Saturday, February 26, 2011
TOBIO SOAP NUTS: BLOW OUT SALE - SOAPNUTS-ORGANIC CLEANSING PRODUCT...
TOBIO SOAP NUTS: BLOW OUT SALE - SOAPNUTS-ORGANIC CLEANSING PRODUCT...: "Compare to other Soap nut sellers:www.naturoli.com-and others: Our AMAIZING SALE PRICES: 1KG- WAS $24.95 - Now $15.95/kg(2.2Lbs) 500 ..."
BLOW OUT SALE - SOAPNUTS-ORGANIC CLEANSING PRODUCT
Compare to other Soap nut sellers:www.naturoli.com-and others:
Our AMAIZING SALE PRICES:
1KG- WAS $24.95 - Now $15.95/kg(2.2Lbs)
500 gr- WAS 14.95 - Now $8.95(1.1Lbs)
Pick up you soap nuts from Queens, New York( East Elmhurst)
Visit our website : www.tobiosoapnuts.com
Soap nuts Recipes Green Eco Friedly cleaning
Soapnut Recipes
Here are some ideas for you to try with your soapnuts.
Laundry
Place 3-4 whole cracked shells (or equivalent in pieces) into a cotton bag or odd cotton sock, tie up or knot the top and place into the tub with your laundry. You can use the soapnut liquid if you prefer; see below.
Remove the nuts after the cycle has finished and let dry (if there's time!) before your next load.
The number of nuts you use depends on the size of your load and how dirty the items are, as well as the hardness of your water and efficiency of your machine.
For example, use four nuts for a large, dirty load, in an old washing machine using hard town water, and two to three nuts for a small or normal load in a modern machine using rainwater.
The temperature of the water is also a factor, as hot water will make the nuts release their surfactants quicker so you'll have to replace the nuts more frequently but the cleaning power will be stronger.
Washing your laundry in cold water is perfectly fine depending on how dirty your laundry load is. We recommend experimenting to find the best quantity required for your personal need s.
One lot of soapnuts can be reused until they lose their sticky, soapy feel and look pale and squishy on the inside, and are brittle when dry (4-6 times). When they are spent, throw them in the garden or compost.
You can also use them for hand washing by putting them into your laundry tub and running water over them, then adding your clothes for a soak and hand wash. This method is perfect for very delicate garments and materials, as well as fleeces.
Soapnuts can be safely used for children's clothing, nappies and bedding, as well as for washing their stuffed animal toys. The soapnuts will not leave a residue and will kill bacteria, microbes and dust mites.
The same can be said for pet bedding and blankets, leaving it residue free, clean and smelling fresh.
Whole Soapnuts
Whole soapnuts can be used for much more than just laundry!
Here are some uses for whole soapnuts:
Dish washing (place them into your sink or into a stocking in your sink and run water over them)
Dishwashers (place soapnuts in a bag into the bottom of the cutlery holder)
Washing the car (put soapnuts into a bucket, half fill with hot water and let steep for ten minutes or more, then wash car)
Let us know what other uses you find!
Liquid Concentrate
Place 100g of soapnuts with 3 litres of water in a large saucepan or stock pot (this will make 2 litres of liquid - you can make smaller amounts by using 2 cups of water and 4-6 nuts).
Bring to the boil, reduce heat and simmer for an hour or so. Strain the liquid through cloth and compost the nuts.
The concentrate will have a watery consistency and small dense suds. It does not contain foaming agents and thickeners like chemical detergents do, but it still has the cleaning power! To thicken the concentrate, add a little cornflour (try 1teaspoon in 1 tablespoon boiling water, then add to liquid concentrate) or glycerin. This will create a more suitable consistency for use in a pump pack. Leave the liquid thin for use in our foaming bottles (no additives required). For best foamy results, let the concentrate sit overnight and just use the clear liquid in the foamer bottles. The sediment at the bottom can be used for all other bottles, but the foamers have a very fine mesh filter which will become clogged.
The concentrate can be used as is or diluted for all your cleaning requirements, such as:
laundry liquid (1-2 tbs in the detergent drawer)
hand soap (use in a foamy pump pack)
shampoo (replaces shampoo and conditioner together, try a spray bottle!)
pet shampoo (leaves hair soft and silky, will also repel fleas, mites, ticks, mosquitoes etc)
general purpose cleaner for the kitchen and bathroom (use with a cloth from the jar or spray bottle)
carpet cleaner (spray or sponge onto stain and blot clean)
dishwasher soap (liquid in dispenser section with optional 1tbs vinegar as a rinse aid)
pest spray (use spray bottle to spray bugs on plants)
glass cleaner (1tbs soapnut liquid, 1 tbs vinegar and 1 cup water)
And here are some more amazing ideas from our customer reports:
"I used the full concentrate on rust on our Golf Buggy trailer, and it cleaned it off beautifully
It also cleans up a car engine magnificently.
