Sunday, July 7, 2013

Homemade Dishwashing Detergent

I have been using a dishwashing detergent that is a good one and is free of the nasty chemicals that can harm you and the environment called Wave by Earth Friendly Products.  I use the free and Clear.  But I wanted to see if there was an even safer, and let's face it cheaper, alternative.  I decided to try and make my own.

I started with Citric Acid.  It's the same thing used for canning and can be found on the canning area of the grocery store.  I used 1 1/2 Cup.  I mixed in 1 1/2 Cup of Super Washing Soda, which I already have to make my laundry detergent.  1/2 Cup baking Soda, which I use to clean EVERYTHING.  And 1/2 Cup Sea Salt, I used coarse for better cleaning.  I mixed them all together and gave it a shot.  I put in 1 tablespoon.  I was shocked.  The dishes came out amazing!  The glasses were super sparkly.

For ALOT less than I was paying for dishwashing soap I now will be making my own.  I love knowing exactly what the ingredients are!

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