Natural Deodorant Paste Recipe
Many cosmetics and personal hygiene products contain an array of chemicals and toxins that can impact our health. Aluminium is an ingredient found in commercial antiperspirants that makes you sweat less. Using antiperspirants that contain aluminium may increase the risk of breast cancer.1 However, there are many available alternatives that provide healthier and safer options.
How to Make Your Own Natural Deodorant Paste
Ingredients
2 ½ tablespoons unrefined coconut oil
2 ½ tablespoons unrefined shea butter
¼ cup arrowroot starch
1 ½ tablespoons baking soda
6 drops lavender essential oil
6 drops grapefruit essential oil
1 drop tea tree essential oil
Instructions
1. Place coconut oil and shea butter in a glass bowl. Place the bowl inside a medium saucepan to create a bain-marie.
2. Add water to the saucepan (enough to surround bowl but not to overflow it). Bring to a boil.
3. As the water is heating, stir the coconut oil and shea butter above until it melts.
4. Once melted, add in arrowroot starch, baking soda, and essential oils.
5. Place in a pot/jar. Allow to cool at room temperature or in the fridge until solid.
6. Cover with a lid until use.
Directions for use
1. Slightly wet the underarms with water. This helps with even application of the deodorant paste.
2. Scoop out a pea-sized amount with your fingers. Rub to warm and apply directly to the underarms. Reapply as needed.
We need not sacrifice our personal care routines or hygiene in order to reduce our toxin exposure. This all-natural deodorant will keep you feeling fresh while caring for your skin and your health, naturally.
References
- Darbre PD. Aluminium, antiperspirants and breast cancer. J Inorg Biochem. 2005 Sep;99(9):1912-1919. DOI: 10.1016/j.jinorgbio.2005.06.001