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Citric Acid

Citric Acid

“Beautifully packaged, perfect for making dishwasher rinse aid, fabric softener and hair conditioner rinse.”

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Natural, biodegradable cleaning agent perfect for descaling, removing stains, and deodorising. It excels in DIY cleaning solutions, ensuring a clean, eco-friendly home without harsh chemicals.

What is it?

A natural, organic acid found in citrus fruits, citric acid has been used for centuries for its powerful cleaning properties. It is biodegradable and non-toxic, making it an ideal ingredient for eco-friendly cleaning.

Citric acid excels at descaling, removing stains, and deodorising, making it perfect for DIY cleaning solutions such as bathroom cleaners, kitchen sprays, and laundry additives. Its ability to break down mineral deposits and neutralise odours ensures a clean and sustainable home.

  • Ingredient: Citric Acid pharmaceutical grade
  • Chemical Formula: C₆H₈O₇
  • pH level: Approx. 3.5


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Key Benefits

The Cleaning Vinegar Alternative
An efficient and budget-friendly alternative to cleaning vinegar. While cleaning vinegar is a staple for eco-conscious cleaning, citric acid offers similar acidity, making it a potent degreaser, descaler, and stain remover. It's often more affordable and doesn't have the potent vinegar scent.

Remarkable Cleaning Abilities
Its chelating properties mean it excels in breaking down mineral deposits, limescale, and stubborn stains. From coffee makers to faucets and showerheads, citric acid dissolves build-up with ease, restoring shine and function without the overpowering vinegar odour.

Effervescent Magic
Ever marvelled at the fizzing wonder of bath bombs? Citric acid is the secret behind that delightful effervescence. Adding it to your DIY beauty and bath creations not only enhances the fizz but also contributes to a refreshing, invigorating experience.

Cost-Effective 
Compared to store-bought cleaning products and specialised descaling solutions, citric acid's cost effectiveness shines. A small amount goes a long way, providing savings without compromising on results.

Eco-Friendly Choice
Compared to certain synthetic chemicals, it is considered more environmentally friendly, aligning with your commitment to greener living.

Usage Tips

Kitchen

  • Dilute to make an acid solution like cleaning vinegar
  • Use a solution to descale kettles, coffee makers, and other small kitchen appliances affected by limescale buildup.
  • Sprinkle citric acid on a damp sponge and scrub cutting boards.
  • To clean and deodorise the dishwasher, place a bowl with 1/2 cup of citric acid on the top rack and run an empty dishwasher
  • Dilute to make rinse aid solution for dishwasher

Laundry

  • Add a teaspoon to the rinse cycle as a natural fabric softener
  • Cleans and removes limescale build-up in the washing machine, simply run a hot load with a few tablespoons

Bathroom

  • Removes limescale and mineral deposits from the showerhead
  • Sprinkle in toilet bowel before scrubbing
  • Mix with Bicarb Soda to make bath, shower and toilet fragrance bombs

General

  • Perfect for window and glass cleaning
  • Add to hot water for floor cleaning

Check out our DIY Recipe Hub for natural cleaning products you can make at home

Packaging

Your ingredients are freshly packed when you order, with the option to fill your chosen container.

  • 750ml Apothecary Jar - These charming jars offer a practical and decorative storage solution, perfect for adding a vintage touch to your home. Please note this is decorated amber and not pure amber glass, however, it is made from recycled glass adding to the charm. They have a wide mouth for easy filling and the inside of the lid measures approx. one tablespoon, making it a handy tool.

  • Eco-Friendly Earth Bags - Made from brown recycled paper and a 100% natural corn-based biofilm, are both renewable and compostable. For optimal disposal, we recommend commercial composting after removing any tin ties and labels. Under the right conditions, these bags can decompose in about six months. Due to their compostable nature, Earth Bags are best for short-term ingredient storage. For long-term storage, transfer your ingredients to an airtight container.

 

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Save Money 

DIY cleaners are much cheaper than store-bought options, saving you money in the long run while still providing effective cleaning power.

Healthier 

You control the ingredients, which means no harmful chemicals, synthetic fragrances, or plastic waste

Eco-friendly and ethical

Our ingredients are biodegradable, septic-safe, vegan-friendly, and ethically sourced, ensuring minimal impact on the planet and supporting ethical practices.

Fun & empowering

Making your own cleaners gives you a sense of control and accomplishment, knowing exactly what goes into your cleaning routine and taking a hands-on approach to maintaining a healthier home.

Support small ethical 

By choosing us, you're supporting a small family business right here in Melbourne. With the help of my husband, daughter, and our Cavoodle Maxi, we’re on a big mission to make cleaning simpler, greener, and kinder!

Customer Reviews

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Damien D. (Byron Bay, AU)
Under Your Sink

Ingredients were packaged perfectly and worked perfectly... sounds like a perfect business! Wishing them all the best.

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Gillian H. (Sydney, AU)
Excellent Toilet Cleaner

Fast and effective at removing stains in the toilet.

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Susi W. (Melbourne, AU)
Ctric Acid

Hi there,
I have been using citric acid as a fabric softener for 8 years from under your sink. The research Analise puts into sourcing her products is stainable and ethical, and financially viable. I would recommend any product from under your sink.

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Amy L.
Perfect

beautifully packaged,
Perfect for making dishwasher rinse aid, fabric softener and hair conditioner rinse

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Chloe B.
Vegetable glycerin & citric acid

Has made my body was so lovely on the skin. Quick turn around time. Lovely service will be ordering again. Thank you