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FAQ * Kasia SO-BERRY FRESH SOAP NUTS
Kasia SO-BERRY FRESH SOAP NUTS
Saponin Is The Key
The fruit of the soapberry tree produces saponin, which naturally protects the fruit by repelling bugs, bacteria and fungus. Approximately 15% of the outer fruit of the soapberry is made up of saponin. The seed, which is removed during harvesting, does not contain any saponin.
Frequently Asked Questions
1. Can you use soapberries (aka soapnuts) if you have a nut allergy?
The mislabeling of soapberries as soapnuts causes a lot of confusion on this topic. However, these are truly berries and not nuts and they won’t cause any kind of nut allergy.
2. How do they work?
Soapberries contain saponin, which makes water “wetter” and holds dirt suspended in water until they are rinsed away.
3. Will they remove stains?
They are effective at removing everyday stains but you may need to use a separate stain treatment for more stubborn ones.
4. Can they be used for anything other than laundry?
Yes! They can be used for cleaning a broad range of things (see below)
5. Will my whites stay white?
For best results separate your colors and whites. You can ad borax to the white wash for extra whitening.
6. Are they safe to use in all machines (high efficiency, front and top loaders)?
Absolutely - just remember to keep them in the wash bag provided (or alternatively an old sock tied at the top) to prevent the berries from getting stuck in the machine’s filter. They are great for front loading machines because they naturally produce very little foam.
7. Is it ok to leave them in the rinse cycle?
Yes. There is no residue to wash away. The saponin in the soapberry is released in warm water. Cold water is used in the rinse cycle. The saponin remaining in the rinse cycle adds body and softness to your laundry.
8. Will soapberries maintain my colors?
Yes! Soapberries will not deteriorate colors as do commercial detergents.
9. Can I use soapberries with cold water?
Yes! The saponins in the soapberry release more slowly in cold than warm water, but they still work effectively. It’s best to soak the soapberries in warm water to release the saponins.
10. Do I need to use fabric softener?
Saponins contained in soapberries leave your laundry beautifully soft, so there is no need for a commercial fabric softener.
11. Are soapberries safe to use on my really delicate clothes?
Yes! Soapberries have been used for centuries for the most delicate of silk and wool fabrics and can be safely used without bleaching out color.
12. Can soapberries be used to handwash clothes?
Yes. You can either make up a soapberry solution or else you can soak the soapberries for a few minutes in their bag in warm water.
13. I can’t see any bubbles in my wash - how can they be working?
Foam is not related to the effectiveness of the cleaning product. Although some soaps naturally foam, commercial detergents are generally low foaming with a foaming agent added to increase the perception of cleaning power.
14. Do soapberries have a lifespan? Will they lose effectiveness over time?
Provided soapberries are kept in a dry place, they should remain as effective as the day you bought them.
15. Are soapberries good for washing cloth diapers?
Yes. Soapberries are all natural, and contain no harsh chemicals that will irritate your baby’s skin and cause diaper rash. Soapberries naturally soften and add body to laundry - without “clogging up” the fibers of the diapers. In fact, soapberries will “strip” the diaper of build-up caused by commercial detergents, and increase the diaper’s absorbency. Soapberries gently and effectively eliminate all lingering smells.
16. Are soapberries safe for my baby’s laundry?
Yes. Soapberries are 100% natural and hypoallergenic, and they do not contain added chemicals or fragrances which can often lead to skin irritation in babies and others with skin sensitivities.
17. Are soapberries safe for my septic system?
Definitely. Soapberries are anti-microbial and are actually beneficial for both septic and greywater systems. Also, because soapberries are 100% natural and biodegradable, it’s completely safe to put the soapberry liquid down the drain.
18. Eczema, psoriasis, dermatitis and other itchy or bumpy symptoms
Soapberries are especially great for those with sensitive skin - including babies and those that suffer from allergies, eczema, psoriasis, and dermatitis ! They are natural treatments of eczema and are great for those with bumps symptoms such as hands bumps, bumps on fingers, nose bumps, finger bumps, dry bumps, . Soapberries are extremely gentle and chemical free - alleviating the potential for problems for eczema babies. Liquid or sheet fabric softeners may also irritate skin, but since soapberries make your laundry soft and fluffy, those commercial products are unnecessary!
