Borax (Natural)

Borax works by adjusting water chemistry, making it easier for soaps and cleaning agents to do their job. It helps lift dirt, control odours, and support overall cleaning performance without needing multiple products.

It’s a versatile, everyday ingredient used in laundry, soaking solutions, and general cleaning where you want effective results without added fragrance or complexity.

This ingredient is for you if you have:

• Hard water affecting cleaning performance
• Ongoing odours in laundry, fabrics, or bins
• Too many products doing similar jobs
• A preference for simple, low-tox cleaning
  

What makes it useful

• Supports cleaning performance by softening water
• Helps lift dirt and stains
• Neutralises odours instead of masking them
• Multi-purpose across laundry and household cleaning
• Septic-safe and biodegradable
• Breaks down naturally after use
• Concentrated and cost-effective
  

Ways people use it

• Laundry powders and boosters
• Soaking clothes, towels, and cloths
• Deodorising bins, drains, and fabrics
• General household cleaning
• Supporting stain removal

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Borax is effective and widely used, but like any active cleaning ingredient, it should be handled with care.

• Not suitable for use on delicate fabrics
• Always test first on coloured fabrics and surfaces
• Wear gloves for extended use
• Store in a cool, dry place away from moisture
• Keep out of reach of children and pets.
• Harmful if ingested

Apothecary Jar
A wide-mouth jar made from glass with a tinted amber finish. The lid holds roughly a tablespoon, making it handy for measuring. Airtight, practical, and bench friendly.

Eco-Friendly Earth Bags
Made from brown recycled paper and a 100% natural corn-based biofilm, are both renewable and compostable. For optimal disposal, we recommend commercial composting after removing any tin ties and labels. Under the right conditions, these bags can decompose in about six months. Due to their compostable nature, Earth Bags are best for short-term ingredient storage. For long-term storage, transfer your ingredients to an airtight container.