1) Buy soap nuts that have had the seeds removed. Be sure this is spelled out very clearly. If not, odds are they will be loaded with seeds. It is common to find a seed once in a while. Excessive numbers of seeds is indicative of poor quality since you are paying for their weight. Beware of soap nuts referred to as “whole”. This is a red fag that commonly means not “de-seeded”. You should notice a break in the skin and pulp where the seed was popped out when the soap nut was very soft. As packaged in India, Nepal and elsewhere in S/E Asia, it’s typical to be a mix of whole and part shells. The seeds should be removed – leaving only the hollow outer skin and pulp to be dried. A soap nut containing a solid seed will weigh double (or more) than one that has been properly de-seeded. Being sold by weight when exported is precisely why we are finding soap nuts with seeds in the market – more weight and no extra labor cost to process them. In the case of trifoliatus and other smaller soap berry species the weight of the seed is extremely high relative to the skin and pulp. (The size of the berry is much smaller, but the seed is comparable in size to mukorossi seeds.) If you are buying by weight, as you should be, then seeds add unwanted weight that you are paying for. Seeds can spot or stain laundry – particularly when left in contact with wet laundry for even a short period of time. They have a dense black outer layer that can leave a brown spot on your favorite blouse or linens. So, always remove seeds when found. You may hear them rattling in a mukorossi soap nut. This is usually not the case with species producing smaller fruits (i.e., trifoliatus, saponaria, and others). When berries (with seeds) of these species dry out the “husk” and seed tend to become tightly bonded together, hence no rattling – and very difficult to remove. When a larger mukorossi soap berry (with a seed in it) dries it often leaves an air gap between the husk and seed, hence the soap nut seed is looser and easier to detect. Break it open and the seed will normally fall right out. Use seeds for growing new tress and plants – or be creative with them. Never use them in your wash. Note: Exportation of soap nuts with seeds is growing at an alarming pace. Soap nut seeds create an opportunity for profiteering in this young and often misinformed marketplace.

2) Buy soap nuts by weight – not loads. Knowing how many seedless soap nuts you are buying and having reasonable expectations of them are certainly good initial steps. Used traditionally (wash bag method), one half-ounce (usually five mukorossi soap nuts) will yield roughly 4-7 loads. It amazes me that people will buy “XX loads” boxes or bags. It’s impossible to know how many loads you will get. One pound of good quality, de-seeded, mukorossi soap nuts will roughly have a rough range of 128 to 224 washes. (That is a wide range.) I have no problem with a retailer who offers an average or estimate to the low end (say approx. 160 loads) as long as the weight is clearly specified. Giving a new user a rough idea can be helpful. However, buying soap nuts based on number of loads is foolish. There are far too many variables that affect how many washes you will obtain. That 36 load box may actually yield 20 or 60 loads. Nobody knows. We cannot change the basic math, nor reduce the number of variables. Only time and experience will help you to optimize the effectiveness of your soap nuts so you can get the most bang for your buck.

3) Avoid overseas packaging. There are numerous reasons for this. Once sealed and packaged for retail, nobody will inspect your soap berries before you own them. Let’s remember we are talking about a raw fruit here. The overseas sorting and inspection of soap berries prior to packaging is often low in quality control. Keep in mind that these retail packages will be at sea in large cargo containers (without climate control) for many weeks or even months. They will travel on open seas over a great distance through all kinds of climates and weather. Who knows what will happen to them during this long journey. They will get very hot and very cold. Condensation and moisture can build up and degrade the soap berries. I have received soap nuts packaged overseas that were overly wet and stuck together, blackish in color, plus contained many seeds, hairs, and all kinds of leaves and debris. It is much cheaper for sellers to purchase them “ready for retail” because of the low Asian labor costs. Interestingly though, soap nuts that are packaged overseas are usually comparably priced to ones that have been inspected and packaged in the US or Canada. Buy soap nuts that have been inspected and sorted AFTER their long voyage. This will assure you of better quality control over the final processing and packaging. You can also feel more comfortable that Fair Trade practices have been adhered to.

4) Understand what you are buying. Be certain of what you want. Soap berries (soap nuts) are so new to the public that there are many big gaps in the information available. Sellers tend to focus on the general, when the specifics are vitally important to a good transaction. As I’ve written hundreds of times, “A soap nut is NOT just a soap nut.” Understanding that takes a bit of study. It is crucial to understand that soap nut sellers are trying to sell the concept that soap nuts are a better, natural way to clean. Very few are educating people about the important particulars. Sellers tend to tell what you want to hear. This oversimplification is the root of the problem. Once consumers are well schooled regarding the differences, sellers will need to become more knowledgeable in order to satisfy the market. We are a long way from that point. Let’s face it, only recently did most of us start reading product labels more carefully. The soap nuts may be what you want. They may not. We need to ask the right questions.

5) Make no assumptions. Good soap nut sellers are very knowledgeable and will specify all the important aspects. They will describe their soap nuts’ species, weight, condition, de-seeded or not, age, packaging, accessories such as wash bags and instructions, etc. Quite simply, assume nothing and you won’t be disappointed. If everything about the soap nuts has been clearly verified by the seller, you will most likely be pleased. There are many start-up soap nut businesses today. Some really care and are sincerely promoting this wonderful green alternative. Others only want to sell something, and don’t care much about what it is. The ones that do care will show it.

6) Be certain their is a return policy. All good sellers will stand behind their products. Unless you’ve made a certain “deal” and are willing to agree to a no return policy, returns should be acceptable. Expect to lose the shipping costs and to have to pay to ship them back. At least you won’t get stuck with poor quality soap nuts.

7) Pay by credit card, Paypal or through an escrow agent. In a worst case scenario, this will provide you buyer protection and an out from a bad transaction. You can always dispute a charge for “merchandise not as described”. Be extremely leery of any seller who wants cash, debit card, wire transfer, Western Union, etc. Getting your money back will be unlikely. A good seller will have credit card processing and/or Paypal available. If not, beware. As always, when buying soap nuts online be certain that you are purchasing through a verified secure store.

8) Stick with suppliers with reliable reputations. Good sellers will have a well-known and documented track history for quality products and customer service. An exception to this is the new, honest, start-up seller. I highly support the efforts of so many people that are developing new, honest, green soap nut businesses. Everybody has to start somewhere. With a new seller that has little history, get to know them. Follow the above tips, and if all is in order, support them. They are foot soldiers of the green movement and deserve our support.