19. Are soapberries safe for those with sensitive skin, skin disorders or rashes?
Yes! Soapberries are natural soap and hypoallergenic. Commercial detergents can easily irritate skin and are one of the causes of rash. Soapberries do not contain added chemicals or fragrance which often irritate people with skin sensitivities, sensitive facial reactions to chemicals or those with rash conditions such as sore rash, small rash, rash spots, rash eyes, red itch, red sweat, blisters white, rash swelling, face blisters, rash lips, rash fingers, body soars, nose blisters, finger rash, red spots rash, redness rash, back rashes, and rashes on arms.
20. What about my allergies to soap?
Soapberries are 100% non-allergenic. They are ideal for people who normally suffer from allergies to soap and have an allergic face or other body parts. Most allergic reactions to soap are due to added chemicals and fragrance. Soapberries are naturally grown and chemical free.
21. The end product still goes down the drain. Does that hurt the environment?
No. Soapberries are anti-microbial. This means that they actually help in breaking down the grey water in your septic system. They are 100% green eco friendly and cleaner environmentally.
Preserving your Soap nuts liquid.
FREEZING: You can freeze the liquid in ice cube trays. Depending on the size of each cube, use 2 or 3 per load of laundry. If each cube holds about 1 Tbsp. Use 2 cubes.
PRESERVING: Use clean quart jars.Place the equivalent of 7-10 soap nuts in each jar. (it’s better to use smaller soap nut pieces). Fill with boiling water but leave a ½ in. space at the top.Place the lid on securely.
WATER BATH: Place the jars in the boiling water. Make sure to cover the jars completely. Bring to a rolling boil and boil for 30 minutes. Remove jar from boiling water and let cool.
Soapberries are used for More Than Just Laundry…just about anything!
DISHWASHER: Fill the soap dispenser with the liquid. Make sure to scrape the dishes clean first. Add vinegar to the rinse dispenser and your dishes will sparkle.
ALL PURPOSE CLEANER: Keep the liquid in a spray bottle and use to clean the bathroom, kitchen, floors etc. Add a few drops of essential oil to make different scents.
STEAM CLEANING SPOT TREATMENT: Add 3 Tbsp.To 1 gallon hot water and use in a portable steam cleaner. Great for getting out urine smells and stains.
WINDOW & GLASS CLEANER: Fill a spray bottle with 1 Tbsp. Vinegar and 1 Tbsp. Soap nuts liquid fill with water. Polish with a dry cloth or newspaper.
CLEANING JEWELRY: Soak your jewelry in the liquid for a few minutes. Use a old soft toothbrush to gently remove debris. Rinse with clean water and polish with a dry cloth.
HAND WASHING SILKS and DELICATES: Add 1 or 2 tsp. Soap nuts liquid or powder to warm water. Gently wash your delicates. Rinse with warm water and hang or lay flat to dry.
MOSQUITO REPELLENT: Spray liquid on your hands and rub onto bare arms, legs or face. Safe and gentle to use for babies and children.
LIQUID HAND SOAP: Fill a regular or foaming pump bottle with the liquid and use to wash your hands. It will not create tons of lather, but will clean hands well. Add a few drops essential oils to make a germ-killing soap.
FOR PETS: Use the liquid to wash your pet’s fur. Will leave the fur soft and manageable. Also can be sprayed directly on pet to help repel mosquitoes.
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JULY 19 Seminar: Stress, Hormones, Detox, Gut Health & Inhibited Weightloss!
Julie Tebben is back to join Kasia Salon and Friends to learn why and how to address the three top weightloss and wellness inhibitors :
RSVP NOW!
Your Sexy Hormones
Digestive system
Detoxification Pathways
Informed Beauty, YOU will receive:
• Truth about Fad Diets and Myths • Recipe Ideas • Testing Suggestions • Relation to- and tips on Skin and Hair Health and MORE
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The hormonal system regulates our metabolic rate and controls how we burn body fat, the digestive system provides us the nutrients we need to burn body fat and the detoxification system, when not working properly, prevents the burning of fat stores.
Date: Monday, July 19th
Time: 6:15 pm
Where: Kasia Organic Salon
Brief Preview:
Those Crazy Hormones.
Most weight gain can be traced to the adrenal, or stress, hormones. The adrenal hormone cortisol, best known for its pivotal role in responding to stress, also promotes the burning of body fat, helps regulate emotions, and counters inflammation —
Adrenal Exhaustion
Poor diets, lack of exercise and sleep, and long work hours leave bodies in a chronic state of stress, leaving your restorative functions impaired.
