Comments on: Use caution when making DIY laundry detergent

By: funnyaboutmoney1

funnyaboutmoney1 — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 13:22:39 +0000

Apparently lot's of people have no problem with it. But check out what Wikipedia has to say about the stuff.

By: Jupiter

Jupiter — Tue, 07 Apr 2009 12:10:01 +0000

I have REALLY sensitive skin and have never had any problems using fels naptha! I do (well,used to) use Ivory or other gentle soaps to make detergent for washing baby clothes in,though.

By: JB

JB — Thu, 26 Mar 2009 13:34:29 +0000

My first batch of laundry soap with Fels Naptha gave me no problems, but since making the second batch (months ago) I’ve had a persistent rash on my legs. I kept telling myself it COULDN’T be the detergent since there’s ONLY 3 INGREDIENTS, but I didn’t think to look at what the soap actually contained. Next time I make it, I’ll try a bar of Ivory instead, & see if that helps.

By: Keri R.

Keri R. — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 14:39:36 +0000

I have been using Ivory soap and it works great. My laundry detergent recipe is a little different than the washing soda one. Check it out its a few posts down in my blog. I have found that ivory soap is so soft that it grates easily with a regular box grater.

By: Mrs. Modern Tightwad

Mrs. Modern Tightwad — Wed, 25 Mar 2009 05:01:06 +0000

I’m making diy detergent, but already had a bar of Dr. Bronner’s Castile soap set aside. I always wanted Peppermint Laundry Soap! Thanks for the tip, sometimes even homemade isn’t home-healthy.

By: funnyaboutmoney1

funnyaboutmoney1 — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 18:04:11 +0000

Sprouts has some wonderful castile soaps, not too expensive.

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Make It from Scratch Carnival « Funny about Money — Tue, 24 Mar 2009 13:32:49 +0000

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By: Chance

Chance — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 01:51:57 +0000

I had a good experience with Fels Naptha, no irritation at all and it cleans well. That said, I made the new batch with Ivory because at least I know what’s in it. No difference in cleaning power, I rest easier at night.

By: SimplyForties

SimplyForties — Mon, 23 Mar 2009 00:43:06 +0000

Thanks for the tip. I use a castile soap because I think it’s more gentle. Now I’m glad I did!