The Secret’s Out: Here’s the Homemade Detergent Recipe That Changed Everything
Let me start by saying… I had no idea laundry detergent could be a spiritual experience until I made it myself.
You ever wash your clothes and they come out feelin’ heavy? Like they got a layer of “blah” still hangin’ on them? I didn’t realize how much residue store-bought detergents were leaving behind until I switched to this homemade blend. Not only are my clothes cleaner, but they smell fresher, feel lighter, and energetically—I swear—they just hit different.
So what did I do?
I made a batch of homemade laundry detergent that looks like grated cheese in a powdered sugar snowstorm—and let me tell you, it’s giving “fresh from the ancestors” realness. And I’m about to bless y’all with the full recipe, because gatekeeping clean clothes? We don’t do that over here.
🧼 Homemade Laundry Detergent Recipe
Ingredients:
2 bars of grated soap (Fels-Naptha, Zote, Castile, or your fave natural bar)
2 cups washing soda (NOT baking soda)
2 cups borax
1 cup baking soda (optional but great for extra softening)
Essential oils (optional – lavender, lemon, eucalyptus, or tea tree are great)
A sprinkle of whatever herbs or powdered ingredients you love for energy work (I added a bit of clove powder and spiritual protection herbs for that ✨ frequency boost ✨)
Tools Needed:
Cheese grater or food processor (for soap)
Large mixing bowl or storage container
Airtight container for storage
Gloves (trust me, unless you want powdery fingers for days)
Instructions:
Grate your soap – You want it fine like shredded cheese. If your soap is soft, let it air-dry a day or two before grating to make it easier.
Mix all the powders together – Add in your washing soda, borax, and baking soda. Stir until combined.
Add your soap shreds – Mix until everything’s well blended and evenly distributed.
Drop in essential oils – Just a few drops will do the trick. Mix again.
Sprinkle in your spiritual flavor – I added herbs like clove and a pinch of Florida water powder for spiritual cleansing vibes. You can skip this or get creative.
Store in an airtight container and use 1–2 tablespoons per load depending on size and soil level.
Why I Love This Blend:
It’s low-tox, easy on sensitive skin, and safe for most washers (yes, even HE!).
It smells good without being overpowering.
Clothes feel lighter, and yes—spiritually cleaner too.
It saves me money and makes laundry feel like a little act of self-care and magic.
Final Thoughts:
Sometimes it’s not about reinventing the wheel—it’s about reclaiming the wisdom that’s always been there. This detergent doesn’t just clean—it uplifts. It reminds me that the most powerful tools are often the simplest. A little grated soap, some earth-based minerals, and intention? Game changer.
So if you’re ready to level up your laundry AND your frequency, give this a try.
You’ll thank me when your towels start feeling like clouds and your energy stays high all week.
Let me know in the comments if you try it!