9) Consider more than the “price per…” That’s a big mistake. It’s just not that simple. There are too many variables. If buying cheaply priced soap nuts, that’s asking for inferior quality and disappointing transaction. Paying more however does not ensure better quality. I’ve seen prices go from A to Z without any correlation to quality. Only by knowing exactly what you are buying can you expect a good transaction.

10) Beware of the “hype”. Creative sellers often try to distinguish their soap nuts from others – trying to make you think they are better or worth more. “Organic” and “Gourmet” are big ones. “Gourmet” being quite humorous of course. (I can’t wait to scarf down my next plate of soapberries!) For the most part, “organic” is now being tossed around so much that the term has become meaningless. All soap berries are “organic “- by definition (same as they are “natural”). Don’t think such generalized, descriptive terms are meaningful. Official “USDA Certified Organic” and “Ecocert”, the international authenticating body, are different. Such official certifications are some assurance of the chemical-free processing of the soap nuts. There are very steep fines and penalties for fraudulent use of such official certifications that should restrict misuse. However when buying soap nuts, the species, condition, and reputation of the seller remains paramount. Keep in mind that there is nothing whatsoever to stop exporters of inferior quality soap nuts from gaining an official certification that a seller may then use. The actual quality, effectiveness and value of the soap berry are NOT criteria in the official certification process.

11) Stick with mukorossi or trifoliatus soap nuts. Avoid any obscure species. (i.e., Wild saponaria trees have been found throughout Mexico and some are being harvested. Little is known regarding the quality of the berries, or the standards implemented during harvest.) Mukorossi soap nuts are the species of choice for the quality exporters and are consistently of high saponin content (the all-important active ingredient in soap nuts). Trifoliatus is often being sold with seeds, and sometimes misrepresented as mukorossi. It’s a cheap alternative with lucrative profiteering potential. Trifoliatus (seed excluded) is high in saponin content, same as mukorossi, but it has a lower market value. If you are buying trifoliatus you should be paying much less. If you really know your soap nuts and/or are making liquids and powders in volume, it can be a cost effective way for you to go without compromising effectiveness. Trifoliatus is however much more similar in appearance to other species with lower saponin content, hence more difficult to be assured of what you actually have. Only one soap nut being harvested in high volume is distinctly different in appearance than other species. That is mukorossi. Particularly for the new soap nuts user, sticking with mukorossi makes for a far safer bet that you’ll be buying a quality soap berry. Both whole soap nuts and pieces are equally effective. Pieces also make for good buying opportunities. Note: As mentioned above, be aware that “whole” may be used by some sellers to describe soap nuts that have not been properly de-seeded. Be sure that this is clear.

12) Understand the characteristics of the fruit. Also see #4 above. This is the only way you can evaluate your transaction. Soap nuts are mainly harvested from January through March (particularly mukorossi). The new harvest will typically sell at a premium price, while the previous year’s harvest will be discounted to clear floor space. Very freshly harvested mukorossi soap nuts will be large (about the diameter of a U.S. nickel and up to the size of a quarter), sticky, and yellow/golden in color. A good processor will allow them to air dry before packaging or sealing if overly moist. As they age in the first year they will darken to a reddish and then brownish color. Ultimately the soap nuts will turn black.  If overly moist they will darken more quickly. It is quite common to find black soap nuts as seen in pictures D and E, and they may be up to two or even three years old. If soap nuts are processed and stored properly they will be somewhat dry, yet remain a bit tacky to the touch, and get no more than dark brown in color. They can remain this way for very long periods, but require a stable storage environment. Storage at a humidity level of 25 to 30% and temperature of 60 to 65°F is ideal for extended storage periods. Unfortunately maintaining such stability is difficult for many suppliers, hence overly dry and overly moist soap nuts are commonly found. It is recommended to buy as fresh of soap nuts as possible. If needed, allow them to dry to the point where they are slightly moist and pliable. Then seal in an airtight container and store in a cool, dark place. This will ensure long term freshness. Trifoliatus is similar except they are much smaller, usually darker in color, and drier even when very fresh. The important thing is to get what you are paying for.

13) Know the species and the year of harvest. If you do, you’ll then know exactly what to expect. If it’s Springtime and you are buying – and paying for – high quality, de-seeded mukorossi, then you’ll know that the soap nuts should be large, golden-ish and tacky. If they are small (like a U.S. dime), or very dark, or very gummy, or very dry, or full of seeds, then something is definitely wrong. Don’t pay as much for previous year’s soap nuts as the current harvest. If the soap nuts have been properly stored, the previous year’s harvest can create great buying opportunities. They will still be highly effective and available at bargain prices.

You’re now ready to purchase soap nuts with little risk of receiving poor quality, or having a bad experience!

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NaturOli Soap Nuts Authorized Resellers from whom you can buy locally.

Arizona

Sulcraft

Payson Arizona 85541

928-478-4454

California

Kim Romo

Camarillo, CA 93010

805-987-5727; 805-404-1180

Colorado

My Natural Elements http://www.mynaturalelements.com

Colorado Springs, CO 80918

719-209-2771

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Healthy Earth, Inc. http://www.healthyearthstore.com

Lakewood, CO 80228

303-219-6296

Florida

The Hempster’s Stitch http://www.hempstersstitch.com

Pensacola, FL 32514

850-780-6121; 850-725-3073

Idaho

Daily Reusables, LLC http://www.dailyreusables.com

ID, Hailey 83333

208-720-4478

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Racheal’s Eco Friendly Market http://www.rachealsmarket.com

Hayden, ID  85835

208-659-1100

Illinois

KCKNeubs

IL, Crystal Lake 60014

815-477-3297

Maryland

The Earth’s Bounty http://www.theearthsbounty.com

Federalsburg, MD 21632

410-754-8249

Minnesota

SHE http://www.sheoncentral.com

Buffalo, MN 55313

612-735-2003

Ohio

Everyday Organics & Specialty Food Market

Urbana, OH 43078

937-508-4464

Oklahoma

Healing Touch Therapeutic Massage

Ada, OK 74820

580-272-3138; 580-272-3128

Pennsylvania

Soap Chicks

Waynesboro, PA 17268

717-387-5612

Tennessee

Child Organics http://www.childorganics.com

Strawberry Plains, TN 37871

865-933-0819

Texas

Cuz’n Suzies

Bryan, TX 77805

979-364-2575

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New Harmony Boutique http://www.newharmonyboutique.com

Dallas, TX 76117

940-390-7432

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Texas Roudy Kids – Goats & Soap Berry Products

Warren, TX  77664

409-200-5577

Virginia

Marsupial Mamas, LLC http://www.marsupial-mamas.com

Blacksburg, VA 24060

540-552-0052

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Pure Choice LLC. http:// www.PureChoiceLLC.com

Fairfax, VA 22033

703-300-3798

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Natural Mercantile of Hamilton

Hamilton, VA 20158

540-338-7080

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International

Caribbean Soap Nuts http://www.caribbeansoapnuts.com

Port of Spain Trinidad & Tobego

868-767-0904

Soap nuts are the answer if you’re thinking about switching to a green laundry detergent or want to begin using more natural cleaning products in your home.

