Egluntyne Posted August 12, 2006 Share Posted August 12, 2006 I continue to be very impressed. (I am using the powder) I don't know if I am still in the Honeymoon Phase that we all experience when trying something new, but: 1. The washing does not smell of anything, which I like. I am not into pseudo vanilla and ylang ylang etc. 2. It is noticeably soft, but not in that slightly sticky way caused by fabric conditioners. 3. I am convinced that the clothes crease less AND need less ironing anyway. 4. White sports socks seem cleaner on the sole. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted August 12, 2006 Share Posted August 12, 2006 Are you using the nuts or the powder Egluntine? I've got the powder but haven't used it yet. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted August 12, 2006 Share Posted August 12, 2006 Powder Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted August 13, 2006 Share Posted August 13, 2006 What's the pricing like on the powder? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted August 13, 2006 Share Posted August 13, 2006 Prices as follows: 100 gram pot£3.00 + p&p 200 gram packet£4.75 + p&p 400 gram packets£8.75 + p&p 600 gram packets£12.75 + p&p 800 gram packets£16.75 + p&p 1 Kg packets£20.50 + p&p Larger quantities - Price on application. P&P according to weight and destination. You only have to use 1-2 teaspoonsfuls per wash so it goes a long way. www.soapnut.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted August 14, 2006 Share Posted August 14, 2006 Hmm, I might try that, do they do samples of the powder? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted August 14, 2006 Share Posted August 14, 2006 Don't think so. You could email them on soapnut@cedarcottage.co.uk. I can send you a bit if they won't oblige. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted August 14, 2006 Share Posted August 14, 2006 Thanks for that Egluntine, will do Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myles Posted October 2, 2006 Share Posted October 2, 2006 Right i've decided to give these ago. I've ordered some nuts, nut pieces and lavender oil. I'm hoping to replace washing powder and shower gel and liquid hand soap. Lets see Anne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Linda Posted October 2, 2006 Share Posted October 2, 2006 Do post back with your findings. I'd be interested in how they perform. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
bekibutton Posted October 9, 2006 Share Posted October 9, 2006 My mother's just bought a bag of soapnuts recently as a result of reading Imperfectly Natural Woman by Janey Lee Grace, and also cos I mentioned that there was a discussion on here. She's totally hooked already! They're so easy to use (even I can manage it) and they give the clothes a lovely clean 'non-smell', if that makes any sense! We've already whizzed up some of the older soapnuts into a hand soap which is really good too! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merryn Posted October 13, 2006 Share Posted October 13, 2006 Can you give me a recipe for a liquid hand soap, Anne? I would love to make my own as everything has that awful sodium laureth sulfate in it. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myles Posted October 13, 2006 Share Posted October 13, 2006 Hi Merryn, mine were only delivered on thursday. So far i've boiled up 100g of soap nuts with 500ml of water and rosemary, after boiling gently for ten minutes i strained the liquor into a glass bottle, Then i wizzed the solids in a processor and added more water and re boiled, then repeated the straining.. The mixture is still sat on the kitchen side, i'm pondering on how to thicken it slightly, maybe gelatine or arrowroot . The liquid is very runny, but i have washed up with it, it seems quite good but i didn't wash anything really dirty, only my soap making stuff, i've also washed my hands and it's very nice and leaves your skin feeling soft. Today i popped into Boots and bought some lemon and orange oil to scent some with, i've already got lavender and tea tree. So plenty to play with. Tomorrow i plan to do some clothes washing, so we'll see how that goes, i'll keep you posted Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myles Posted October 19, 2006 Share Posted October 19, 2006 Right just a quick post (my last one disappeared ) i've thickened my liquid soap with arrowroot, it worked really well. Anne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted January 30, 2007 Share Posted January 30, 2007 Am reviving this thread because.... ........a Lakeland leaflet arrived today and it has Soapnuts and Liquid Soapnuts advertised as the latest "Green" item for sale for those who are interested. Having said that, I have abandoned them as although they did leave things soft, they didn't get them clean enough for me....and after a few weeks, things smelt musty. Back to the drawing board. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheilaz Posted January 30, 2007 Share Posted January 30, 2007 ......Back to the drawing board. .... or the washboard? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted January 30, 2007 Share Posted January 30, 2007 ......Back to the drawing board. .... or the washboard? oh...very good Sheila!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
myles Posted January 31, 2007 Share Posted January 31, 2007 Eglutine, I do a few loads of washing with them, then give my clothes a boost with biological powder. About five to one ratio, i also have kept using fabric conditioner because i feel they are clean because they smell nice. I think my washing looks just as clean. I won't be returning to all bio washing. Anne Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Egluntyne Posted January 31, 2007 Share Posted January 31, 2007 Thanks Myles...I might give that a try as I've still got some left. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 1, 2007 Share Posted February 1, 2007 I have been doing similar to Anne. Soapnuts for all the washes one week and Ecover liquid for all the washes the following week. That way I feel everything gets a good wash regularly. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