Cleans fiberglass and even makes a bit brighter
I repel ants from the house by spraying soapnut concentrate with a drop of tea tree oil in it and spray all around the outside of the house. The ants will not cross the line. I also sprayed Green ants nests and they have not returned
Fruit trees sprayed in a weaker solution, no bugs or moths etc.
After I have used the nuts for the laundry, before composting I boil them up to get the last of the saponin out and use this weak solution for trees etc. then I compost them."
(Thanks Dorothy! You can chat with her about using soapnuts at her market stalls, she is on our Where To Find Us Page)
Use the cleanser as you would any other cleanser, in a jar or spray bottle or pump. There may be some sediment, so shake before use.
Refill your shampoo and detergent bottles to save on packaging and the environment. A note about the shampoo - there will not be suds. Oils make the bubbles disappear, but rest assured, the soapnut liquid is removing the excess oils from you hair (which is the aim of the game). Use enough so that your hair feels all silky when you rinse it. It may take a couple washes to get all the chemical residue out initially, from your old shampoo.
Preservation
Soapnut liquid concentrate (or soapnut 'juice', if you like) has approximately a 2 week shelf life on the kitchen bench, or at least a month in the refrigerator.
The addition of an antibacterial oil, such as eucalyptus oil, will extend the shelf life further still. We have also had great success with citric acid (available easily from supermarkets)just use 1 teaspoon per litre. Dissolve the citric acid crystals into 2 tablespoons of hot water, then stir into the strained soapnut liquid.
The liquid can also be frozen for long term storage. We like to make it as we need it, each month, and store it in a jug in the refrigerator. We fill our spray bottles and foamy bottles as we need to, and the last bit left over each month is used in our washing machine.
Because this is a totally natural product, the 'juice' will eventually ferment, turning into 'soapnut wine' (though we do not recommend drinking it!).
Essential Oils
Essential oils can be added to give your homemade cleaner a pleasant scent, additional antibacterial qualities and for therapeutic benefits.
Soapnut liquid concentrate is the perfect carrier for any essential or fragrant oil you desire. The oils may rise to the top of the liquid, so shake before use.
Please note that oils can have strong effects on the body and well being and adequate research is required into which oils are right for you. Some oils are irritating to the skin and unsuitable for sensitive skin and skin conditions.
Our favourite oils are Eucalyptus, Lavender and Orange. They leave laundry smelling wonderful. Try Rose, Sandalwood, Vanilla or Musk as a real treat!
Happy loundry day!
Here are some ideas for you to try with your soapnuts.
Laundry
Place 3-4 whole cracked shells (or equivalent in pieces) into a cotton bag or odd cotton sock, tie up or knot the top and place into the tub with your laundry. You can use the soapnut liquid if you prefer; see below.
Remove the nuts after the cycle has finished and let dry (if there's time!) before your next load.
The number of nuts you use depends on the size of your load and how dirty the items are, as well as the hardness of your water and efficiency of your machine.
For example, use four nuts for a large, dirty load, in an old washing machine using hard town water, and two to three nuts for a small or normal load in a modern machine using rainwater.
The temperature of the water is also a factor, as hot water will make the nuts release their surfactants quicker so you'll have to replace the nuts more frequently but the cleaning power will be stronger.
Washing your laundry in cold water is perfectly fine depending on how dirty your laundry load is. We recommend experimenting to find the best quantity required for your personal need s.
One lot of soapnuts can be reused until they lose their sticky, soapy feel and look pale and squishy on the inside, and are brittle when dry (4-6 times). When they are spent, throw them in the garden or compost.
You can also use them for hand washing by putting them into your laundry tub and running water over them, then adding your clothes for a soak and hand wash. This method is perfect for very delicate garments and materials, as well as fleeces.
Soapnuts can be safely used for children's clothing, nappies and bedding, as well as for washing their stuffed animal toys. The soapnuts will not leave a residue and will kill bacteria, microbes and dust mites.
The same can be said for pet bedding and blankets, leaving it residue free, clean and smelling fresh.
Whole Soapnuts
Whole soapnuts can be used for much more than just laundry!
Here are some uses for whole soapnuts:
Dish washing (place them into your sink or into a stocking in your sink and run water over them)
Dishwashers (place soapnuts in a bag into the bottom of the cutlery holder)
Washing the car (put soapnuts into a bucket, half fill with hot water and let steep for ten minutes or more, then wash car)
Let us know what other uses you find!
Liquid Concentrate
Place 100g of soapnuts with 3 litres of water in a large saucepan or stock pot (this will make 2 litres of liquid - you can make smaller amounts by using 2 cups of water and 4-6 nuts).
