One Product, Many Uses: Why We Love Castile Soap

Simple. Safe. Surprisingly Versatile.

If there’s one product we think every low-tox home needs, it’s Castile soap. Plant-based, biodegradable and gentle on skin, this unassuming multitasker is the ultimate minimalist essential, one bottle, so many uses.

Whether you're washing your hands, mopping your floors or refilling your foaming soap dispenser, Castile soap keeps things clean without the harsh chemicals.

So how do you use it? Here are our favourite ways.

7 Everyday Uses for Castile Soap

1. Hand & Body Wash
Mix 1 part Castile soap with 3 parts water in a foaming pump dispenser. Add a few drops of essential oil for a custom scent.

→ A gentle, toxin-free alternative to conventional soaps.

2. Multipurpose Surface Spray
Mix ¼ cup Castile soap with 1L warm water. Add lemon or eucalyptus essential oil.
Use on benchtops, sinks and even grubby highchairs.

→ Safe enough for kids, powerful enough for messes.

3. DIY Dishwashing Liquid
Add a few squirts of Castile soap to warm water in your sink or sponge.
For extra grease-fighting power, add a sprinkle of baking soda.

→ No synthetic foaming agents. Just clean dishes.

4. Floor Cleaner
In a bucket, mix 2 tbsp Castile soap with 4L hot water.
Mop as usual — no rinse required.

→ Perfect for wood, tile and laminate floors.

5. Fruit & Veggie Wash
Add a few drops of Castile soap to a bowl of water. Soak produce for 30 seconds, then rinse well.

→ A gentle way to remove dirt and residue, naturally.

6. Pet Wash
Lather a small amount of Castile soap with water. Rinse thoroughly.
Always spot test and avoid essential oils unless pet-safe.

→ A gentle, fragrance-free option for sensitive pets.

7. Makeup Brush or Sponge Cleanser
Swirl brushes in warm water with a few drops of Castile soap. Rinse and lay flat to dry.

→ No synthetic residue on your skin tools.