Key Takeaways
The scent of the laundry detergent plays an important role. Opt for 100% natural fragrances with essential oils. lavender, mint and citrus are good choices. Add essential oils directly to the laundry drawer. You can also make your own homemade laundry scent. Combine baking soda, Marseille soap, white vinegar and essential oils. Follow our tips for effective and fragrant laundry!
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Introduction
The scent of laundry detergent is an element that is often underestimated, but which has a real impact on our daily lives. When we open our wardrobe, we like to find the subtle fragrance left by the detergent on our clothes and our household linen. This familiar and comforting smell is a little everyday pleasure.
Importance of perfume in homemade laundry detergent
The scent of laundry reinforces the feeling of cleanliness and freshness of our laundry. It contributes to our well-being by diffusing a pleasant scent into our interior. An evocative laundry scent can even trigger memories and emotions.
Benefits of natural perfumes
However, many conventional detergents contain chemicals and synthetic fragrances that can be harmful. Fortunately, it's easy to make scented homemade laundry detergent with natural, healthy ingredients. Essential oils provide gentle and safe fragrances.
Also read: How to have laundry that smells good for a long time ?
Environmental and health concerns
Opting for an ecological, chemical-free homemade laundry detergent is also a gesture to preserve the environment and our health. In addition, this represents a significant financial gain in the long term.
The basic recipe for homemade laundry detergent
The basic recipe for effective homemade laundry detergent generally consists of 3 basic ingredients:
- Coarsely grated Marseille soap
- From baking soda
- From white vinegar diluted in water
To prepare this homemade laundry detergent, follow these steps:
- Grate 200g of Marseille soap into coarse shavings using a grater.
- In a salad bowl, mix the soap shavings with 100g of baking soda.
- Dilute 5cl of white vinegar in 1 liter of hot water and add the mixture to the salad bowl.
- Mix well until you obtain a homogeneous paste. You can add a little water to achieve the desired consistency.
- For liquid laundry: add water up to 1 liter and transfer to a measuring jug.
- For strong laundry: shape dough into loaves or balls before use.
This basic recipe will provide you with approximately 1 liter of ecological and economical homemade laundry detergent! You can then personalize it with essential oils.
How to make your own solid and liquid laundry detergent ?
It is possible to prepare a solid detergent, in the form of a laundry bar that is grated as you go. You can also opt for a ready-to-use liquid detergent.
In both cases, mix the basic ingredients then add water until you obtain the desired consistency. For liquid detergent, dilute in 1 liter of water and transfer to a measuring container.
Also read: How to get laundry that smells like Soupline ?
The importance of essential oils in homemade laundry detergent
Although the basic recipe is effective, the addition of essential oils is ideal for scenting homemade laundry. Essential oils provide many benefits:
Which essential oil to choose for laundry that smells good ?
The oils of lavender, peppermint and citrus fruits such as lemon are particularly suitable for scenting linen. Eucalyptus, bergamot, geranium or orange blossom are also good options.
How to add essential oil to the washing machine ?
Simply pour 2 to 3 drops of essential oil directly into the laundry drawer with the detergent powder or liquid. The oil will diffuse during washing to scent the laundry.
What to replace essential oils in laundry ?
You can replace the oils with sachets of dried lavender, potpourri or dried and crushed citrus peels. These natural alternatives will also scent the linen.
Where to put essential oils in the washing machine ?
In addition to the detergent drawer, you can place a few drops of essential oils on a glove or sponge, and place them at the bottom of the drum. The mechanical action will diffuse the fragrances.
What essential oil to perfume linen ?
Lavender essential oil is ideal for scenting sheets and household linen. Peppermint or lemon are suitable for towels, while chamomile will soothe sensitive skin.
Also read: How to use essential oils in the washing machine ?
Make your own natural laundry fragrance
For a 100% natural and personalized fragrance, you can create your own room fragrance for homemade laundry.
Just mix in a bottle:
- boiling water
- crushed organic citrus peels
- dried flowers and aromatic plants (lavender, rose, mint etc.)
Let it infuse for 2 weeks before filtering. Then add a few drops of essential oils and pour 2 tablespoons into the detergent drawer.
Also read: How to scent your laundry in the dryer ?
How to get effective detergent for clean clothes ?
For a fragrant and effective homemade laundry detergent, concentrate the powder or liquid preparation well. Do not hesitate to increase the doses of Marseille soap, bicarbonate and vinegar.
Adapt the fragrances: mint and citrus for the towels, lavender for the sheets.
Leave it to soak in hot water to enhance the cleaning action.
Other tips for homemade laundry detergent that smells good
- Alternate classic laundry detergent and homemade laundry detergent for better results
- Add 1 tbsp. tablespoon of soda crystals with softener
- Spray water with essential oils into the drum
- Hang scented sachets near dried laundry
Which household linen to perfume as a priority ?
Certain items of laundry deserve special attention when it comes to scenting them with homemade detergent. Think first of:
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The bedding (sheets, pillowcases, duvet covers) that you slip into every evening. Opt for soothing fragrances like lavender.
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The bath towels that wrap you after the shower. Fresh notes of mint or citrus will be very pleasant.
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The table linen (tablecloths and napkins) for meals in a fragrant atmosphere. Choose gourmet scents like vanilla or cinnamon.
You will find a wide choice of quality household linen, from the most basic to the most refined, on specialized sites which regularly offer interesting offers: take advantage of the household linen sales to obtain the best price.
What accessories to use to perfume linen ?
In addition to your scented homemade laundry detergent, you can use accessories in your wardrobe or cupboards to maintain the good smell:
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bags of lavender or dried flowers to slip between the piles of laundry. You can make them yourself or buy them commercially.
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scented balls in ceramic or wood to hang on hangers or place on shelves. They gradually diffuse their scent.
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scented stickers to stick on the walls of cupboards. They release their fragrance each time the door is opened.
With these additional tips, your laundry will smell delicious from the moment it comes out of the machine until it's time to wear it!
Conclusion
Home laundry is an ecological and economical solution for taking care of your clothes and household linens. By relying on natural ingredients such as Marseille soap, bicarbonate and white vinegar, you avoid the chemical products of conventional laundry detergents.
You can personalize your homemade laundry detergent by adding essential oils. Lavender, mint, and citrus are great choices for scenting your laundry. Vary the fragrances according to your desires.
By choosing homemade laundry detergent, you are doing something for the planet. So don't hesitate to test our recipes and tips for soft and fragrant clothes!
FAQ
How to do your laundry yourself ?
Mix 200g of grated Marseille soap, 100g of bicarbonate and 5cl of white vinegar diluted in 1 liter of water.Add 2-3 drops of essential oils for fragrance.
Why does my homemade laundry smell bad ?
Increase the bicarbonate and check that you have not added too much vinegar. Add essential oils like lavender for a nice scent.
How to perfume your laundry in the washing machine ?
Pour 2-3 drops of lavender or citrus essential oils directly into the laundry drawer. You can also place scented sachets at the bottom of the drum.
How to make laundry smell good after washing ?
Opt for homemade detergent concentrated and perfume with essential oils. Lavender will scent your sheets, mint your bath towels. Dry with scented sachets.
