I have spent a lot of time over the past few years trying, testing and developing DIY all natural deodorant recipes using organic, natural and botanical ingredients.
I can finally say that I've found my favorite!
My latest iteration is floral and calming, elementally drawing upon earth, air and ether.
This DIY all natural deodorant is an essential oil blend that can be applied directly to your underarms.
Most importantly, it works!
As in... ALL DAY!
This might be a good time to remind you that I'm a yoga teacher. I literally spend my entire day engaged in movement, and it works for me!
Not only does this blend keep your underarms fresh, it smells absolutely LOVELY!
Lovely in a grounded, unisex, earthy way. Not earthy musk, as in patchouli, but soft light earth as in frankincense with astringent/floral notes.
It's worth a try!
This blend will not irritate your underarms in the way that some natural baking soda/corn starch based deodorants might.
The blend of essential oils is antibacterial, antimicrobial, antiviral, and anti fungal. Your stinky underarm bacteria doesn't stand a chance with this new DIY all natural deodorant recipe.
Here's what you'll need:
fractionated coconut oil
vegetable glycerine
lavender essential oil
ylang ylang essential oil
tea tree essential oil
white thyme essential oil
rose essential oil
frankincense essential oil
The amount of each ingredient is dependent upon the size of your jar, so you can reference this diagram to help determine the proper ratio.
*Roll on bottles and bottles with droppers work best.
**Note, this deodorant blend is in no way an antiperspirant. You will still sweat.
***Reapply as often as you like. If using a roller, roll onto clean hands and then press onto underarms. If using a dropper, drop the liquid on your fingertips or directly onto your underarms.
So...what do you think?????
For more DIY natural skin care ideas, check out my latest book Natural Beauty from the Outside In, where you’ll find 70 Ayurveda inspired hair and skin care recipes.