Skillful Living 101: HOW TO MAKE YOUR OWN LAUNDRY DETERGENT Be sure to save this post for future reference! Did you know you can make your own laundry detergent? While being both cost effective and void of any harmful toxins or chemicals often found in store-bought detergent, it is super easy to make! It only takes 4 simple ingredients: - 1.5 cups sodium bicarbonate - aka baking soda (a natural softener) - 1.5 cups sodium carbonate - aka washing soda (a natural cleaner and water softener) - 1/4