Deodorant Stick


As an alternative to commercial deodorants—make your own! Making your own deodorant is inexpensive, effective and great for your body and the environment.

 

Ingredients:
¼ cup aluminum free baking soda
¼ cup arrowroot (may substitute with cornstarch)
3-5 tablespoons coconut oil
15 drops desired essential oil (see recommendations below)
1 empty deodorant container 

Recommended essential oils: Lemon, Tea Tree, Lavender, doTERRA On Guard®, Lime, Geranium, Lemongrass, Purify, and Thyme.
Note: If you live in a warm climate you can add one ounce of melted shea or cocoa butter to recipe.


Instructions:

  1. Combine baking soda, arrowroot, and essential oil in bowl.
  2. Combine coconut oil with other ingredients one tablespoon at a time until mixture is at desired consistency.
  3. Press firmly into empty deodorant container and let sit until coconut oil solidifies.

 


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