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How to Make Your Own Natural Deodorant

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DIY deodorantHow to Make Your Own Natural Deodorant

~ by Michele Rankin

For most of us, there is a little time lapse between discovering natural, whole foods and quitting our job to move to Costa Rica or California. In that gap, you will likely become extremely aware of the impact of everything you either put in or on your body and do your best to make it all natural. You can indeed find a balance between your new life and your old so hang tight if you aren’t there yet, maybe this recipe will help.

It was easy for me to switch to all natural makeup and I easily found alternatives for all my cosmetics, lotions and potions except one… my deodorant. It wasn’t for lack of trying either. I tried nearly every natural line available finally resolving myself to some stink. If I had to give a speech or put on an event, I pulled out my old standby because my old life wasn’t yet in tune with my new life where a little stinking is allowed.

Now, you’ll find that as your diet becomes more ‘clean’, your body will too and most body odor simply disappears. If you’re not there yet, or you want to make something more natural for your loved ones who haven’t joined you on your in this lifestyle, I’m about to share the solution. I don’t take any credit for this recipe. It’s not originally mine in any way, shape or form. I did an internet search for homemade deodorant, gathered the general ingredients and started experimenting. I’m sharing what seems to work best for me. I don’t have a perfect diet. I live where it is well over 100 degrees this time of year, and I don’t have air conditioning so I’m a very good test subject. This recipe actually seems to neutralize the odors rather than cover them up.

For those of you who did really well cleaning out your kitchen of baking items, good job – you’ll have to run to the store or ask your neighbor for some help. For those of you who still engage in a little vegan cookie bakeoff now and then, your reward is that you have the supplies you need. Go and gather up baking soda, organic cornstarch or arrowroot, and some coconut oil. (Please don’t use these products if you’re allergic to them.) Throw in a drop of tea tree, or other antimicrobial oil if you have one. Only use oregano if you want to smell like an herb garden. I personally just use a nice smelling oil blend that doubles as my perfume. This recipe works because cornstarch is a natural moisture absorber, baking soda is a natural deodorizer, and the coconut and essential oils are both natural antimicrobials.

Super Simple Deodorant Recipe

Ingredients:

Directions:

  1. Warm up the coconut oil so it liquefies
  2. Stir in all ingredients
  3. Pour into a glass jar.
  4. Let harden (If you’re in a warm climate you may have to refrigerate it)

To apply, scoop out a small amount and rub it on.

I’ve used this for many months and it really, really works. It seems to take a couple weeks for your body to adjust to using it, but I highly recommend you give it a try. Plus, if you didn’t feel a bit anarchist with your diet already, making your own edible deodorant should put you right over the top with both your mother-in-law and your friends. 😉

While we’re on the subject of coconut oil, if you’re still looking for an all-natural lotion, give it a try. Need a facial moisturizer, use coconut oil. Something for candida, eat coconut oil. And my personal favorite, once you’ve gotten your BO under control, keep a jar in the bedroom and find a good use for it there. 😉 Give it a try and you can thank me for rejuvenating your love life and saving your relationship later.