If you are still skeptical about whether soap nuts work just read the soap nuts testimonials and reviews we’ve received at NaturOli from soap nuts users across the United States.

I can’t believe soap nuts work so well! No artificial smell, and the clothes are very soft.
- Ching-Yu L., New York, New York

I have been using your products now for a few years and absolutely LOVE them! They are very gentle and yet extremely effective!
- Dr. Leslie T., Cary, North Carolina

We are completely organic now…no GMO, no pesticides, herbicides or synthetic fertilizers, no petrochemicals, no hormones or antibiotics or inhumane practices. We push this with our guests and that’s when the laundry soap comes into the conversations. Most people are clueless, but others very impressed. I love your products and resell them to my guests – they love them, too.
- Sally, USA

I totally LOVE your products. The soap nuts have helped my kids eczema and makes our clothes nice and soft.
- Tara V., Abbotsford, Canada

I have sensitive skin and tend to break out in rashes and such with most detergents. I’ve tried pretty much everything. I decided to give your product a try. I was amazed with the results. Not only did it get my clothes clean (I work in food service and that’s a tall order), it also removed cat urine from a blanket that I thought lost. Thanks for showing us the light.
- Frank B., Baker, Louisiana

I have been using soap nuts from NaturOli for a while now. I absolutely love both the soap nuts and NaturOli. I have already made cleaners with the soapnuts. It is probably one of the best cleaners I have used. Even my husband was impressed. Every order from NaturOli has arrived early and exactly as promised. Thank you so much!!
- Sue M., Seymour, Tennessee

Extreme 18X is truly a miracle product. One little squirt into the washer, turn on the water and I get all these clear, light bubbles that clean my clothes better than any detergent I used before. The colors come out bright and beautiful, the whites white. What I especially love is the clean, fresh smell. I stopped using fabric softeners and dryer sheets. Another plus – no static cling! Love natural!
- Brigitte G., West Lebanon, New Hampshire

Extremely versatile green cleaner. Think outside the laundry room using Extreme 18X. At 10+ parts water to one part 18X, it makes a fantastic glass cleaner! Works wonderfully on our black polished granite counters. Doesn’t streak and no haze! Leaves carpets soft and fluffy. Can’t find anything it doesn’t work for…except petroleum type grease and waxy stains. Still need a solvent for those. Didn’t expect it to cut through those types of substances since it has no chemicals. Excellent ALL-purpose cleaner! And it’s really green – not just “greenwashed” like most labels want you to believe. You should see my car shine! Doesn’t remove my wax job either.
- Charles J., Columbus, Ohio

Extreme 18X is truly liquid gold! It has changed my life – fighting this auto immune disease and even my doctor is interested! I hope in the next few months to be a speaker for a few organizations to market you! Change is needed, our drinking water is poison, and being around military bases, we will never know what is in the air – but at least through you we have a chance to de-tox our environment without more chemicals.
- Susan L., Atlanta, Georgia

Thank you so much! I am very anxious to share these with everyone I know because having chemical sensitivities I’ve been using fragrance free products for many years, but these are FAR SUPERIOR to any of those and are just fun to use!
- Kimberly H., Milford, Massachusetts

I started using your soap nut products – and I don’t have anymore rashes!
- Sara B., Portland Oregon

This morning I washed my hair with your soap nut shampoo and it feels SO much better already! With the soap bar and lotion I feel very pampered today!! I have already told several people about your company. Thank you!
- Angie H., Hulbert, Oklahoma

Soap Nuts are great for front-loading washers! I got a front loading washing machine about a year ago, and I loved it, except for when I washed towels. They never came out clean-smelling. That ALL changed when I started using these Soap Nuts! NOW my towels and ALL my laundry come out smelling and looking cleaner than ever! I have been using 3 nuts and reusing them at least 4 times with no problems. These are wonderful!
- C. Long, Holly, Michigan

Your soap nuts were of exceptional quality and arrived within TWO days of placing my order. Very good experience, and I will not hesitate to order from NaturOli in the future.
- Heather C., Calhoun, Georgia

Phenomenal Product – Greatest Purchase on the Dollar! I can’t say enough about NaturOli Nuts. You can’t beat the quality and quantity for the price. Not only did I get a NATURAL cleaning product, with 6 bags at no extra cost, I got the most incredible customer service ever! This company’s dedication to informing their customers and providing exceptional service, in addition to fine products have earned them a lifetime customer! Thank you for the personal emails. I really appreciate that in a business. Thank you very much for being a great company we can trust.
- Ruben M., Chicago, Illinois

I am loving the soap nuts I ordered last month. I was afraid I wouldn’t be able to justify the extra expense of using something better for my family and for the environment but that is not the case. It’s lots more economical that the detergent and fabric softener I was using. I’m getting at least seven loads by using them in cold water and doing the “tea” method you recommend. They are the greatest thing since sliced bread. Thanks for going the extra mile and hand selecting only the best of the best.
- Melisa G., Rogersville, Alabama

Thank you, thank you. thank you!!! I am running a small soap nut business, and I think you just saved me from making a huge mistake. I was ready to buy what sounded like a great deal. Then I read your article on Ezine and started asking lots of questions. Nobody except your company was even very helpful. The original people in Canada would only send me samples with half down!!! You probably just saved me from owning about $1000 worth of who knows what. That could have been a really big set back for me since I’m just building a good customer base now. NaturOli just got a customer for life. Thanks for being so straightforward and telling it the way it is. I’m so glad I found you!!! xoxoxo
- Tina J., Monterey, California

