yep," my husband said. "And they work?" the man asked. "Really, really well," my husband said. "Ahhhh!" ... http://www.laundrytree.com/archives/57 Did you know that there's a FRUIT you can use in your wash to get your laundry clean? It's true! Soapnuts are the fruit of a tree (Sapindus Mukorossi), found primarily in India, Indonesia, and Nepal. They are harvested, de-seeded, and then dried in the sun -- and that's it ... http://www.laundrytree.com/archives/55 Foam Pump Bottles These Foam Pump Bottles are manufactured by Airspray, Inc. and have the same patented foam pump mechanism as the one used in products by Alberto Culver, Avon, Jergens, Neutrogena, Unilever, Mary Kay and Johnson & Johnson, sold in catalogs and by Pampered Chef. Choosing Your Liquid Soap The bottles are ... http://www.laundrytree.com/archives/54 Soapnuts are an amazing, 100% natural cleaning product. Despite their name, they aren't actually nuts – they're the fruit of a tree (Sapindus Mukorossi), found primarily in India, Indonesia, and Nepal. Their outer shell contains saponin, a natural substance known for its ability to cleanse and wash -- so they ... http://www.laundrytree.com/archives/47 Soapnut Soak can safely replace many household chemicals: window cleaner, bathroom cleaner, kitchen cleaner, floor cleaner, multi-purpose cleaner, liquid hand soap, delicate laundry soap, and even shampoo! It's nearly effortless, and the results are so useful and economical! In a heavy saucepan with a lid, add four cups of water and 7 - 8 soapnuts. Bring ... http://www.laundrytree.com/archives/27 To wash in cold water, use 1/4 to 1/2 cup of Soapnut Soak, (depending on how soiled the load is). Add it directly in the washing machine. For heavily soiled laundry, more Soapnut Soak can be safely used. http://www.laundrytree.com/archives/28 You can make your own Soapnut Shampoo using Soapnut Soak! This solution will leave your hair feeling soft and clean!  Mix Soapnut Soak with 10 to 15% of your favorite shampoo. Use the mixed solution to wash your hair. Use an old shampoo bottle to hold your new Soapnut Shampoo, or, if you want to ... http://www.laundrytree.com/archives/29 Wash chemical sprays and pesticides away with this simple mixture of Soapnut Soak and water. In a bowl, add 1/2 cup of Soapnut Soak to 2 cups of water. Soak your fruits and vegetables in the mix, or pour it into a spray bottle and spray them instead. Always rinse food well before eating. http://www.laundrytree.com/archives/30 Fill a spray bottle with 1 cup of water, 1 tablespoon of vinegar and 1 tablespoon of Soapnut Soak. Spray and wipe windows or mirrors clean. Remove any streaks with a dry cloth or wadded-up sheet of newspaper. http://www.laundrytree.com/archives/31