Dilution Chart for Dr. Bronner's Pure Castile Soap
Dilute! Dilute! OK! * But how much? This is a quick reference. None of these soap/wash dilutions are exact amounts. If you are cleaning something very dirty or the water is very hard, you may need to use more than the amount specified.
Therefore, these dilutions of Pure Castile Liquid Soap are intended to help you get started. For some applications, we recommend pre-diluting the soap – which usually involves combining the soap with water in a separate container. For other applications, the soap is diluted directly by shower or tap water. It's a matter of personal preference.
Remember that if you dilute it beforehand, you'll also be diluting the preservative, so the shelf life will decrease. Use the previously diluted mixture within a few weeks or mix in smaller batches. And yes, there are more than 18 uses here!
Long-time users of Dr. Bronner's liquid soaps will remember this phrase from the old labels.
Body use:
Face:
2-3 drops of soap in wet hands, then apply to a wet face.
Body:
A small squirt of soap onto a wet shower glove, applied to wet skin.
Foam Dispenser:
Dilute one part soap to three parts water.
Body Cleansing Spray:
Use when running water is not an option due to illness, large casts or bandages, or on hikes, camping trips, etc. Mix ½ tablespoon (7.5 ml) of soap with 1 cup (240 ml) of water in a spray bottle. Lightly spray the soap onto the skin and wipe with a damp cloth (without dripping). Dry the skin.
Remove Makeup:
Wet your face, put several drops of soap in your hands and lather. Massage into skin. Rinse.
Hair:
A few drops of soap for very short hair or up to ½ tablespoon (7.5 ml) for long hair, applied directly to very wet hair or pre-diluted in a cup of water. Then, apply apple cider vinegar diluted in water.
Bath:
It completely depends on the amount of water, but about 2 tablespoons of soap in a medium-sized bathtub (it doesn't make bubbles, but it cleans anyway).
Shaving / Hair Removal:
Face - 10 drops; Armpits - 3 drops; Legs - ½ teaspoon; Lather with wet hands and then apply to the area.
Teeth:
1 drop on a toothbrush (yes, it tastes like soap).
Dental Appliances:
Removable retainers, splints, etc. and dentures: Wet the device. Add 1-2 drops of soap to a soft toothbrush. Brush gently and then rinse.
Foot Bath:
½ tablespoon in a small container with hot water.
Relieve Congestion:
Place 1 tablespoon (15 mL) of peppermint or eucalyptus soap in a bowl of hot water. Cover your head and the bowl with a towel and inhale.
Domestic Use:
Dishwashing (Hand Washing):
Pre-dilute 1 part soap in 10 parts water. Squirt it onto a dish brush or sponge and scrub the dishes. Alternatively, add 1-2 tablespoons (15-30 mL) of Castile soap to a large sink full of water. Use a small squirt of soap for a pan, or more if needed. To avoid water spots in hard water conditions, dry the dishes by hand.
Clothing:
1/3-1/2 cup (80-120 mL) of detergent for a large load in a regular washing machine. Add 1 cup (240 mL) of vinegar to the rinse cycle. Optional: To whiten/deodorize, add 1/2 cup (120 mL) of baking soda to the wash cycle.
Hand washing of delicate clothes:
1 capful (1 tablespoon or 15 ml) of soap in about 4 liters of cold water. Stir gently. Let it soak for 10 minutes. Stir again. Rinse with clean water. Gently press out excess water with a towel. Hang or lay the garment flat to dry.
Floor Cleaning (Wood, Laminate & Stone):
½ cup (120 mL) of soap in 12 L of hot water. Soak the sponge and wring well. On wood and laminate, avoid excess water and clean only the wet areas.
All-Purpose Cleaning Spray:
Mix ¼ cup (60 mL) of soap in 1 L of water in a spray bottle. Optional: For an extra antimicrobial effect, add ¼ teaspoon (1.25 ml) of tea tree essential oil.
Glass:
Mix 1 tablespoon (15 ml) of soap in one liter of water in a spray bottle. Spray and wipe with rubber cleaner. Then, apply half vinegar/half water and wipe with rubber cleaner.
WC:
Pre-dilute 1:4 with water in a spray bottle. Add ¼ teaspoon (1.25 ml) of tea tree essential oil. For best results, empty the toilet bowl. Flush the toilet well, sprinkle baking soda on the brush, scrub the toilet bowl, let it sit for 10 minutes, turn on the water and flush.
Other Uses:
Washing Fruits and Vegetables:
Add a few drops (approximately ¼ teaspoon) to a bowl of water. Submerge the products and stir. Then rinse with clean water.
Dog Bath:
Thoroughly wet the dog. Massage in enough soap to create a good lather. Massage well into the skin. Your dog will thank you for it. (The amount varies depending on size, coat type, and overall dirtiness.) Rinse thoroughly.
Washing Makeup Brushes:
Wet your makeup brushes in water. Add 1-2 drops of soap to the bristles. Gently massage for more than 10 seconds, then rinse. Repeat until the water runs clear.
Insect Repellent Spray for Plants:
1 tablespoon (15 mL) in 1 L of water. Optional: Add ½ teaspoon (1.25 mL) of cayenne pepper or cinnamon. Spray the plants twice a day, during the cool part of the day, until the infestation disappears.
Ant spray (not for use on plants):
¼ cup (60 mL) of tea tree soap in 1 L of water. (This concentration will burn the plants).
I tried to keep this information brief and to the point. If you have any questions, please ask! Oh, and if you haven't bought yours yet, we invite you to do so in our online store . Our best-selling Castile liquid soaps are the lavender and unscented/baby-soft ones .
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