I was skeptical about soap nuts natural detergent. Green, 100% natural, hypoallergenic, eco-friendly, biodegradable, sustainable, and on and on… It simply seemed far too good to be true. Well, I guess I’ll keep an open mind more often – because these are absolutely incredible! I am astonished! This is the coolest thing since sliced bread. I had no idea what true naturally clean, soft and fresh even meant before. Just crawling under the sheets and curling up in bed feels so wonderful! It’s like a whole new world. No more “so-called” green detergents for me. This is the real deal, and I’ll never go back!
- Jonathan Z., San Mateo, California

Finally tried the soapnuts. I did 3 loads right in a row. Was a nice breezy day too, so with hanging out in the sun to dry resulted in VERY fresh smelling and feeling laundry! Soapnuts are definitely going on my next order!
- Kathryn H., Newport, Virginia

I received my soap nuts. I couldn’t wait to use them so I dug up some wash (I have 4 kids) and did 2 loads. The clothes came out very soft. It’s hard to explain what they smelled like – it was almost like just fabric…nothing. No well-water smell! No fragrance!
- Deanna W., Cape Coral, Florida

Finally a detergent that doesn’t smell like one. Soap Nuts??? How’d you ever come up with these? You folks are fantastic! I just had to try them. Whoaaaa!!! No more scratchy and itchy feeling!!!! I feel wonderful!!! What a great addition to your fabulous products! I can’t wait for what you come up with next. Keep it going!!!!
- Joe S., Indianapolis, Indiana

Yesterday I got the package of NaturOli Nuts and other items I ordered. The first thing I did was open the soap nuts and make a batch of soap nuts liquid to use in my dishwasher. That’s my real test of the quality. Lesser quality soap nuts dont clean as well. Let me tell you, the minute I poured the water into the pot on the dried soap nuts I saw suds, something I cannot say for the other companies’ soap nuts I tried. From now on NaturOli Nuts are my first and only choice when I buy soap nuts.
- Lori S., Orlando, Florida

No more sneezing! No more itching! I almost gave up looking for a solution. I’ve loved all your products since my first use, but these soap nuts really iced the cake. I don’t think I knew what clean even smelled like! Everything is so soft! Like better than new. My towels are fluffier and seem to absorb more. I don’t get it, but I sure am loving it! What a fantastic product for you to offer. It just shows me again how much you all care. Forever, your greatest fan!
- Maria H., Bridgeport, Connecticut

My sheets, clothes, towels, EVERYTHING never felt so clean and SO SOFT. I’m amazed. I can tell there’s no lingering chemicals anymore. I love knowing I’m not surrounded by toxins. I feel purified! That may sound weird, but it’s liberating. Since changing to soap nuts, it feels good to crawl under the sheets and get dressed again. I’m following your advise and beginning to change out every chemical cleaner in the house with my own soap nut solutions. It’s so easy! Thanks for being so helpful!
- Cindy M., Cincinnati, Ohio

A MUST BUY!! It’s all natural and is just a great shampoo. No need to use conditioner with this. If you use conditioner it just puts chemicals back into your hair. More companies need to be more like NaturOli! I’m happy to see there is still some good and caring companies out there.
- Darlene, G., Baltimore, Maryland

I LOVE your products. The soap nuts are amazing. Have been using one of your soap nut shampoos, and my color-treated hair is gorgeous. I don’t even need conditioner. And it washes out so easily! Thank you so much for your wonderful company!
M. C., Fresno, California

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Firstly, the type, variety and strain: As with grapes, they run from a to z. A vineyard is extremely particular regarding the grapes they grow. Different grapes will produce different wines. With soap nuts, we don’t need to go to that extreme for one reason: There is no culinary aspect to deal with. The value of a soap nut distills (pun intended) down to one thing – saponin. 100% pure saponin (other than the extraction process) has no variables. It is what it is. It is the concentration of saponin that we must concern ourselves with. From species to species in the Sapindus tree family that grows across the globe, the soap nuts vary greatly. Without going into the many, many varieties in detail (that’s another long article), the fact is that the mukorossi variety contains the most consistently high concentration of saponin. Hence, it is the most prized and highest valued. The Florida soapberry for example is a soap nut, but it simply doesn’t work as well because its saponin concentration pales by comparison. Hence it is not the same as others. So far, easy, right?

Secondly, the harvest and back to grapes: The growers are very precise as to when they harvest. The grapes are checked daily. Only at their optimal point, depending on what the grower wants, are they harvested. Even a day can make a difference. Given that this is November, it is the perfect time of year to address this issue. To keep focus I will refer strictly to mukorossi harvests, albeit the fundaments are the same for all.

At this time of year the soap berry is maturing on the trees. From area to area and affected by the years weather in the area, we will find soap nuts at various stages in their development. We are dealing with both wild and plantation grown soap nuts. Last years harvest of soap nuts has become very dark and the shells have shrunk in size. Only if stored properly will they still be dry (nut gummy or sticky). The new harvest is of highest demand and value. However, in the rush to bring newly harvested soap nuts to the market, many soap nuts are prematurely harvested. When prematurely harvested, soap nuts will be a golden to yellow color, but also they will be small (often in the 2cm range as compared to a mature soapberry at 4cm or larger). A mature soap nut will have reached its peak in saponin content – the most important factor. Hence, not only are the prematurely harvested soap nuts wasteful in that another six weeks could produce a much higher quality soap nut. But also, they will not be of the quality of a fully mature soap nut. Given drying and shipping times, look for the best quality newly harvested soap nuts to begin showing up in the US in late December and January. Properly stored soap nuts from last years harvest will be the better choice. If the soap nuts are very dark, gummy and sticky (as is often the case at this time), they have not been stored properly. NaturOli is the only company I know of that does a final sort before packaging for retail. Hence look there for the best quality – regardless of time of year.

Thirdly, the results of inexperience: Most sellers of soap nuts know little more than the average user. Soap nuts are so new to the US and western hemisphere in general, that many sellers are selling only due to the fact that there is a market. Whenever there is a market, there will be sellers (and of course buyers). It is a caveat emptor (buyer beware) scenario. The quality of product the buyer receives is largely a function of the questions the buyers ask. Therefore, ASK QUESTIONS. Ask about the species, quality, condition, color and size. Don’t get too hung up on age. The shelf life of soap nuts is very long if properly stored and maintained. ASK. If you don’t get good answers, look for another seller. Above all, be cautious of cheap prices. Improperly stored soap nuts are getting bad at this time. Sellers will “fire sale” them. You typically get what you pay for.

