DIY Non-Toxic Deodorant

Non-Toxic Bath & Beauty- DIY Deodorant

Clean living encompasses both eating clean foods and removing as many chemicals and irritants as possible. One step is removing aluminum containing products that are found in commercial antiperspirants and deodorants. There are studies that link commonly found ingredients to Alzheimer’s and Parkinson’s and other tragic diagnosis.

Dr. Mercola publishes many articles- they are always very informative:

How Dangerous Is Your Deodorant?

5 Ingredients That Make Your Deodorant Dangerous

Are Aluminum-Containing Antiperspirants Contributing To Breast Cancer In Women?

Here is an easy recipe that will last you a long time. Once you begin stocking up on a few ingredients you will find they can make a variety of products. The ingredients in this recipe can also be used in Face Mask, Lip Balm, Lotion Bars, Lotions and More.

And… Here are a few FAQs about this DIY Recipe:

A tiny amount- a little goes a long way.
This recipe should last year a year or longer.
It does not show or wear grey.
This recipe calls for Purification Oil but you can use other combinations like Lavender & Peppermint and Cypress & Cedarwood.

Ingredients:

3 Tablespoons Coconut Oil

2 Tablespoons Shea Butter

2 Tablespoons Bentonite Clay

6 Tablespoons Arrowroot Flour/Starch

1 Tablespoon Baking Soda

10 Drops Therapeutic Grade Purification Blend Essential Oil

Instructions:

In a glass or stainless bowl add in all of the ingredients.
Mix with a hand held mixer on a low speed.
Stop occasionally and smash with the back of a spoon to incorporate and create a dough.
Continue mixing until it creates a doughy paste.
Place in a glass jar with a lid.
Refrigerate to set and then use daily.

*It does not need to be refrigerated unless the conditions are extremely warm and it becomes thin. Place in refrigerator to reset as needed.