What is the full list of ingredients that goes into your product?

We use 100% naturally derived ingredients in all our formulations. Every ingredient is clearly listed on the product label and on the product page on our website. We believe in complete ingredient transparency — no hidden chemicals, no misleading claims.

What is the shelf life or expiry date of your products?

The base of our product is bioenzyme, made by fermenting pineapple — a process similar to making vinegar or wine. That means it is naturally self-preserving. However, for regulatory and documentation purposes, we mention a shelf life of 2 years. When stored properly, it remains effective well beyond that.

Does the product foam?

Yes, but not in the way chemical cleaners do. Our key ingredient is soap nuts, which have natural foaming properties. However, they need to be hydrated and slightly agitated to produce foam. The foam generated is just the right amount needed for cleaning, not for show.
Unlike synthetic foaming agents like SLS or SLES, which are designed to create excessive foam to appeal to your psychology, our foam is functional. You don’t need a mountain of foam to clean effectively — that’s just marketing. What you get here is real cleaning, not a bubble show.

Do your products contain fragrance?

We use only 100% pure essential oils, extracted through traditional distillation methods. You won’t find any synthetic fragrances or chemically derived "natural" scents in our products. This ensures a gentle, plant-based aroma without the risks associated with artificial fragrance compounds.

How is your packaging sustainable?

We are based in Uttarakhand, close to many tourist regions where plastic waste is a growing concern. To tackle this, we rescue plastic bottles that are in good condition, deep clean and UV-sanitize them, and reuse them — reducing the need for new plastic. These are packed in 100% recycled cardboard boxes that are plastic-free, recyclable, andfully home compostable.

New plastic(HDPE most reused and recycled) is used only for our 5L bulk packs, where higher volume reduces the overall packaging footprint. For those who prefer less packaging, we also offer a naked bottle option at a lower price, delivered without any outer box.

How is it different from other plant-based cleaners?

We have one of the very few 100% naturally derived formulations on the market. Most brands use the term “plant-based” loosely — often referring to plant-derived versions of the same harmful chemicals, like SLS or SLES. Just ask any brand what percentage of their product is actually natural — you’ll likely find it’s far from 100%.

Also, terms like “biodegradable” are used casually. Many synthetic compounds may eventually degrade, but only after months in water bodies, by which time the damage is already done.
Our formulation avoids that altogether by using truly natural, water-safe ingredients that are gentle on both your home and the planet.

What is bioenzyme ?

Bioenzymes are biological cleaning agents produced through the anaerobic fermentation of organic waste such as fruit peels, jaggery, and water by microorganisms like bacteria and yeasts. During fermentation, these microbes generate enzymes such as amylase, protease, and lipase, which break down starches, proteins, and fats respectively.

How to make bioenzyme at home ?

Believe it or not, you only need three ingredients to start brewing your own bio enzyme: jaggery, fruit peels and water.

The formula is famously simple (some say simpler than making a cup of tea): just remember the ratio 1 : 3 : 10 – that’s 1-part jaggery (grams) , 3-parts organic waste (grams) & 10-parts water (millilitres).

What is science behind Bio-Enzymes ?

When you mix jaggery, fruit peels, and water in the right amounts, you create a sweet, watery base that natural microbes love. These microbes are already present on the fruit peels. In the first few days, they start eating the sugars, multiply quickly, and give off bubbles (carbon dioxide) and alcohol. That’s how the fermentation begins.

As microbes multiply, they need to break down more complex plant material (like fibers, oils, and proteins). To do that, they naturally secrete enzymes like:

  • Amylase - breaks down starch
  • Protease - breaks down proteins
  • Lipase - breaks down fats

After about 30 days, a new type of microbe comes in and turns the alcohol into a mild vinegar-like acid. This makes the liquid a little sour and prevents harmful germs from growing. It also keeps the good enzymes active. After 90 days, what you get is a powerful, natural cleaner—made from waste, by nature.

What is the step-by-step 90-day method for making bioenzymes ?

Day 0:
1:3:10 in plastic bottle. Close cap loosely. Shake well.
Day 1–30:
Open cap daily to release gas (degas). Shake gently. Keep in shade.
Day 31–60:
Degas every 2–3 days. Shake lightly.
Day 61–90:
Let it rest. Degas only if needed.
Day 90:
Filter and store. Ready to use!

What is happening inside in these 90 days?

Day 0:
Microbes from the peels enter the mix, and fermentation setup begins.