Bring to the boil, reduce heat and simmer for an hour or so. Strain the liquid through cloth and compost the nuts.
The concentrate will have a watery consistency and small dense suds. It does not contain foaming agents and thickeners like chemical detergents do, but it still has the cleaning power! To thicken the concentrate, add a little cornflour (try 1teaspoon in 1 tablespoon boiling water, then add to liquid concentrate) or glycerin. This will create a more suitable consistency for use in a pump pack. Leave the liquid thin for use in our foaming bottles (no additives required). For best foamy results, let the concentrate sit overnight and just use the clear liquid in the foamer bottles. The sediment at the bottom can be used for all other bottles, but the foamers have a very fine mesh filter which will become clogged.
The concentrate can be used as is or diluted for all your cleaning requirements, such as:
laundry liquid (1-2 tbs in the detergent drawer)
hand soap (use in a foamy pump pack)
shampoo (replaces shampoo and conditioner together, try a spray bottle!)
pet shampoo (leaves hair soft and silky, will also repel fleas, mites, ticks, mosquitoes etc)
general purpose cleaner for the kitchen and bathroom (use with a cloth from the jar or spray bottle)
carpet cleaner (spray or sponge onto stain and blot clean)
dishwasher soap (liquid in dispenser section with optional 1tbs vinegar as a rinse aid)
pest spray (use spray bottle to spray bugs on plants)
glass cleaner (1tbs soapnut liquid, 1 tbs vinegar and 1 cup water)
And here are some more amazing ideas from our customer reports:
"I used the full concentrate on rust on our Golf Buggy trailer, and it cleaned it off beautifully
It also cleans up a car engine magnificently.
Cleans fiberglass and even makes a bit brighter
I repel ants from the house by spraying soapnut concentrate with a drop of tea tree oil in it and spray all around the outside of the house. The ants will not cross the line. I also sprayed Green ants nests and they have not returned
Fruit trees sprayed in a weaker solution, no bugs or moths etc.
After I have used the nuts for the laundry, before composting I boil them up to get the last of the saponin out and use this weak solution for trees etc. then I compost them."
(Thanks Dorothy! You can chat with her about using soapnuts at her market stalls, she is on our Where To Find Us Page)
Use the cleanser as you would any other cleanser, in a jar or spray bottle or pump. There may be some sediment, so shake before use.
Refill your shampoo and detergent bottles to save on packaging and the environment. A note about the shampoo - there will not be suds. Oils make the bubbles disappear, but rest assured, the soapnut liquid is removing the excess oils from you hair (which is the aim of the game). Use enough so that your hair feels all silky when you rinse it. It may take a couple washes to get all the chemical residue out initially, from your old shampoo.
Preservation
Soapnut liquid concentrate (or soapnut 'juice', if you like) has approximately a 2 week shelf life on the kitchen bench, or at least a month in the refrigerator.
The addition of an antibacterial oil, such as eucalyptus oil, will extend the shelf life further still. We have also had great success with citric acid (available easily from supermarkets)just use 1 teaspoon per litre. Dissolve the citric acid crystals into 2 tablespoons of hot water, then stir into the strained soapnut liquid.
The liquid can also be frozen for long term storage. We like to make it as we need it, each month, and store it in a jug in the refrigerator. We fill our spray bottles and foamy bottles as we need to, and the last bit left over each month is used in our washing machine.
Because this is a totally natural product, the 'juice' will eventually ferment, turning into 'soapnut wine' (though we do not recommend drinking it!).
Essential Oils
Essential oils can be added to give your homemade cleaner a pleasant scent, additional antibacterial qualities and for therapeutic benefits.
Soapnut liquid concentrate is the perfect carrier for any essential or fragrant oil you desire. The oils may rise to the top of the liquid, so shake before use.
Please note that oils can have strong effects on the body and well being and adequate research is required into which oils are right for you. Some oils are irritating to the skin and unsuitable for sensitive skin and skin conditions.
Our favourite oils are Eucalyptus, Lavender and Orange. They leave laundry smelling wonderful. Try Rose, Sandalwood, Vanilla or Musk as a real treat!
Happy loundry day!
Saturday, June 26, 2010
Thursday, April 29, 2010
E wash - an award winning washing machine invention that uses soap nuts instead of detergent.
COMMUNITY NEWS
Levente Szabó from Moholy-Nagy University of Art & Design, Hungary, has won the Electrolux Design Lab 2007 competition with E-Wash, a compact washing machine that uses soap nuts instead of detergent.
The 2007 Electrolux Design Lab challenged students to come up with environmentally sound, commercially viable products and solutions that would enable consumers to live in greater harmony with the environment.
