{"product_id":"diy-castile-soap-multi-cleaner-concentrate-recipe-card","title":"1.04 DIY Castile Soap Multi-Cleaner Concentrate Recipe Card","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDIY Castile Soap Multi-Cleaner Concentrate\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eOne concentrate, endless uses throughout the home\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne bottle, diluted differently, replaces five products under your sink. This concentrate is the backbone of a low-tox cleaning kit: hand soap, all-purpose spray, floor cleaner and dish soap all start here. I make a batch every few months and it costs a fraction of what I used to spend on separate cleaners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eYield\u003c\/b\u003e 250 mL  ·  \u003cb\u003eDifficulty\u003c\/b\u003e Beginner  ·  \u003cb\u003eTime\u003c\/b\u003e 5 minutes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eIngredients\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e200 mL Liquid Castile Soap\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40 mL Distilled Water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10 mL Vegetable Glycerin\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eNo Essential Oil in the concentrate; add 15–20 drops Lift Essential Oil Blend per diluted bottle (optional, see How To Use)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eMethod\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the Liquid Castile Soap to a clean glass jar or bottle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAdd the Distilled Water and Vegetable Glycerin.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStir gently to combine; avoid creating excessive foam.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eLabel with product name, date made and your dilution guide (see How To Use).\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eEquipment\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eClean glass jar or bottle (300 mL or larger)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStirring spatula\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eHow to use\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eHand soap: dilute 1 part concentrate to 5 parts water. All-purpose spray: 1 tablespoon per 500 mL water. Floor cleaner: 2 tablespoons per bucket. Dish soap: use undiluted or 1:1 with water. Do not mix diluted versions with vinegar-based cleaners.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eStorage\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eStore concentrate in a cool, dark place. Use within 12 months. Diluted versions should be used within 1–2 weeks.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSafety\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis is a concentrate; do not apply undiluted to skin. Do not mix with vinegar or acidic cleaners as the soap will separate and lose effectiveness. Not suitable for natural stone surfaces. Keep out of reach of children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhat else is in this recipe\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eDistilled Water\u003c\/b\u003e thins the concentrate to the right consistency without adding minerals that could affect shelf life\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cb\u003eVegetable Glycerin\u003c\/b\u003e adds slip and skin-conditioning properties, and helps keep the formula smooth during dilution\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eI recommend trying it with Lift\u003c\/b\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA concentrate gets diluted many times over, so the scent has to survive being stretched. Lift holds up because it is built on Lemon and Eucalyptus rather than anything delicate, and what reaches the bucket still reads as clean.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003ci\u003eMake it yourself: every ingredient is available at homemadehaven.com.au.\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSmall Batch • Handcrafted in Australia\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Homemade Haven","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":52156622897445,"sku":null,"price":0.0,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0957\/2188\/1893\/files\/1.04-CastileSoapMulti-CleanerConcentrate-Right.png?v=1783234281","url":"https:\/\/homemadehaven.com.au\/products\/diy-castile-soap-multi-cleaner-concentrate-recipe-card","provider":"Homemade Haven","version":"1.0","type":"link"}