DIY Natural Deodorant Solid Recipe

Coconut oil helps this deodorant to glide on easily.

Shea butter is derived from the nuts of the shea tree, grown in Africa. It’s incredibly moisturizing and can help to protect skin from dryness.

Baking soda helps to absorb moisture and odors naturally. Beeswax is moisturizing and helps to keep this natural deodorant in a solid form that makes it easy to travel.

Arrowroot powder is made from the roots of the arrowroot plant, which is native to South America. It helps to keep skin dry and wick away moisture.

Bentonite clay helps to absorb moisture from your underarms and eliminate body odor without causing irritation. Learn more about the health uses for bentonite clay.

Ingredients

2 tbsp organic coconut oil
1 tbsp fair-trade shea butter
1 tbsp organic beeswax
1 tbsp baking soda (if you are sensitive to baking soda, omit and use an extra tbsp of bentonite clay)
2 tbsp arrowroot powder
1.5 tbsp bentonite clay
2 drops Lemongrass essential oil
2 drops Citronella essential oil
2 drops Melaleuca alternifolia (tea tree) essential oil

Directions

In a double boiler, add coconut oil, shea butter and beeswax. Bring to a boil on medium heat and stir until beeswax and shea butter are in liquid form.

Remove from heat, then add baking soda, bentonite clay, arrowroot powder, and essential oils. Mix well.

Pour liquid mixture into a silicone muffin mold or a 5 oz. container, such an empty deodorant container.

Let cool down to solidify for about 2-3 hours. The beeswax will help to keep it in solid form to use as a traditional deodorant.

If using a silicone mold, pop out the DIY natural deodorant solids and store in a reusable container or bag to use at home or on the go.

More Info

Servings / Yield: 3
Prep Time: 30 minutes   /   Total Time: 4 hours
Category: Other
Keywords: deodorant