Lastly, bottom of the barrel hunting. The two main varieties that are being sold in the US are Sapindus Mukorossi and Sapindus Trifoliatus. Both grow in relatively close proximity, particularly in India. The trifoliatus variety is smaller and less effective. They are not as highly valued. Mixing the varieties is a very common practice among harvesters and exporters. Not even those that are very familiar with soap nuts can immediately identify the difference. NOTE: A large amount of soap nuts are pre-packaged overseas for retail in the US to save on labor costs. (That note is worthy of its own article, so I will drop it here.) Hence, not even the US and Canadian sellers can inspect them carefully. Again, NaturOli, is an exception. Soap nuts shipped by NaturOli have been hand inspected within only weeks of order. Only the best quality is chosen for “select” grade quality. NaturOli uses all the less than “select” quality shells for saponin extraction. Therefore no soap nuts go to waste – another green effort in the NaturOli business model.

So, the bottom line: You need not be a connoisseur (as a wine master) to find quality soap nuts. The very simple, and even common sense, knowledge shared above should help you to make better decisions. Be you a newbie or veteran to soap nuts, you want a good experience – and the most value for your money. Reliable quality and saponin content will ultimately lead to increased affordability. You will never again need to rewash a load, or use more soap nuts than required. A little knowledge goes a long way.

Understanding that soap nuts are Mother Nature’s fruits – not lab produced products – is the imperative. If you think of soap nuts as a fruit – be it a grape, cherry, apple or orange – you are half way to being a better soap nut consumer. Nature’s fundamentals are at least consistent: There are very few “always” in nature’s ways. The only “always” is our need to use our heads and think.

Good luck and happy washing!

What a number P&G, Colgate and other corporate giants have done to our heads. It is absolutely amazing. We have been so brainwashed. After generations of advertising, they have made even the NOTION of a DIFFERENT way to clean very, very tough to grasp. Well let’s break through. Let’s clear our heads. We can think for ourselves. THEIR way does not need to be OUR way. As much as THEY do not want us to realize it – WE HAVE OPTIONS! Soap nuts are one of those options.

All the little nuances that create confusion are intentionally being sidestepped. Some statements will be technically wrong – but SO true in getting to the heart of the matter. The purpose of this article is to help us change HOW we think – to clear the parts of our brains that have been clouded by generations of advertising and programming by some of the largest companies in the world.

So, what are soap nuts? Soap. Is THAT simple enough? And what does soap do? It cleans things. Now, we have just connected soap nuts to cleaning. We are on our way to a paradigm shift! So, what must soap nuts do? Clean things!

Think of soap nuts this way: They are soap that Mother Nature produces. It doesn’t come out of a big factory. She just grows it on trees. Huh? Hey, Mother Nature can do what she wants. She just does not get a paycheck, nor does she advertise. No differently than the accidental discovery of fire, ages ago someone found a fruit that made soap. So what did man discover about soap nuts? They cleans things. Hence, man discovered soap.

I thought it was a detergent? For the purpose of changing HOW we think, this does not matter at all. What DOES matter is that our brains start realizing that soaps, detergents, cleansers and cleaners DO NOT need to be manufactured. Are you getting it? The ONLY really important question is: What does it do? And the answer is: IT CLEANS THINGS!

Where do they come from? Trees. Simple. For the sake of even more simplicity, let’s not get hung up on the whole “nut” issue. For the purpose of this article, who cares exactly what it is? Also, let’s just call them Soap Trees. (Getting easier?) Trees produce seeds that allow them to grow baby trees. Right? Who cares if it is a fruit, nut, berry, acorn or whatever? If you take a handful of whatever they are – and can start lathering up with them – would it be like soap? Of course! Well, THAT is EXACTLY what soap nuts do. I hope that you are asking, “You mean there are trees that can GROW soap?” The answer is – YES!

Have we changed a little regarding HOW we think? Do we realize that all soaps and detergents don NOT need to be manufactured? Do we realize that Mother Nature has her own ready-to-use soap out there just waiting for us to find it? Do we realize that natural soaps were around that would clean our bodies and everything else, ages before there was ever a soap processing plant? BTW: Mother Nature has provided us many little gifts that clean things. Soap nuts just do it extremely well.

So, where have they been all this time? Again, Mother Nature does not work for profit – and THAT is WHY they are new to us – particularly those of us in the USA and Canada. Relatively speaking we are new kids on the block. It is mainly ancient cultures that understand soap nuts. People had already figured out how to make and sell other kinds of soap long before Columbus ever set foot on the shores of the West. If Mother Nature was profit oriented and had an executive and marketing team, her cleaning products would fill store shelves all around the world.

As an Asian Indian gentleman explained (surely similar to many from ancient origins): His family knows soap ONLY as soap nuts. They grew up with them. Be it to bathe, wash clothes, clean jewelry, or whatever their cleaning needs were – when they started cleaning, they broke out the soap nuts.

So, go get some soap nuts. Put a bunch of them in a wash bag or just wrap them in a washcloth. Get them totally wet with warm water and start scrubbing. Or take some and put them in warm water, let them soak a bit and shake them up. Guess what? You are going to start to see suds. And what do suds do? You got it. Try some in a wash bag for a load of laundry. Clean a window with some of that solution you just made. You WILL be amazed.

So, what is a soap nut? It is a fruit that grows on a tree that makes soap. It cleans things. That is what soap does. Understand THAT and you are home. You have just broken though and changed HOW you think. This article is by no means intended to convince you that soap nuts are the BEST way to clean. It is intended to show you another option you have. It is aimed at de-programming you from a lifetime of advertising. You have choices that very few know about. Soap nuts faded away into history – and that is exactly what many wanted.

Now we are in the beginning of a new – GREEN – age. More and more people are embracing the importance of finding a natural equilibrium with our world – to find a harmony with it once again. There are many age-old – and much greener ways – to do many of the things we do every day. Cleaning is only one of them. However, since cleaning is such a big part of our lives, understanding all our options is very important. Soap nuts are a fantastic one to know about.

So, what are soap nuts???? What do they do????

