DIY Laundry Detergent
- The Brennan Chicks
- Oct 31, 2025
- 3 min read
Updated: Dec 18, 2025
In a world filled with harsh detergents, synthetic fragrances, and hidden toxins, it’s refreshing to return to simplicity — to care for our families and homes the way God intended. Our clothes touch our skin every day, and what we use to clean them matters.
This gentle, all-natural laundry detergent combines powerful, God-made ingredients that truly get the job done — without the chemicals. It’s budget-friendly, easy to make, and leaves your laundry fresh, clean, and safe for even the most sensitive skin.
✝️ Scripture Inspiration
“She sets about her work vigorously; her arms are strong for her tasks.”— Proverbs 31:17 (NIV)
Just like the Proverbs 31 woman, we’re called to care for our homes with wisdom and diligence — and sometimes that begins with something as simple as a clean load of laundry.
DIY Laundry Detergent
Natural • Simple • Effective
Ingredients (Bulk Batch):
1 box Super Washing Soda
1 box Borax
4 bars Laundry Soap (such as Fels-Naptha)
Optional
½–1 cup Epsom Salt (optional for softness)
1 box baking soda
40–60 drops doTERRA Essential Oils — choose your favorites:
Purify – fresh, clean air
Lavender – soft floral calm
Lemon – crisp, sun-bright clean
Tea Tree – powerful odor fighter
Eucalyptus – cool, spa-fresh
Grapefruit – light, sparkling citrus
Cedarwood – warm, cozy wood
Roman Chamomile – gentle, comforting
Peppermint – cool, energizing fresh
Frankincense – rich, grounding calm
Sweet Orange – sweet, happy citrus
Citrus Bliss – bright, joyful blend
Spearmint – smooth, minty fresh
Rosemary – clean, herbal lift
Basil – warm, green balance
Lime – zesty, vibrant citrus
Ginger – soft, spicy warmth
On Guard – bold, protective clean
More combination blends:
🌿 Fresh Linen Blend
Lavender
Lemon
Eucalyptus
Clean, classic, and loved by everyone.
🍋 Citrus Clean Boost
Lemon
Grapefruit
Tea Tree
Great for towels, gym clothes, and kitchen linens.
😌 Calm & Cozy
Lavender
Cedarwood
Roman Chamomile
Perfect for sheets, blankets, and bedtime laundry.
🌲 Outdoor Fresh
Eucalyptus
Peppermint
Lemon
Ideal for work clothes, coats, and activewear.
🌞 Everyday Fresh
Lavender
Lemon
Purify
Soft, clean, and family-friendly.
🍃 Deep Clean Towels
Tea Tree
Eucalyptus
Lemon
Fresh, powerful, and crisp.
🌼 Happy Home
Sweet Orange
Citrus Bliss
Grapefruit
Bright, cheerful, and uplifting.
🌿 Cozy Comfort
Lavender
Cedarwood
Roman Chamomile
Perfect for sheets and blankets.
🌬️ Crisp Workwear
Peppermint
Lime
Eucalyptus
Cool, clean, and refreshing.
🌱 Herbal Clean
Rosemary
Basil
Lemon
Fresh, green, and balanced.
🌸 Gentle Baby Blend
Lavender
Roman Chamomile
Purify
Soft, calming, and delicate.
🍊 Sunny Citrus
Sweet Orange
Lime
Grapefruit
Light, bright, and energizing.
🌲 Grounded Clean
Cedarwood
Frankincense
Lavender
Warm, peaceful, and grounding.
🛡️ Protective Fresh
On Guard
Lemon
Eucalyptus
Strong, clean, and confidence-boosting.
December is extra special because when you build your order to 200 PV, you’ll receive FREE Frankincense ($79 value)—one of the most powerful and versatile oils available.
Click the link to easily order all the oils or remove the ones you don't want.
🧼 Instructions:
Using a Cuisinart mixer with the grater attachment, grate all 4 bars of soap.(If you don’t have a mixer with an attachment, you can grate the soap by hand using a cheese grater—it works just as well!)
In a large bowl or bucket, combine the super washing soda, Borax, and laundry soap.
Pour the grated soap into the grater again—this time with the dry mixture—to grate it even finer and help everything blend together.
As you regrate, add your essential oils directly into the mix. This helps distribute the scent evenly throughout the powder.
Store in an airtight container or glass jar.
🫧 To Use:
Add 2 tablespoons per regular load (1 tablespoon for HE machines).
Since we have hard water, I use 1/4 cup
For extra softness and freshness, add ½ cup white vinegar to the rinse cycle.
💧 Feathered Essentials Tip:
Add a few drops of essential oil to wool dryer balls before drying for long-lasting, chemical-free freshness.
✨ A Little Reflection
I used to add OxiClean to my DIY laundry detergent, but after learning more, I decided to keep it simple and skip it next time. The natural ingredients God provided—washing soda, baking soda, and essential oils—work beautifully on their own! Sometimes, simple really is best.
If you find that your skin is sensitive to Borax, I recommend trying doTERRA Onguard laundry detergent.
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