Quick Deodorant

Every day we put on our favourite fragrances and cosmetics and unknowingly subject ourselves to toxic chemicals. Over time, these toxic chemicals can cause cancers, tumours, bronchial issues and other health related problems. Read more ...

Rather than allowing chemicals and toxins to absorb into the skin, learn about the natural alternatives that are out there.

Mineral salts with active ingredients, such as ammonium or potassium alum work by constricting the protein in sweat so that bacteria have less to feed on. Clay minerals, such as bentonite, and natural powders like cornstarch or arrowroot help absorb moisture. Essential oils working in conjunction with natural astringents (witch hazel, alcohol, etc.) have also been shown to help evaporate moisture on the skin and constrict pores. Another alternative is to make your own deodorant.


I stumbled across this recipe which I haven't tried this recipe yet.  If you try it, let me know the outcome.

INGREDIENTS:

1/4 cup baking soda
1/4 cup corn starch (If you have especially sensitive skin, increase the amount of cornstarch to 6 tablespoons and decrease the baking soda to 2 tablespoons)
10 drops of scented oil (tea tree oil, lavender, rose, etc.)
2 tablespoons coconut oil

DIRECTIONS:

1. Put baking soda and cornstarch in a bowl.
2. Add 10+ drops of scented oil (you can add more if you would like).
3. Stir in coconut oil until it is the consistency you like.
4. Put the mixture into an empty deodorant container.
5. Let it set a few days and enjoy.

Note: This deodorant should be applied lightly. It is invisible, but works. 

Here is another recipe for deodorant which I've made and using to this day.

DYI Deodorant