Chris

Soap nuts (the natural detergent that actually is found growing on trees) are not “nuts” (in this case you can take the term anyway you desire). They are actually a fruit most commonly referred to as a soapberry. Now, that had to sound really weird, huh? It’s no wonder people are confused. I just referred to a detergent as a fruit, and a detergent growing on trees. Jugs and bottles certainly don’t grow on trees. And also, I certainly would not call wine a grape. Are you confused, yet? I would be. It is my hope that this article clarifies a great deal about what soap nuts actually are. As your understanding grows, such seemingly stupid statements will actually begin to make sense. I’ve dedicated nearly a year intensely studying soap nuts and their inherent properties. From lab test to standing in front of the washing machine, countless hours have been spent. As a large US importer and a product formulator, that’s my job. I hope my work will save you precious time.

Again, soap nuts are a fruit. They produce a substance that is a natural detergent (or soap). It is called saponin. Sapo is actually Latin for soap. There are numerous botanical sources for saponin. What makes the soap nut so special is its extremely high concentration of saponin. It is the saponin that is Mother Nature’s own natural surfactant that effectively acts in the exact same way as a chemical detergent or soap.

Important break: “What the heck is a surfactant?” Excellent question! I’m so glad someone asked!

sur-fac-tant n. A substance or agent, for example, a detergent or a drug, that reduces the surface tension of liquids so that the liquid spreads out, rather than collecting in the form of droplets.

All detergents and soaps are essentially surfactants. It is surfactants that allow for the break up of dirt, grime, oil, grease, etc. in water – and thus enables things to be washed and become cleaned. It’s really that simple. (There are some minor exceptions but this is the KEY thing to realize about how detergents and soaps work.) It is just the fact that most surfactants – that we know of – have come out of chemical labs rather than grown by Mother Nature. I assure you they are not picking fruit at Procter and Gamble. At least not when making detergent. I bet this is beginning to make sense.

Somewhere throughout the ages people started calling the dried soapberries “nuts”. Why? Because they feel and look more like a nut than anything else. They are hard and dry (when they are ready for use) and even a nut-like color. If you picked one up off the ground, your first guess would be: “some kind of nut.” So, there you go. The rest is history. When growing on the tree, soap nuts remind me most of a cherry given their large seed size relative to its pulp and skin. As they are dried in the sun, they become wrinkled and then look reminiscent of a date or an overgrown (big time) raisin – just drier and harder. During their first couple months they will be yellowish to golden in color. As they age they will redden in color. As time continues, they will simply darken and shrink a bit in size. If properly stored in a cool dry environment they can last for years. As with nearly all dried natural or organic fruits, vegetables, etc., if they are not stored properly and allowed to become moist they will blacken and even grow molds. I would not recommend them at that point. (So much for common sense.)

Again, it is the soap nuts’ remarkable ability to produce saponin (that natural soap) in high levels that makes them so incredibly special – the ideal natural detergent, soap and cleaner. As a consumer, you receive them as simply the dried fruits with their seeds removed (usually). However, as an apple is not just an apple, or a grape is not just a grape, a soap nut is not just a soap nut. Do you think a vineyard cares about the type and quality of the grapes they grow? You bet – big time. If all is not right, a year’s harvest could become worthless. Now, the grape is probably the most extreme example that I can think of to make my point. Such is the beauty of extremes – the fundamentals are made easy to understand. It’s such fundamentals that we are going to apply to soap nuts.

Note: Again, the purpose of this article is to provide additional information about soap nuts that may lead to better personal experiences, and most importantly, to assist you in becoming a more informed seller and a greater asset to your customers. Many of you know the fundamentals, but we are now starting to drill into some very interesting nuances that can be puzzling for even the most informed of us.

Firstly, the type, variety and strain: As with grapes, they run the gamut. A vineyard is extremely particular regarding the grapes they grow. Different grapes will produce different wines. With soap nuts, we don’t need to go to that extreme for one reason: There is no culinary aspect to deal with. The value of a soap nut distills (pun intended) down to one thing – saponin. 100% pure saponin (other than the extraction process that can result in significantly different results and qualities) has no variables. It is what it is. It is the concentration of saponin that we must concern ourselves with. From species to species in the Sapindus tree family that grows across the globe, the soap nuts vary greatly. Without going into the many, many varieties in detail (that’s another long article), the fact is that the mukorossi variety contains the most consistently high concentration of saponin. Hence, it is the most prized and highest valued. The Florida soapberry for example is a soap nut, but it simply doesn’t work as well because its saponin concentration pales by comparison. Hence it is not the same as others. So far, easy, right?

Secondly, the harvest and back to grapes: The growers are very precise as to when they harvest. The grapes are checked daily. Only at their optimal point, depending on what the grower wants, are they harvested. Even a day can make a difference. Given that this is November, it is the perfect time of year to address this issue. To keep focus I will refer strictly to mukorossi harvests, albeit the fundamentals are the same for all.

At this time of year (October/November/December) the soapberry is maturing on the trees. From area to area and affected by the year’s weather in the area, we will find soap nuts at various stages in their development. We are dealing with both wild and plantation grown soap nuts. Last years harvest of soap nuts has become dark and the shells have shrunk somewhat in size. Only if stored properly will they still be dry (nut gummy or sticky). The new harvest is, of course, of highest demand and value. However, in the rush to bring newly harvested soap nuts to the market, many soap nuts are prematurely harvested. When prematurely harvested, soap nuts will be a bright gold to yellow color, but also they will be typically small (often in the 2cm range as compared to a mature soapberry at 4cm or larger).

A mature soap nut will have reached its peak in saponin content – the most important factor. Hence, not only are the prematurely harvested soap nuts wasteful in that another six to eight weeks could produce a much more bountiful harvest. But also, they will not be of the quality of a fully mature soap nut. Given drying and shipping times, look for the best quality newly harvested soap nuts to begin showing up in the US in late December, January and February. Properly stored soap nuts from last year’s harvest will be the better choice. If the soap nuts are very dark, gummy and sticky (as is often the case at this time), they have not been stored properly. Hence, look elsewhere for the best quality – regardless of time of year.

