Recipes from our Rampal Ambassadors

We asked our ambassadors to share their homemade laundry detergent secrets , and here's a glimpse of three homemade laundry detergent recipes shared by Krystel , the Mathieu family , and Marie-Laure . These recipes are simple, effective, and economical, while also being environmentally friendly thanks to the use of natural ingredients. Discover their tips and techniques for making your own laundry detergent, tailored to your needs.

Krystel's recipe:

For 1L of laundry detergent

• 1L of tap water
• 20g of Marseille soap flakes
• 1 tablespoon of baking soda
• 10 to 15 drops of true lavender, eucalyptus or lemon essential oil
• 1 old laundry detergent container of at least 1.5 L

Recipe from the Mathieu family:

Mathieu's Home Laundry Detergent

In the photo, I poured the laundry detergent into a ramekin; I personally store it in a black glass bottle, the kind used for olive oil, for better preservation over time.

Ingredients for 2.5L of laundry detergent:

• 100g of Marseille soap flakes ( depending on the soap you use, the color of the laundry detergent will change, and that's normal! )
• 2 tablespoons of baking soda
• 1 tbsp washing soda
• 2L of water

REALIZATION:

1. Heat the water in a saucepan and add the soap flakes; ( some flakes on the site have a scent, which makes the laundry smell even nicer every day! )
2. Mix until boiling and all the chips are melted;
3. Remove from heat and, once the mixture has cooled slightly, add the washing soda crystals and baking soda;
4. Allow to cool, stirring occasionally;
5. Pour the mixture into its container and it's ready.

PS : The container can be a beverage dispenser, it's more convenient for serving yourself!

Note for each wash:

• 1/2 glass of laundry detergent per load ( adjust according to the size of the machine, of course )
• For tough stains, pre-treat them with white Marseille soap, and if the stain persists, place the garment in the sun after washing; the sun is also a stain remover, so don't forget that!
• Always combine with fabric softener and white vinegar for best results.

Recipe by Marie Laure :

My homemade laundry detergent recipe

Today I'm taking part in the challenge by sharing my laundry detergent recipe with you. Tried and tested for over 10 years.

INGREDIENTS :

• 20g of baking soda
• 20g of soda crystals
• 40g of soap flakes ( Rampal Latour's, of course! )

And that's all!

The original recipe called for 2g of essential oil for fragrance, but the strongest essential oils are also the ones most likely to stain clothes, so I don't use them. My laundry detergent is therefore fragrance-free.

PREPARATION :

1. In a glass jar, layer the 3 ingredients;
2. When needed, melt the mixture in 550 ml of water over low heat. ( Be careful not to stir too vigorously to avoid boiling over.)
3. When the mixture is smooth, let it cool;
4. Pour into the container of your choice;
5. Shake before use.

Personally, I prepare a new jar as soon as I melt one, so the preparation is ready quickly.