Day 1–30:
Microbes eat the sugars & multiply, producing alcohol and CO₂ gas (bubbles). This is the most active stage—gas builds up, so you degas daily. Enzymes starts forming on day 5, peak in day 30 & continues up to day 60.

Day 31–60:
The microbes continue breaking down the remaining organic matter (the fruit peels), and any alcohol produced earlier gradually gets converted into acetic acid (the same acid found in vinegar).

Day 61–90:
By this stage, most of the sugar and alcohol have been used up, so microbial activity slows down.
There's very little gas being produced, so you don’t need to open the cap (degas) anymore. Meanwhile, the alcohol made earlier has now been mostly converted into acetic acid, which causes the pH to drop—usually to around 3.5 or lower. This acidic environment prevents harmful microbes or mold from growing, which is why the solution doesn’t spoil, even without preservatives.

Day 90:
Bio enzyme is ready. Filter the amber liquid and store. It’s now a natural cleaner—safe, effective, and chemical-free.

CanI make bioenzyme fromany organic matter ?

Not all kitchen waste is created equal—and deciding whether to compost it or turn it into a bioenzyme depends on what it is. Moist, fibrous, or starchy waste like vegetable peels, banana skins, tea leaves, coffee grounds, and cooked food scraps are better suited for composting, where they break down into nutrient-rich soil over time.

On the other hand, fruit peels with high acid or enzyme content—especially citrus (orange, lemon), pineapple, or pomegranate peels—are ideal for making bioenzymes. These peels decompose slowly in compost and can cause imbalance due to their acidity or oils. But when fermented with jaggery and water, they yield powerful
cleaning agents that replace chemical cleaners at home.

A simple rule: compost soft, green, or mixed food waste; ferment tough, aromatic peels with cleaning potential. And for maximum value, the leftover pulp from the bioenzyme can go right into your compost bin—nothing is wasted.

How Bioenzyme Cleans ?

Bioenzymes consist of microbes, enzymes, alcohol, and weak acids with each component serving the following functions:

Microbes:
Digest organic matter and secrete enzymes that break down stains and odors

Enzymes:
Break down specific types of dirt: Protease cuts protein stains (food, blood), Lipase dissolves grease and oil, Amylase removes starch-based stains, Cellulase breaks plant fiber grime, Urease neutralizes urine smells, Mannanase clears sticky food messes, Pectinase breaks down fruit stains, Laccase fades tough organic stains like wine or tea.

Ethanol:
Acts as mild disinfectant, solvent for greasy stains, and helps preserve the solution

Acetic Acid:
Lowers pH to dissolve mineral deposits and inhibit microbial spoilage

What are the key do’s to follow while making bioenzymes ?

Use a plastic bottle with a loose cap: Gas builds up during fermentation—plastic flexes safely; however glass could crack if pressure builds

Leave 10–20% headspace: Allows room for foam and gases to expand.

Label with start date: Helps track fermentation progress and 90-day timeline.

Store in a cool, dark place: Avoid direct sunlight or temperature extremes.

Burp more often (Days 1–30): Open the cap briefly to release pressure; shake gently to mix.

Burp less often after Day 30: Once or twice a week is enough as activity slows.

White yeast film is normal: It's a healthy sign ,don’t remove it.

Strain after 90 days: Use a fine sieve; store the liquid in airtight reused bottles.

Use leftover pulp: Add to the next batch as a starter or toss into compost.

What are the important don’ts to avoid during bioenzyme preparation ?

•Never use a tightly sealed glass jar—pressure can build and cause it to crack/burst.

•Don’t leave the lid fully open or screw it on too tight; keep it loosely closed, as too much oxygen can lead to mold or spoilage.

•If you see green or black mold with a foul smell, discard the batch.

•Don’t use meat, dairy, or oily cooked food scraps—they rot, not ferment.

•Skip pungent or sulfur-rich scraps like onion, garlic, or cabbage peels.

•Avoid dark-colored peels like beetroot or pomegranate if you want a clear cleaner.

•Don’t use white sugar—prefer jaggery.

•Don’t ferment in places that are too cold or too hot; stick to room temperature.

•Don’t try to rush the process—let it complete the full 90-day fermentation.

Why should I make bioenzyme ?

Because this isn’t just any DIY. It’s a DIY that teaches your kids more than crafts ever could. It teaches patience, purpose, and planet-care. It turns waste into wisdom.