Thirdly, the results of inexperience: Most sellers of soap nuts know little more than the average user. Soap nuts are so new to the US and western hemisphere in general, that many sellers are selling only due to the fact that there is a market. Whenever there is a market, there will be sellers (and, of course, buyers). It is a caveat emptor (buyer beware) scenario. The quality of product the buyer receives is largely a function of the questions the buyers ask. Therefore, ASK QUESTIONS. Ask about the species, quality, condition, color and size. Don’t get too hung up on age. The shelf life of soap nuts is very long if properly stored and maintained. Again, ASK. Request representative samples if making a large purchase. Moisture build up, often due to condensation, is probably the leading causes for inferior quality soap nuts to come on the market. Be wary if you think they have been being stored in a garage somewhere (a common scenario). If you don’t get good answers, look for another seller. Be cautious of cheap prices without good, logical reasons. Improperly stored soap nuts are getting bad at this time. Sellers will “fire sale” them. You typically get what you pay for.

Lastly, bottom of the barrel hunting: The two main varieties that are being sold in the US are Sapindus Mukorossi and Sapindus Trifoliatus. Both grow in relatively close proximity, particularly in India. The trifoliatus variety is smaller and less effective. They are not as highly valued. Mixing the varieties is a very common practice among harvesters and exporters. Not even those that are very familiar with soap nuts can immediately identify the difference. Important note: A large amount of soap nuts are pre-packaged overseas for retail in the US to save on labor costs. (This “note” is worthy of its own article, so I will just drop it here.) Hence, not even most US and Canadian sellers can inspect them carefully. NaturOli, is an exception since the final packaging in done in the US. Soap nuts shipped by NaturOli have been hand inspected within only weeks of sale.

So, the bottom line: You need not be a connoisseur (as a wine master) to find quality soap nuts. The very simple, and even common sense, knowledge shared in this article should help you to make much better decisions. Be you a newbie or veteran to soap nuts, you want a good experience – and the most value for your money. Reliable quality and saponin content will ultimately lead to increased affordability. You will never again need to rewash a load, or use more soap nuts than required. A little knowledge goes a long, long way.

Understanding that soap nuts are Mother Nature’s fruits – not lab produced products – is the most critical aspect of being a good user and consumer of them. If you think of soap nuts as a fruit – be it a grape, cherry, or apple  – you are half way home.

At NaturOli, the common phrase one hears everyday is, “Together we can make a difference.” This is heartfelt. I ask of you to share you soap nut experiences with NaturOli. None of us know what we don’t know. As a collective, we all have so much to share – and we can all benefit by such sharing. Being highly informed, honest sellers, we will all develop life-long business and personal relationships. Your input is highly valued and always greatly appreciated. Thank you.

Chris

There are some critical aspects about using soap nuts in non-traditional forms. By “traditional” I refer to the dried soapberries (aka soap nuts) that are put in a cotton bag and tossed in with your laundry. Recently, soap nut powders and liquids are showing up more and more. Isn’t the race for the next new always amusing? The inherent problem with a “race” however is that speed often leads to errors and mistakes. There are very significant issues to be aware of with both these new forms of soap nuts.

NaturOli is taking very proactive steps to make the use of soap nuts much more affordable plus keep them safe for laundry and many other household cleaners. Right when we are all stretching our dollars as far as possible, while also being concerned about all possible health hazards, NaturOli is taking very responsible consumer oriented measures.

It’s important to note that NaturOli has its roots in proprietary natural skin care formulations, hence our perspective in the detergent and cleanser industry is quite unique. As a signer of the Safety in Cosmetics Compact we are bound by much strict policies. We treat detergents and cleansers with the same care and concern as we do topical and beauty industry formulas. The two big issues here involve economics – and most importantly, health concerns.

Let’s start with the economics:

1) NaturOli does not promote use of soap nuts powder. It’s becoming increasing popular by many sellers, but is – by far – the least economical way to use soap nuts. (Guess some people are deciding not to mention that. Well, at least the math isn’t tough.) The problem is that regardless of how finely one powders the shells, the saponin (the all important active ingredient) is not fully released before it ends up down the drain. Not good. Remember this is a fruit – not a synthetic chemical. Hence we must accept and work with its inherent properties. Compare for yourself: A half-ounce of quality soap nuts used in the traditional method (that’s the average weight of five soap nuts) can do three, four, five or even more loads. A half-ounce of powder (the recommended amount to be effective) does ONE load. Period. That’s it. To worsen the problem, sellers are charging a premium for soap nuts powder. Ouch! If soap nuts powder is what you really feel you must have, NaturOli recommends using a coffee grinder and grinding them yourself to the finest dust possible. Try reducing the suggested half-ounce to a third or quarter-ounce. Depending upon your water hardness and machine type, you may be able to use less. Save the pieces that don’t grind to use traditionally. Our lab is working on some really out-of-the-box ways for utilizing powder – without the huge increase in cost per wash. Soap nuts used traditionally and wisely can be as affordable as any effective chemical detergent. If you desire the convenience of powder, simply be aware that presently the convenience comes at a very steep price.

Now – the far more serious warning:

2) Be extremely cautious of ALL soap nuts liquids. This is scary. Our recent review and analysis of an official MSDS (Materials Safety Data Sheet) that was reluctantly provided by an India/Nepal exporter was absolutely frightening. Apparently, in the big rush to quickly get a soap nuts liquid to market, the exporter used less than eco-friendly extraction processes, plus loaded the solution with the cheapest chemical preservatives they could find. As with most botanical extractions and solutions, a pure soap nut liquid will go rancid within days unless preserved in some fashion. (One seller who must have been in a very big hurry to get a liquid to market stopped selling it within weeks. I have some. Wow. Talk about gross!) Essentially some India and Nepal exporters don’t have the mindset for developing a safe and healthy detergent. (Remember it’s a detergent – not a skin care product.) The precious saponin’s inherent healthy, green characteristics were totally destroyed. Essentially everything good about the soap nut was undone. The MDSS read like it was arsenic! I was shocked! It should have a biohazard label on it. IMPORTANT NOTE: This does NOT need to be disclosed to the consumer. A seller can simply label a product with saponin extract and be on safe legal ground. One more time in other words: There are no laws requiring companies to tell you this. Be aware that there’s no FDA requirement of full disclosure for detergents & cleansers. To worsen the problem, you can bet that many soap nuts liquids will be produced, bottled and labeled in India and Nepal. It’s by far the cheapest way to produce it. So PLEASE don’t expect the label to tell you all this. As usual it will only tell you what you want to hear. So, Caveat Emptor! (Buyer beware!) Look for full and complete disclosure of ALL ingredients. Not only are we talking money, but also we are talking about our health. Although saponin is naturally anti-fungal and anti-microbial, once liquefied it will very quickly become rancid and then pose serious health risks. A common sense approach to use of well tested, high quality semi-natural and safe chemical preservatives will be required to extend the shelf life to our required two years. Citric acid simply won’t do the job. If you want to be 100% natural and remain safe from serious fungal and other infectious diseases stay with the traditional methods of usage for now.

