Soapnuts or Soapberries have being used as natural wash for centuries in India and Nepal where they originate from. They are antimicrobial and contain special compound, saponin, that acts as surfactant and activates with water to remove grime, oil and dirt from clothes. Absolutely safe for the most sensitive skin and babies, it can confidently replace conventional chemical detergents. Since, it is a fruit, it can be safely used by those who have nut allergy. And it's environmentally friendly too! What can be better than that? Packed in unbleached cotton muslin bag. Enough for 5-6 loads.The sample contains 3-4 nuts - enough for small load.-----Organic Soapnuts.-----Take out few nuts from the cotton muslin bag, leaving about 4-5 in it. Tie the bag securely and place it with your dirty load. After you done, open the bag and let the nuts dry out for next use. After few uses they change color and will look mushy, you can just compost it in your garden and use the next fresh batch.----- For external use only