Xiaomi's automatic soap dispensers are not only a stylish gadget for the bathroom or kitchen, but also a way to save on the consumption of detergent. However, many users face a problem: factory liquid soap ends quickly, and buying branded cartridges is expensive. The solution is simple - to dilute ordinary soap or gel yourself, but it is important to observe proportions to not spoil the mechanism of the device.
In this article, you will find proven recipes for different types of soaps (solid, liquid, antibacterial), a table of compatibility with Xiaomi dispensers models, as well as answers to frequent questions: why the device does not spray liquid, how to avoid blockages and whether it is possible to use a dishware product. All instructions are adapted to current models from 2023 to 2026, including Mijia Smart Soap Dispenser and Viomi Automatic Soap Dispenser.
⚠️ Warning: Not all detergents are suitable for automatic dispensers, such as thick abrasive particle gels (scrabs) or high alcohol products (>10%) may cause the device's pump to fail!
What soap is suitable for Xiaomi dispensers: selection criteria
Not every detergent can be put into an automatic dispenser.
- 🧼 Consistency: Optimal viscosity is like water or liquid Dove soap. Too thick gels (for example, for showers) will have to be diluted more, which will reduce the battery life.
- 🔬 Composition: Avoid products with triclosan, chlorine or large particles (such as peeling gels) that clog the sprayer and corrode the plastic.
- 🌡️ Temperature: Liquid should be at room temperature (18–25)°Hot water accelerates the breakdown of surfactants (surface active substances), and cold water can crystallize in tubes.
- 📦 Packaging: If you use hard soap, choose color-free options (e.g. household 72% or baby) colored bars leave precipitation.
The best options for breeding:
- 🧴 Liquid soap: Dove, Nivea, Safeguard (dilute 1:1).
- 🧼 Solid Soap: Commercial 72%, Marsella, Lux (grate and dissolve).
- 🍽️ The dishware remedy: Fairy, AOS (kitchen dispensers only, dilute 1:3).
⚠️ Note: Xiaomi Viomi dispensers with infrared sensor sensitive to foam. If the product is too foamy (for example, Fairy Platinum), dilute it with water in a ratio of 1:4, otherwise the sensor will falsely fire.
Proportions for dilution: table for different types of soap
The key is the right ratio of soap to water: too concentrated solution clogs the sprayer, and too liquid solution does not form foams. Below is a table with proven proportions for popular products:
| Type of soap | Proportion (soap:water) | Dissolution time | Notes |
|---|---|---|---|
| Liquid Soap (Dove, Nivea) | 1:1 | Instantly. | For sensitive skin, dilute 1:1.5 |
| Solid soap (72% household) | 1 part chips on 3 parts water | 2-4 hours | Strain through gauze before use |
| Antibacterial Soap (Safeguard) | 1:1.2 | 10-15 minutes | Do not mix with other detergents |
| The dishware (Fairy) | 1:3 | Instantly. | Only for kitchen dispensers! |
| Shower gel (Nivea Men) | 1:2 | 5-10 minutes | May require double dilution |
Critical! For Mijia Smart Soap Dispenser dispenser with auto-cleaning function (models 2023+), you can't use products with glycerol >5%. It crystallizes in the tubes and blocks the mechanism. Check the composition on the package!
Step-by-step instructions: how to dilute soap for the dispenser
The process of preparing the liquid takes 10-15 minutes, but requires carefulness.
- Preparation of ingredients. 🧴 Take the soap (liquid or rub the hard on the grater). 💧 Prepare distilled or boiled water (the tap water has many salts that clog the dispenser). 🍶 Choose a container for mixing (preferably glass or plastic without odor).
- Mixing. For liquid soap, mix the soap and water in proportion from the table, mix with a wooden stick. For solid soap, pour hot water (not boiling water!), stir until completely dissolved, let it cool.
- Filtration: Strain the solution through gauze or a small sieve to remove the undissolved particles.
Testing.
- Apply the drop on your hand – if the foam is moderate and quickly washed away, the consistency is suitable.
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To flavor the solution, add 2-3 drops of essential oil (lavender, tea tree) per 100 ml of liquid. But avoid citrus oils - they erode the plastic tank!
Frequent Mistakes and How to Avoid Them
Even experienced users sometimes make mistakes that lead to a breakdown of the dispenser.
- 🔥 Hot water breaks down the structure of the soap, and the solution becomes too liquid or, conversely, forms flakes. Optimal temperature is 40-50.°C.
- 🧂 Tap water: salts and chlorine are deposited on the inside, reducing the life of the pump. Always use distilled or filtered water.
- 🧴 Mixing different media, like liquid soap. + shower-gel = chemical reaction with precipitation. Stick to one type of detergent.
- ⏳ Long-term storage of the solution. Homemade soap "curls" after 7-10 days. Cook small portions (3-5 days).
Another common problem is that the dispenser doesn't spray the liquid.
- 🔋 Check the charge (in Viomi models, the indicator flashes red).
- 🚫 Blaze the sprayer. Clean with a needle or wash with vinegar solution (see instructions above).
- 💧 Too thick solution. Dilute with water (1:1) and shake.