Yield 5 × 20 mL sticks · Difficulty Beginner · Time 20 minutes + setting
Ingredients
65 g Ground Coconut Soap (Sodium Cocoate), or finely grated pure coconut soap bar
18 g Coconut Oil (MCT)
9 g Washing Soda
6 g Bicarbonate of Soda (Food Grade)
2 g (≈40 drops) Lift Essential Oil Blend (optional)
Method
Gently melt the Ground Coconut Soap and Coconut Oil together in a double boiler, stirring until smooth and fully liquid. If using grated bar soap, melt it slowly; it takes longer to break down than the ground form.
Stir in the Washing Soda and Bicarbonate of Soda until evenly combined, with no lumps.
Remove from heat and stir in the Lift Essential Oil Blend.
Pour immediately into 20 mL kraft push-up tubes, before the powders settle.
Leave to cool and set firm before capping, then label with product name and date made.
Equipment
Double boiler or heatproof jug
Silicone spatula
Digital scales
5 × 20 mL kraft push-up tubes
How to use
Rub the stick directly onto the stain, covering it well. Leave for 10–30 minutes, longer for set-in marks, then wash as usual. Suitable for collars, cuffs, food stains and general laundry marks.
Storage
Keep capped in a cool, dry place, away from direct heat which can soften the stick. Use within 12 months.
Safety
Patch test first on delicate fabrics. Not suitable for silk or wool. Contains coconut-derived soap and oil. Avoid contact with eyes. Keep out of reach of children.
Make it yourself: every ingredient is available at homemadehaven.com.au.