In India and Nepal, people have used the soap nut (Sapindus mucorossi) for centuries to get their clothes clean. Szabó says that a kilogram of soap nuts would last the typical person a year, and soap nuts are good for people with allergies and gentle on clothes.
"E-wash is a brilliant connection between ancient knowledge and high-tech," comments juror Henrik Otto, Head of Global Design for Electrolux. "It takes someone open-minded to look for solutions from somewhere else and apply them to his own culture."
"The soap nut is a natural plant and can be cultivated. It does not harm nature but is a part of it," said Szabó. "The other problem was the form of conventional washing machine. I reduced the size and made it flat, so it would fit into a small apartment, but also would be able to wash a lot of clothes at the same time."
Read more: http://www.thedailygreen.com/environmental-news/community-news/e-wash-66120601#ixzz0mWM2VltV
Levente Szabó from Moholy-Nagy University of Art & Design, Hungary, has won the Electrolux Design Lab 2007 competition with E-Wash, a compact washing machine that uses soap nuts instead of detergent.
The 2007 Electrolux Design Lab challenged students to come up with environmentally sound, commercially viable products and solutions that would enable consumers to live in greater harmony with the environment.
In India and Nepal, people have used the soap nut (Sapindus mucorossi) for centuries to get their clothes clean. Szabó says that a kilogram of soap nuts would last the typical person a year, and soap nuts are good for people with allergies and gentle on clothes.
"E-wash is a brilliant connection between ancient knowledge and high-tech," comments juror Henrik Otto, Head of Global Design for Electrolux. "It takes someone open-minded to look for solutions from somewhere else and apply them to his own culture."
"The soap nut is a natural plant and can be cultivated. It does not harm nature but is a part of it," said Szabó. "The other problem was the form of conventional washing machine. I reduced the size and made it flat, so it would fit into a small apartment, but also would be able to wash a lot of clothes at the same time."
Read more: http://www.thedailygreen.com/environmental-news/community-news/e-wash-66120601#ixzz0mWM2VltV
Soap Nuts Anti Hair Loss Shampoo
Soap nuts have been used in India especially by women to wash hair for centuries. Ancient medical system of Ayurveda used soap nuts for various medicinal uses including for hair. It is in the list herbs and mineral in Ayurveda. Soap nuts also find use in Unani and Tibetan medical system.
Soap nuts are sun dried fruits of Sapindus tree. There are five to twelve varieties of this tree throughout the world, but they are most used in India, Nepal, Indonesia and China. The variety in North India, china and Nepal is Sapindus Mukorossi and in South India and Pakistan Sapindus Trifoliatus. The fruit is 1-2 cm in brown or golden color.
Shampoo is used for hair care; it removes oil, skin particles, dirt, environment pollutants and control dandruff from scalp and hair. We need shampoo which can manage without making hair unmanageable. As shampoo is a surfactant it also removes natural oils (sebum) which are important to lubricate the hair. Hence we use conditioner after shampoo or shampoos with conditioners. The first synthetic shampoo was introduced in 1930.
However, people of many countries like India have been using different formulation of shampoos containing herbs like soap nuts, shikakai, neem, heena, fenugreek, aloe, bael and almond adding aromatic substances like rose, turmeric, jasmine and sandalwood. These formulations have not only worked as natural mild surfactant but also as conditioner. They have medicinal properties that help in controlling dandruff, removing lice and keeping hair healthy and aliment free. As per a report from American Academy of Dermatology, some 30 million women in USA suffer from hair loss in early ages and this number is increasing.
Soap nuts are sun dried fruits of Sapindus tree. There are five to twelve varieties of this tree throughout the world, but they are most used in India, Nepal, Indonesia and China. The variety in North India, china and Nepal is Sapindus Mukorossi and in South India and Pakistan Sapindus Trifoliatus. The fruit is 1-2 cm in brown or golden color.
Shampoo is used for hair care; it removes oil, skin particles, dirt, environment pollutants and control dandruff from scalp and hair. We need shampoo which can manage without making hair unmanageable. As shampoo is a surfactant it also removes natural oils (sebum) which are important to lubricate the hair. Hence we use conditioner after shampoo or shampoos with conditioners. The first synthetic shampoo was introduced in 1930.
However, people of many countries like India have been using different formulation of shampoos containing herbs like soap nuts, shikakai, neem, heena, fenugreek, aloe, bael and almond adding aromatic substances like rose, turmeric, jasmine and sandalwood. These formulations have not only worked as natural mild surfactant but also as conditioner. They have medicinal properties that help in controlling dandruff, removing lice and keeping hair healthy and aliment free. As per a report from American Academy of Dermatology, some 30 million women in USA suffer from hair loss in early ages and this number is increasing.
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