{"product_id":"diy-dishwashing-liquid-kit","title":"DIY Dishwashing Liquid Kit","description":"\u003cp\u003eOur DIY Natural Dishwashing Liquid Kit includes the key ingredients needed to make a gentle, effective dishwashing liquid at home. Designed for beginners, this bundle makes it easy to create a fresh, biodegradable dishwashing liquid that cuts through everyday grease while rinsing clean. With added glycerine, it offers a slightly softer feel on hands compared to a more basic surfactant-only formula.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eIngredients\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e8% Decyl Glucoside\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e2% Cocamidopropyl Betaine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e3% Vegetable Glycerine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1% Xanthan Gum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e1% Geogard 221\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e85% Distilled Water\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eOptional: A few drops of Lemon, Lime or Sweet Orange Essential Oil for a fresh natural scent\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNote:\u003c\/strong\u003e This recipe is pretty stable, so don't worry if you miss the amounts by a bit. You can increase the amount of surfactants used if you regularly work with heavily greasy pots and pans, but generally the current formula seems quite sufficient for your average dishes.\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNew to formulation? \u003c\/strong\u003eThis recipe is written in percentages so it can easily be scaled to any batch size. We've also included the exact quantities for a 500g batch to help you get started.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow To Make A 500g Batch\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e40g Decyl Glucoside\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e10g Cocamidopropyl Betaine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e15g Vegetable Glycerine\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5g Xanthan Gum\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e5g Geogard 221\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e440g Distilled Water\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eMethod\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003col\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eCombine the Vegetable Glycerine and Xanthan Gum in a beaker and stir until a smooth, lump-free slurry forms.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003eAdd the distilled water and blend until the xanthan gum has fully hydrated.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003eGently stir in the Decyl Glucoside and Cocamidopropyl Betaine, taking care not to create excessive foam.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003eAdd the Geogard 221 and stir until fully incorporated.\u003cbr\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1268\" data-end=\"1371\"\u003eBottle into a clean pump or squeeze bottle.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ol\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eHow To Use\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApply a small amount directly onto a sponge or dish brush and wash as normal. Rinse thoroughly with clean water.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eSafety \u0026amp; Storage\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eKeep out of reach of children and pets.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAvoid contact with the eyes.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eDo not ingest.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eStore in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eWhen prepared with the recommended preservative and stored correctly, the dishwashing liquid is generally best used within 3–6 months.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eAlways use clean equipment during preparation to help minimise contamination.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch4\u003eWho Is The DIY Natural Dishwashing Liquid Kit For?\u003c\/h4\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eDIY Natural Dishwashing Liquid Kit Is For:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eBeginners wanting to make their own household cleaning products\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eEveryday hand-washing of dishes, glasses and cookware\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eThose looking for a biodegradable alternative to many conventional dishwashing liquids\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eDIY enthusiasts wanting a simple, easy-to-follow recipe\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHouseholds looking to reduce single-use plastic by refilling existing bottles\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"isSelectedEnd\"\u003eDIY Natural Dishwashing Liquid Kit Is Not For:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-spread=\"false\"\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eAutomatic dishwashers\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eHeavy-duty industrial cleaning\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eIndividuals wanting highly fragranced cleaning products\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\u003cspan\u003eCleaning heavily burnt-on cookware without soaking first\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","brand":"Essentially Natural","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":55657743286440,"sku":"363c93a6-4058-4387-ac6d-55f59fabe2a1","price":49.0,"currency_code":"ZAR","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0081\/3111\/7152\/files\/bloghero_5_1.jpg?v=1782556282","url":"https:\/\/essentiallynatural.co.za\/products\/diy-dishwashing-liquid-kit","provider":"Essentially Natural","version":"1.0","type":"link"}