Most popular commercial laundry detergents contain phosphates, ammonia, naphthalene, phenol, optical brighteners, artificial fragrances, EDTA, etc. These chemicals can cause rashes, itching, allergic reactions and sinus problems, as well as have long-term toxic effects on the environment.

Nature’s Alternative.  Soap Nuts are a versatile cleaning product that are 100% natural, eco-friendly and biodegradable. When combined with water in your washing machine, Soap Nuts release natural saponins that act as surfactants, helping water bind with dirt and grime, lifting particles away from clothing in the same way that laundry detergent does … without the need for synthetic chemicals.

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Botanical name: Sapindus Mukorossi
Family name: Sapindaceae
Common name: “Soap Nut” or “Wash Nut”
Habitat: Grows throughout India and Nepal in the lower forests

While there are several types of “Soap Nut” trees, the shells we import come from Sapindus Mukrossi (North India/Himalayas). These are not to be confused with Sapindus Trifoliatus (South India), which produces a much smaller, darker nut. The fruit of the sapindus are sticky and golden in colour during harvesting, changing to reddish-brown when dried into halved shells.

Great for Your Skin
Soap Nuts are hypoallergenic, gentle on the skin and naturally antibacterial and antifungal. The Soap Nut has been traditionally used in India to reduce the symptoms of psoriasis, eczema and other skin conditions. Soap Nuts are also used extensively in Ayurvedic Medicine.

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