Homemade Deodorant
A more natural way
It took time before I got on board with making and using homemade deodorant. It was the last thing on my mind with the limited time frame when I was working. I love finally having time to experiment with my crazy obsessions! And this is quick and easy.
There have been many myths flying around about the dangers of using antiperspirants and I’m not sure where the actual truth lies. But I usually err on the side of caution and anything I can do to release pent up toxins or heavy metals, I’m in. Let me also say that some homemade recipes don’t always work for everyone.
I’ve experimented with many products in the past that are supposed to be good for “you” (all of us in general). After years of spending time and money I finally learned that some of those products may or may not work for me. And the homemade deodorant is not an exception.
Here’s my take on what I experienced with homemade deodorant. I’ve never been a sweaty person and years of antiperspirants kept me very dry in most circumstances. When I started making my blend I recalled that it didn’t take much for my underarms to sweat. It was a foreign feel to me and wondered if it was working; there was not an odor, just wet. After researching about it I found that the wetness or sweating was normal. My sweat glands were doing what they do best…cool me down, release toxins and heavy metals! Now we all know that the liver and kidneys do a great job of removing most of the toxins. But I figure why not help those organs out a bit? There are so many more toxins around than there used to be. It can’t possibly hurt to stay on a more natural course. And if it’s doing something that’s good for me then why not?
I had gotten used to the sweat but after a year+ with my deodorant blend I find that the sweat has even lessened and I live in South Florida.
If you’re interested in trying your hand at this experiment then follow the easy recipe below. Have fun with it! All the ingredients can be purchased by clicking on the images below. Some of my favorite essential oils I love to add in are patchouli and grapefruit combo, cinnamon and vanilla or just ylang ylang.
Directions
1. Use a small glass bowl and mix well even amounts of baking soda and arrowroot. My first batch was ten tablespoons of each.
2. Slowly add coconut oil until you get your desired texture. Add essential oils with a fragrance you enjoy (about 20 drops). If you prefer a consistent texture that won’t harden in cold weather use fractionated coconut oil. Avoid making the texture soupy with too much oil; it’ll be more difficult to apply.
3. Place in a glass container with a lid. This amount will literally last for many months.
