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| Easy, Natural, Homemade Deodorant |
For a long time, I'd tried to get away from
using commercial antiperspirants and deodorants, because for one, they are full
of aluminum, which may cause cancer, Alzheimer's, and other health problems; and two, recent studies
have shown the presence of parabens in 99% of breast cancer patients. That's enough to
scare anyone off of using toxic substances in such a sensitive area!
In my quest for a natural alternative, I tried
numerous natural, store-bought products, such as Tom's of Maine, The Body
Shoppe, Trader Joe's, and crystal deodorant stones. None worked great, and two
of them gave me bad rashes!
Then I tried a homemade version using coconut
oil, but it tended to stain my shirts (although admittedly I may have used too much oil.) I had read that Dr. Mercola simply used
baking soda, but I dismissed that idea, thinking surely that would not be strong
enough for me! Well, when a friend mentioned that she, too, used baking
soda with no problems, I decided to try it for myself! Lo and behold, it worked! Amazing! Whoever would have thought that something so
simple and easy (not to mention cheap!) could work so well!
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| Easy, Homemade, Natural Deodorant |
All you need is baking soda, a dish, and a makeup brush (a flat mineral foundation brush works great.) The one-ingredient version is simply baking soda! For a nicely scented version, you can add the essential oil of your choice. My favorite happens to be orange, so that is the one I use. Just shake several drops into the bowl of baking soda, and stir.
That's
it! It couldn't be simpler or more frugal! If you have sensitive skin,
you may want to wait a while after shaving to apply. Also, some people may be more sensitive to baking soda, and might want to try arrowroot powder instead, as a gentler substitute. Enjoy!
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Genius!! Gonna have to try this. I'm discovering that between baking soda and vinegar you can pretty much cure, clean, or do anything!
ReplyDeleteSo does it work? This is one use of baking soda that I didn't know.
ReplyDeleteSarah, I think you just may be right!
ReplyDeleteJennifer, it absolutely works! I was amazed, because I did not think it would. (Of course, it will not stop you from sweating; just prevent odor.) I feel so much better giving it to my daughters to use than aluminum antiperspirant!
ReplyDeleteI have read that regular Baking Soda still has aluminum in it :( . . . so we buy Bob's Red Mill aluminum free baking soda for our deodorant. Just wanted to share this tip I have learned. :) Sending love, Paula
ReplyDeleteKristi, it does not list that on the label...is it allowed to be in it without having to list it as an ingredient? It wouldn't surprise me! Thanks for the tip!
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I tried this experiment a few months ago - apparently baking soda and my underarms disagreed. I use baking soda in body/foot powder with out any problems but when I applied it to my underarms - it caused horrible burns. My skin was red and after I stopped it would peel so it was burns. I talked to my doctor thinking maybe I was allergic and she replied that baking soda is caustic to the skin. I don't know if I agree with that but it sure did a number on my underarms. I still use it in the powder without problem. So, I'm still looking for a natural deodorant that will work for me.
ReplyDeleteThe same happened to me. I now use a mix of 1tsp glycerin, 1/4 cup witch hazel, 1/4 cup aloe vera gel, 1/4 cup water and a few drops each of tea tree and lavender oil.
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Thanks for visiting, Christina! I will definitely check out the tips on your blog!
ReplyDeleteSara, it definitely can burn if you are sensitive, and apply too soon after shaving. An alternative to baking soda that is supposed to be gentler, is arrowroot powder. I think I will try that next.
ReplyDeleteHi Paula . . .I did more searching today on what I said, it seems that there are some claims out there that may not be true. So, I will try to check into it more. Just wanted you to know . . what I stated above may be wrong. I have more research to do :)
ReplyDeleteI have been happy to say that with Crystal Roll On, every time I use it, I either don't even get sweaty at all, or I might sweat a little but I don't smell bad
ReplyDeleteThank you sooooooooooooo much for sharing this! I am for sure going to being doing this ASAP.
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I have been thinking about going natural for deoderant for a while, and this looks like a good option. I appreciate you sharing it and the testimonial from your friend. It helps others to "take the leap." Thanks (visiting from Diana Ramble's Pin Me party)!
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