Yes, your fatigued but here are some other adrenal rhythm impacts:
* Skin regeneration, causing wrinkles and premature aging
* Sleep quality, leading to trouble falling and staying asleep
* Bone health, which creates osteopenia or bone loss
* Muscle and joint function, leading to achy arthritis-type joint pain and neck, shoulder, and lower back pain
* Immune function, leading to frequent illness
The Digestive System
Referred as the "mother" system because it feeds our body tissues with the nutrients we need to function.
A well functioning digestive system is an crucial first step in any weight loss and wellness, as your body needs to absorb key vitamins, minerals, and fatty acids to properly regulate metabolism and burn fat.
Problems with the digestive system and hormonal system are the most common underlying causes of weight gain.
Intestinal fungal overgrowth, which triggers over consumption of carbohydrates and sweets and digestive tract and food sensitivities play a part in weight gain.
The Detoxification System
Detoxification pathways remove harmful chemicals generated from normal body functions.
Toxicity also leads to weight loss resistance. Toxins are stored in fat tissue in the body and people who are overweight will hold on to fat tissue tenaciously in an attempt to protect the body from the damage that would be caused by the release of these stored toxins.
In addition, liver toxicity leads to weight gain through fluid retention and bloating as the body attempts to buffer or neutralize the negative effects of toxins on the body.
RSVP and Learn the INFORMED BEAUTY way to Improving your “Three Systems”
Learn why and how to improve the three top weightloss and wellness inhibitors — hormonal, digestive, and detoxification —by applying the principles presented in our upcoming workshop with Julie Tebben!
Meet the EXPERT.....
Ms. Julie Tebben RNC, WHNP from the MN Natural Medicine Clinic.
Julie is an experienced certified nurse practitioner with advanced training in Functional Medicine (your body functioning properly at the cellular level) and application of bioidentical hormones. Her focus in on women's health, age management, and the functional management of chronic illlness.
Kassie will breifly speak about the New ADDITOINS to Kasia Salon, and how you can benefit from them.
Additional Reference: Dr. Kalish
July 4th Iced Tea with $40 in Savings + Skin Health!
Kasia SO-BERRY FRESH SOAP NUTS
organic all-purpose cleaner
USDA CERTIFIED • ORGANIC • ALLERGY-FREE
A SAFE ALTERNATIVE TO CHEMICAL CLEANERS
Common laundry detergents contain phosphates, ammonia, phenol, brighteners, artificial fragrances, EDTA and SLS, all which can remain on your clothes after washing.
This residue can cause skin irritation (rashes, itching, allergic reactions) and sinus problems, as well as long-term toxic effects on the environment.
Kasia’s Organic ‘Berry-Fresh Soap Nuts’ are . . .
. . . perfect for sensitive skin (such as eczema, psoriasis and allergies) because they are naturally antibacterial, antifungal and antimicrobial. No added chemicals or perfumes are added. . . . more effective than toxic detergents. Your colors remain bright, fabric structure is maintained, odors are eliminated and static cling is reduced. Use on all fabrics — at all temperatures — in top or front loading machines. Tough on odors and stains; soft on delicates. . . . economical. Soap Nuts cost much less than chemical detergents — laundry is cleaned for less than 13 cents per load! Plus, no fabric softener is needed and they offer an unlimited shelf life. . . . multi-purpose. Use them to clean virtually in your home. . . . ecological. Soap Nuts do not pollute, are safe for septic systems, and are 100% biodegradable and compostable! . . . grown on Sapindus Mukrossi trees found in the Himalayans. (Beware of cheaper, smaller and darker soap nuts available on the internet. They contain lower levels of the active ingredient saponin, and therefore are less effective at cleaning.)
Basic Directions and Recipes ...so FRESH!
how to use for laundry
1. Put 5–6 Soap Nuts (about 1/2 oz.) into a ‘wash bag.’ If desired, add in your favorite Essential Oil for extra antimicrobial properties and scent. 2. Toss bag in washing machine with dirty laundry. 3. Reuse wash bag 4–7 times — or more. (Note: Number of loads vary due to water temperature, hardness, washer type, duration of cycles, etc.) how to use as a liquid detergent for everyday cleaning Soap Nuts also are a safe replacement for many chemical-based, multi-purpose cleaners. Liquify the Soap Nuts and use the solution to clean windows, bathrooms, kitchens and floors. It can also serve as liquid hand soap, laundry soap for ultra delicates and shampoo.
