Soapnuts – a 100% natural detergent

February 18, 2010 by EGL shopping guide · Leave a Comment 

Soapnuts or Soapberry, also sometimes referred to as Washing Nuts or Wash Berry, are fruits that grow on trees. These fruits contain a natural substance called Saponin, which when dissolved in water, creates mild suds that are very similar to soap. This soapy substance has remarkable detergent properties, easily replacing normal laundry washing detergents. It [...]