This project was initiated in 2003 as a result of the research of an alternative to diminish the pollution of the marine and fresh waters caused by the detergents. It affects the waters of the developing countries as Peru where the wastewaters are spilt to the sea and rivers.

An Eco-friendly Detergent made of a native Peruvian plant

Our eco-friendly formula uses a resin extracted from the fruit of the plant known as Boliche (Sapindus saponaria sp.).

This plant has been domesticated by the ancient Peruvians and used for centuries; vestiges of his existence have thought in La Galgada (Archaeological site – Ancash, Peru) that it dates from 2662 to 2000 B.C

This resin is an active agent of the detergent which is able to work with less aggressive means and with high wash effectiveness.

Our formula does not contain harsh petroleum based detergents or synthetic perfumes; it is an ideal choice for baby clothes and people with sensitive skin.

Our laundry soap is made in small batches, yet the cost per load is comparable to conventional brands. The process also allows to recycle the residues produced after the extraction of the resin. These residues are recycled as a granulated material that can be used in the preparation of earth blocks which are the traditional material of construction. In consequence, the process of production allows to save energy and materials.

By buying our product, customers will not only support the environment, they will also benefit from a healthier life and increase the household income of people who come from rural communities. Using this detergent will therefore also have a positive impact on the housing environment and the health of these families.

We are proud to develop an all-natural laundry soap that's free of perfumes, dyes, fillers, phosphates, chlorine and petroleum based products and it’s a low-cost detergent.

This project is a good example of improving business practices around the use of renewable resources with a positive environmental impact and produces significant social benefits.

In Peru, 54% of the population has an income that is below the poverty line and 32% of the population is below the extreme poverty line. Even today, in some parts of Peru, Peruvian rural communities regularly suffer from starvation. The objective is also to start a new company that will successfully manufacture and sell this product to contribute to the reduction of poverty and the improvement of the standard of living of these communities.

 

The strategic approach to achieving more sustainable use of natural resources should lead over time to improved resource efficiency, together with a reduction in the negative environmental impact of resource use, so that overall improvements in the environment go hand in hand with growth.