Soap nut powder comes from the dried soap nut of the species Sapindus, & is naturally rich in Saponin which is released when mixed with water. Soapnuts are naturally cleansing without the harshness of chemical soaps & detergents which contain SLS, & are perfectly natural & environmentally friendly. The soap nut powder can be mixed with water in order to wash/scour natural yarns & fabrics prior to natural dyeing. It can also be used as an ingredient in natural soaps, cosmetics & shampoos, or can be simply mixed with water & used on its own. A perfect natural way to wash anything - 100% plant based, & eco-friendly. Supplied in a 50g pack Natural Soap Nut Powder