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Why mix sugar and soap?
Degreasing power of soap: Soap (in bar or flake form) has detergent properties that facilitate the removal of grease and dirt.
Slightly abrasive action of sugar: Sugar crystals, both soluble and sufficiently rough, can help to gently exfoliate or strip. Combined with soap, they reinforce the effectiveness of cleaning, especially for slightly dirty surfaces.
Thanks to the heat of boiling water, the sugar dissolves in part, forming a slightly thick texture. Result: a cleaning product that is more economical than many detergents sold in stores.
Recipe for the “sugar-soap” cleaner
Ingredients
1 liter of water
1 soap (preferably Marseille soap or neutral soap, about 100 g)
4 tablespoons of sugar (white or brown, your choice)
Optional:
A few drops of essential oil (lemon, lavender, tea tree, etc.) to perfume and strengthen the antibacterial action.
1 tablespoon of baking soda, if you want an even more degreasing effect.
Equipment
A large enough saucepan
A wooden spoon or spatula for mixing
A container (bottle or pump bottle) to store the preparation
Step-by-step preparation
Boil the water: Pour 1 liter of water into your saucepan and bring to the boil.
Grate or cut the soap: The smaller it is in pieces (or shavings), the easier it will dissolve.
Add the soap: Gradually add the soap shavings to the boiling water while mixing gently.
Add the sugar: Once the soap is well dissolved, add 4 tablespoons of sugar. Mix gently to help it dissolve.
Reduce the heat: Let it simmer over low heat for a few minutes, just long enough for the mixture to become homogeneous.
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