Homemade Deodorant
Servings: 30 jar
Cost: $5
This homemade deodorant stirs together baking soda, arrowroot powder, coconut oil and a few drops of essential oil, and my family has used it for 13 years. One 15-minute batch fills a jar with about 30 uses. Use less baking soda for sensitive skin.
Ingredients
- ½ cup baking soda use 1/4 cup if have sensitive skin
- ½ cup arrowroot powder or cornstarch
- 5 tablespoon coconut oil, unrefined melted or softened
- 20 drop essential oil grapefruit, tea tree oil, etc
Instructions
- Stir together the baking soda and arrowroot powder in a bowl.
- Add the melted coconut oil and essential oil and mix well.
- Transfer to a clean airtight jar and store at room temperature.
- To use, scoop out a small amount with a popsicle stick and apply under your arms with your fingertip.
Notes
- Texture Tip: The texture changes with temperature. If it's too hard in a cold house, keep it near the shower so the steam softens it; if it turns liquid in warm weather, store it in a cool cupboard.
- Prep Tip: Warm the coconut oil just until melted so it mixes evenly with the powders.
- Sensitive Skin: Use the smaller amount of baking soda, 1/4 cup, and test a little on your skin before regular use.
- Application Tip: You can skip the popsicle stick and apply it with clean, dry fingertips.
Nutrition
Serving: 2cups