“Liquid Soap Nut Soak” Recipe
1. Bring four cups of water to a boil in a heavy sauce pan with a lid. 2. Turn off the heat and toss 6–8 Soap Nuts in the saucepan with the hot water. 3. Cover the sauce pan. Let it sit overnight. 4. In the morning, remove and discard the remaining shells. 5. Pour the cooled liquid into a container with a lid.
Give your Soap Nut Soak a scent of essential oils — lemon or tea tree oil for bathroom cleanser, lavender for cold water laundry loads, and sweet orange for dishwasher cleaning liquid. This batch of Soap Nut Soak will wash at least 8 loads of laundry use 1/4 to 1/2 cup for each load).
$21.95 for nearly 200 wash loads!
Learn more here for additional tips and FAQ of Kasia FRESH Soap Nuts!
Underlying cause of bags, dark circles, wrinkles and Upcoming Wkshp!
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Thank you! From the whole team at Kasia Organic SalonUnderlying cause of bags and dark circles and.. what causes wrinkles?
Mr. Golden Sun and Mr. Pollute, what have you done for me lately?
Research suggests that the sun is what causes wrinkles and 80% of all of the signs of aging and the other 20% of the signs of aging are caused by toxins and environmental damage.
Free of artificial preservatives, parabens, or other harfmul ingredients, Kasia onCure takes the efficient, but safe approach to treating under-eye wrinkles and the other signs of aging.
The eye area is one of the first regions of the face to show the signs of ageing. The skin around the eyes is deprived of oil glands and is very delicate and that’s why the skin doesn’t have a protection against the environments influences and UV rays.
Other underlying cause of bags and dark circles is poorly circulating fluids due to weakening capillaries. You can improve the strength of those capillaries, with the right nutrients internally, as well as applied directly in order to quickly get rid of wrinkles, bags and circles.
There is More!
To get rid of eye wrinkles, you also need to stimulate the production of collagen and elastin. Kasia onCure delivers amino acid protein peptides that have been proven scientifically to help you do just that.
Kasia OnCure Eye Cream
Benefits:
* Reduces dark circles, shadows and fine lines. * Prevents puffiness and reduces eye bags. * Reinforces firmness and tone.
Beneficial Ingredients
Prunus Armeniaca (apricot) Kernel Oil
Commonly referred to as Apricot Kernel Oil, this oil is pressed from the kernels of the Apricot fruit. It is rich in essential fatty acids, which are vital components of the human organism. As a result, this nourishing oil helps to replenish and rebuild the skin
Borago Officinalis (borage) Seed Oil
Used to prevent aging and wrinkles by fighting dehydration and the loss of skin elasticity. Borage also stimulates skin cell regeneration and rejuvenation, and is rich in minerals and linoleic acid.
Butyrospermum Parkii (shea) Butter
Kasia chooses shea butter for it’s unique fatty acid profile, which gives the ability to moisturize and retain the elasticity of the skin.
Chrysin
Chrysin is a naturally occurring flavone, extracted from the blue passion flower. It promotes the elimination of blood originating pigments from under the eyes. Chrysin eliminates the by-products of hemoglobin degradation, which aids in reducing the appearance of dark under eye circles.
Palmitoyl Tetrapeptide-3
Kasia trusts this protein will bring direct action to noticeably reduce under eye puffiness in four weeks. This product is clinically proven to help correct poor drainage by increasing the lymphatic exchange and achieving proper circulation of the extra cellular fluids. This powerful peptide counteracts skin slackening, perking up and increasing the firmness of the fragile skin area around the eye.
It also decreases irritation that could lead to puffiness.
he skin around the eyes is very delicate and sensitive, and that’s why you should use special eye creams or gels that are specifically made for the delicate eye area. Most of them contain ingredients that relax the muscles, vitamins, retinol and collagen.
Other tips for treating wrinkles
* Always apply sunscreen, especially during the summer months
* Avoid using creamy eye shadows- they may seep into your fine lines and accentuate them even more
* Get plenty of sleep
* Drink lots of water, at least 1.5 liter
* Wear hats and black sunglasses especially during the summer
* Avoid smoking – it makes you squint and deprive your skin from “air”
* Take vitamins and eat lots of vegetables and fruits
