How do you use soap nuts for laundry?

Place 4–5 soap nut shells in one of the included re-usable wash bags, drop it into your washing machine with your clothes, and wash on your normal cycle. Reuse the same shells for several loads until they turn soft and gray, then compost them.

Are soap nuts safe for sensitive skin?

Yes! Soap nuts contain no dyes, perfumes, or harsh chemicals, making them perfect for sensitive skin, allergies, eczema, and baby clothes.

How many loads can you get from one bag of soap nuts?

A 1 kilo (2.2 lb) bag of soap nuts provides approximately 330 loads of laundry, depending on the hardness of the water in your area. This makes them very cost-effective compared to traditional detergents.

What is included with the soap nuts?

Each bag includes 1 kilo (2.2 lbs) of premium quality soap nuts, 3 re-usable wash bags, how-to-use and re-use instructions, and details on how to use soap nuts to replace toxic cleaners around your home.

Can soap nuts be used for things other than laundry?

Absolutely! Soap nuts can be boiled to make an all-purpose cleaning spray, dish soap, gentle shampoo, pet wash, and more. Check out our 50 Uses guide for the full list.

Soap nuts and cotton wash bags arranged on a natural wooden surface

Nature's laundry secret.

Name: Soap Nuts (2.2 lbs)
Brand: Soap Nut Lady
Price: 30.00 USD
Availability: InStock

One small fruit replaces every detergent bottle under your sink. Gentle on skin, tough on dirt, and zero plastic waste.

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What Are Soap Nuts?

Soap nuts are the dried fruit of the Soapberry tree (Sapindus mukorossi), a beautiful tree that grows in Nepal in the foothills of the Himalayas.

These little fruits contain saponin — a natural substance that creates a gentle, effective soap when mixed with water. People have used them for thousands of years for laundry, cleaning, and even skin care.

They are 100% natural, plant-based, and completely free of harsh chemicals, dyes, or artificial fragrances.

What We Sell

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Soap Nuts (2.2 lbs)

Premium Sapindus mukorossi. ~330 loads. Includes 3 re-usable wash bags & instructions.

$30.00

Cotton Drawstring Pouch (24ct)

Unbleached cotton drawstring pouches for the wash.

$11.00

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Why People Love Them

Gentle on Sensitive Skin

No dyes, perfumes, or harsh chemicals. Perfect for sensitive skin, allergies, eczema, and baby clothes.

Really Effective

Saponin naturally lifts dirt and oils. Works in warm or cold water for everyday laundry.

Good for the Planet

Biodegradable, compostable, zero plastic. One bag replaces months of detergent bottles.

Easy on Your Wallet

~330 loads per bag. Reuse each batch for several loads. A little goes a long way.

So Many Uses

Laundry, dishes, all-purpose cleaning, even gentle shampoo. Check our Tips page for ideas.

Zero Waste

When shells turn soft and gray, toss them in the compost. Nothing goes to the landfill.

How to Use Soap Nuts

It could not be simpler:

Place 4–5 soap nut shells in one of the included re-usable wash bags.
Drop the bag into your washing machine with your clothes.
Wash on your normal cycle — warm or cold, both work great.
Set the bag aside after the load. Reuse for several more loads.
Once the shells look soft and gray, compost them!

Our Promise

Soap Nut Lady products are always premium quality Sapindus mukorossi fruits. We are so sure you will love them that we offer a 100% money-back guarantee.

Rethink. Replace. Reuse. Recycle.

— The Soap Nut Lady

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