(Although this is not the topic of this article, on the note of shelf life: Never expect a TRULY genuine, “natural skin care” or cosmetic product to last two years. Formulas designed for topical application that ultimately will enter your bloodstream, should be used within six months for maximum benefit and effectiveness. Discard after one year.)

NaturOli will only produce our own soap nuts liquids and many other household cleaning solutions in our US lab. Our extracts and MSDS will be safe and benign, yet the wonderful properties and characteristics of the soap nut will be preserved. For your protection and to extend the shelf life as discussed we will use no preservatives rated higher than a three-to-five on the Safety in Cosmetics zero-to-ten rating scale. We feel this is a good compromise since these are not topically applied skin care products or cosmetics. Note that many popular “so-called” healthy, all-natural cosmetics have ratings in the eight-to-ten range. Although not required for detergents and household cleaners, we will act in the spirit of a signer of Skin Deep’s Safety in Cosmetics Compact. All our soap nut formulations (be for personal care or household use) will be very low in rating – as our award winning skin washes and creams already are. There is no rating system for detergents and cleansers, but we can calculate what they would be. Hopefully someday there will be one.

Guess we all can soon stop spending money on rubber gloves – IF we simply be patient and use good judgment.

Good luck, be wise and live green.

Soap nuts uses are unlimited and soap nuts can replace many common household cleaners. Yes, truly natural cleaning products do exist. The saponins in soap nuts have inherent natural cleaning power, antimicrobial and antifungal properties, odor reducing capability, and natural gentleness which combine to provide amazingly safe yet effective chemical free cleaners for a multitude of natural cleaning possibilities.

You will even notice soap nuts shampoo made from soap nuts liquid. NaturOli has many soap nuts saponin-based formulas for both household and personal care that are nearing the end of their research and development pipeline. Stay tuned for many new soap nuts based products to be unveiled. However, if you can boil water, the basics can be in your hands and at use in your home today

Soap nuts liquid recipe:

Place 12 to 15 soap nuts (about 1.5 ounces) in about 6 cups of water. For best results, bring to a boil and simmer for approximately an hour. You will know that you have fully extracted from the soap nuts when they turn very light tan or gray and are mushy. Allow to cool and strain. Store the liquid in an airtight glass jar. As with other botanicals, the infused soap nut solution is best stored in a cool place away from direct sunlight. This 100% pure soap nut solution has absolutely no preservative of any kind; hence it has a limited shelf life of a few days, unless stabilized. Refrigeration will extend its shelf life. This is typical of virtually all water-based botanical solutions. We are infusing our proprietary liquid soap nuts formulas with specific natural preservatives that will greatly extend shelf life, yet still be safe and chemical free. For the make-at-home solution, simply don’t make more than you’ll use in a few days. 

The following is only a very short list of some natural cleaning alternatives using soap nuts liquid.

Chemical Free Multi-purpose Household Cleaner
Pour soap nuts liquid into a spray bottle. Use full strength or dilute as desired. Use for sinks, counters, floors, etc.

Chemical Free Window and Glass Cleaner:
Fill a spray bottle with about 8 oz of water. Add a half-ounce of soap nuts liquid and a half-ounce of vinegar. Spray and then wipe clean with dry cloth.

Chemical Free Dishwashing Detergent:
Fill the dishwasher soap dispenser with soap nuts liquid. Wash as usual. Tip: For extra sparkle, add a half-ounce of vinegar to the rinse dispenser or during the rinse cycle.

Chemical Free Steam Cleaning Carpets:
Soap nuts liquid works exceptionally well in carpet cleaners because it is so low sudsing and odor reducing. Add about a quarter cup of soap nuts liquid to hot water in the portable cleaner. Great for urine stains.

Chemical Free Jewelry Cleaner:
Soak jewelry in soap nuts liquid for a few minutes. Use an old soft toothbrush to remove debris. Rinse with clean water and polish with a soft cloth. Soap nuts have been used as a fantastic jewelry cleaner for eons.

Chemical Free Pet Shampoo:
Soap nuts also have a natural insect repellent property so not only will your pets be naturally cleaned they’ll be less likely to attract various pests such as fleas, ticks, and lice. The natural antifungal properties of soap nuts are perfect for pets with skin irritations, rashes, and hot spots. Soap nuts liquid is also perfect for washing pet bedding.

Chemical Free Shampoo:
Use soap nuts liquid to shampoo hair. Leave in for about 5 minutes.
Rinse as usual with luke warm water, or diluted vinegar. If you prefer more suds, add a little your favorite shampoo. We know it’s hard not to want more suds.

If you are interested in buying soap nuts for personal use please visit NaturOli Soap Nuts

NaturOli Beautiful, LLC  http://naturoli.com has launched a groundbreaking program to allow retailers both large and small to have the opportunity to buy wholesale soap nuts in bulk for resale both online and in retail stores.

Whether you are a small e-commerce site focused on green cleaning products, natural baby care products, cloth diapers, or healthy alternatives; or if you are a major retailer who wants to expand your offering of natural laundry detergent and chemical free cleaning products, NaturOli has a program customized to fit your exact needs. NaturOli also offers a proprietary soap nuts liquid concentrate (Extreme 18X) that we formulate and package in the US. We are constantly expanding our line of soap nuts products, including our recent addition a soap nuts soap bar and upcoming soap nuts shampoo bar, as well as future US produces soap nuts based natural cleaning and personal care products.

While most of the program details and services will be offered only to approved NaturOli resellers, through a secure log in,  we want to share the basics of our programs so you can see just how comprehensive our wholesale soap nuts program is.

This is an opportunity to get in on the ground floor of a program that will revolutionize awareness of natural detergent alternatives to synthetic chemical cleaners and soap nuts in North America. Please visit our wholesale soap nuts application page to begin the process of becoming a NaturOli soap nuts reseller.

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BTW: If you are still relatively new to Soap Nuts. saponin and the many health and environmental benefits they offer, reading consumer “Frequently Asked Questions” (with good answers) – is a always a great way to quickly learn much more.

For likely the most extensive list of Soap Nut user’s FAQs available online, Visit SoapNuts.pro

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