It shows that real change can bubble up from your kitchen counter. You’re not just making a cleaner— you’re making a mindset. A mindset that says: we clean without harming, we care without compromise. This is the kind of DIY that leaves behind no waste—only values.

•Switching to bioenzymes can reduce hundreds of liters of chemically contaminated wastewater per home per month. Imagine a neighborhood of 500 homes doing this — it’s like removing an entire drain line of pollutants daily.

You’re not just reducing chemical load, you’re upcycling waste peels into something valuable. It’s the only cleaner that starts in your kitchen and ends with no environmental cost.

Which are the ingredients I should avoid in cleaning solutions?

Floor Cleaner:
Benzalkonium chloride (BKC), VOCs, Quaternaryammonium compounds (QACs), synthetic fragrance, chlorides

Toilet Cleaner:
Hydrochloric acid, sodium hypochlorite (bleach), synthetic fragrance, artificial colorants

Dishwash Liquid: Sodium:
Lauryl Sulfate (SLS), parabens, synthetic fragrances, artificial colors

Laundry Detergent:
Optical brighteners, phosphates, SLS/SLES, parabens, enzyme stabilizers

If I’m buying cleaners from the market, what should I keep in mind before choosing one ?

See whether ingredients are mentioned :
If every formula is just a Google search away, why would a company still hide ingredients—unless there’s something to hide?

Avoid toxic ingredients:
Avaoic toxic chemicals & synthetic fragrances mentioned above

Mindful of the Photos on Label
A yellow liquid or fruit image such as soapnut and lemons doesn’t prove it’s natural—always check the ingredient list to know what’s really inside.


Unclear Ingredients?
What they say: Plant Based surfactants, Plant based chelating agents, Non allergic fragrance.
What they meant: Plant-based SLS, EDTA, and synthetic fragrance. The companies just softened it with the
word “plant-based.”

Is Plant Based a hoax ?

🌿 Is “Plant-Derived” Always Safe ? Not necessarily. It depends on how much the ingredient has been chemically processed from its original plant form, its concentration in the final product, and its potential toxicity after processing.

⚠️ “Plant-derived” often means the ingredient is chemically processed to mimic something natural—but it’s no
longer the plant itself.

🧪 This chemical transformation can introduce synthetic stabilizers, residues, or byproducts that may pose health risks.

🔄 After multiple stages of extraction and refinement, the final ingredient often loses the original plant’s natural benefits.

🧠 The Bottom Line: Just because it started from a plant doesn’t mean it’s still natural. “Plant-based” can be a marketing mask unless the brand is fully transparent about the ingredient’s journey—from plant to product.

Why you should buy from Forest Lab?

If you're already brewing your own bioenzymes and they’re meeting your daily cleaning needs—honestly, don't buy from us. That means you're doing something right, and we salute that.

Homemade bioenzymes are amazing—but sometimes they’re runny, act slow on grease, or don’t quite handle stubborn stains. That’s okay—they were never meant to be industrial-grade.

That’s where we step in. We’ve taken the same bioenzyme philosophy and built advanced cleaning solutions around it—made to perform like your trusted chemical cleaners, but without a single harmful chemical. No promise on efficacy. No compromise on your values.

Our 2nd major ingredient is Himalayan Soapnuts. Nature’s own surfactant, a soap that grows on trees—wild-harvested, not manufactured. Powered further with therapeutic-grade essential oils. No synthetic fluff, just pure functionality.

We exist for the gaps. When your DIY bioenzymes fall short or run out or you need extra muscle, we’re your
guilt-free backup. Same values, same mission, just a little more muscle.

Why are Forest Lab products so effective even though they’re 100% naturally derived ?

Our Secret? Not Hidden Ingredients. It's Our Processing.

We’re not in the business of hiding things. In fact, we openly display all our ingredients. What we don’t disclose is our 8-step mechanized process. Why? Because that’s where the real magic lies.

Bioenzymes are sensitive by nature—their pH, timing, and sequence of ingredient addition matter deeply. One small mistake in the process, and instead of bright whites, you may end up with yellowing clothes. That’s not just bad luck—it’s bad chemistry.

What we’ve learned through rigorous R&D is this: bioenzymes don’t need fancy additives—they need the right process. The wrong blend or poor handling can actually weaken them instead of making them better.

That’s the difference we offer—not just natural ingredients, but scientifically perfected formulations that perform with consistency, safety, and real-world effectiveness.

So when you choose us, you’re not just choosing natural. You’re also choosing precision.