Homemade Scented Fabric Softener
Transform your laundry routine with this eco-friendly and cost-effective Homemade Scented Fabric Softener. Made with just four simple ingredients—distilled white vinegar, baking soda, distilled water, and your favorite essential oils—this DIY recipe offers a natural alternative to store-bought softeners. Not only does it leave your clothes feeling soft and fresh, but it also eliminates static and infuses your laundry with a delightful, customizable fragrance, whether you prefer calming lavender, zesty lemon, or invigorating eucalyptus. With just 10 minutes of prep and a storage-friendly formula, this non-toxic fabric softener is perfect for anyone looking to embrace a greener, budget-friendly lifestyle.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 4 cups Distilled white vinegar
- 1 cup Baking soda
- 20 drops Essential oil (e.g., lavender, lemon, or eucalyptus)
- 2 cups Distilled water
Instructions
In a large, non-metallic bowl or container, pour the distilled white vinegar and add the baking soda slowly. Be cautious as it will fizz and foam when combined.
Once the fizzing subsides, mix gently with a non-metallic spoon until all the baking soda is dissolved.
Add distilled water to the mixture and stir well to dilute the solution.
Drop in your preferred essential oil for fragrance and mix to incorporate. Adjust the number of drops based on the strength of scent desired.
Using a funnel, transfer the mixture into a clean, airtight container or bottle for storage. Shake well before each use.
To use, add 1/4 cup of the homemade fabric softener to the final rinse cycle of your washing machine or to a fabric softener dispenser.
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
170 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Saturated Fat | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0.0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 0 mg | 0% | |
| Sodium | 60442 mg | 2628% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 0.4 g | 0% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Total Sugars | 0.4 g | ||
| Protein | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 57 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 0.9 mg | 5% | |
| Potassium | 76 mg | 2% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
