I have to admit, the first time I heard about homemade deodorant, I thought it was a crazy idea. I figured I'd be smelly and sweaty in minutes. Boy was I wrong. This deodorant recipe is so good that I have promised myself that I will never go back to store bought, chemical filled, over-priced deodorant again.
What you'll need
1/4 cup coconut oil (found at most grocery and health food stores)
1/4 cup baking soda
1/4 cup arrowroot powder or cornstarch (I use arrowroot powder)
10 drops of tea tree oil
10 - 15 drops of any essential oil (my favourites so far are lavender or lime)
Put it together
Mix the coconut oil, baking soda and arrowroot powder or cornstarch in a bowl. I prefer to use my hands to mix, as the heat from your hand helps the mixture to blend more smoothly. When the mixture is blended, add the tea tree oil and essential oils. Mix well. Transfer the deodorant into a container with a lid.
I tend to put 1/3 of the mixture into a small container and leave it in my bathroom. The remaining 2/3 of the mixture stays in a different container and is either stored in my basement or in the fridge until it is needed. This keeps the deodorant fresh for longer periods.
Let the mixture set overnight. It should be quite thick and may even crumble a little when scooped out of its container. If it is too runny, add more arrowroot powder or cornstarch. If it is too hard, add more coconut oil.
Use it
Once the deodorant has set, you are ready to use it. With your fingers, scoop out a small amount. Slowly rub the deodorant onto your underarms. That's it!!
It took me about a week to really get used to using this type of deodorant. It takes a while to figure out the consistency you like the best and how much to apply. In the end, you will thank yourself for choosing a healthier and more cost effective deodorant.
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