AN ALL-NATURAL DEODORANT RECIPE THAT ACTUALLY WORKS WITH A FREE PRINTABLE LABEL. USING YOUR CHOICE OF ESSENTIAL OILS, YOU CAN CUSTOMIZE THIS HOMEMADE DEODORANT JUST FOR YOU!
We are exposed to chemicals and toxins several times throughout the day. Products like soap, lotion, make-up, and deodorant are loaded with toxic ingredients, some of them known to be carcinogens. Chemicals like parabens and aluminum compounds mimic estrogen and can promote cancer cells to grow. As a result, I came up with this DIY deodorant.
When I read this several years ago, I felt overwhelmed and didn’t know where or how to start getting toxins out of my home. My tip to you is to begin with one product at a time, and eventually, you will have everything switched to all-natural products! Once you get going, you will realize that many products call for the same ingredients, which is very nice when making DIY deodorant, sunscreen, or chapstick!
The first product I started making was deodorant!
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WHAT’S WRONG WITH CONVENTIONAL DEODORANT?
In a container of deodorant, you may find aluminum compounds, parabens, stearates, triclosan, propylene glycol, triethanolamine (TEA), diethanolamine (DEA), fragrances, dye, and artificial colors.
WHAT THE HECK ARE THOSE THINGS?
I hate when I can’t pronounce the ingredients on something I am putting on my body.
Aluminum actually clogs the pores and temporarily stops you from sweating, which sounds good, right? Isn’t that what we want?
NO! Sweating is one of the ways your body detoxifies itself and is a natural healthy process. Plus, aluminum can interfere with estrogen levels causing a hormone imbalance.
Parabens are a group of compounds used as a preservative in most cosmetic and personal products. They too, mimic estrogen and cause hormone imbalances. Parabens are found in 99% of breast cancer tumors!
Steareths is a waxy compound found in many of our personal products. This chemical is linked to cancer, hormonal imbalance, and other skin and organ abnormalities.
Triclosan is an antibacterial agent and preservative in personal care and home-cleaning products. It is a hormone disruptor; and can irritate the skin, lungs, and eyes.
Propylene glycol is an organic alcohol that is commonly used as a skin-conditioning agent. It is known to cause allergic contact dermatitis and itchiness.
TEA and DEA can cause damage to the kidney and liver. These chemicals have been banned in other countries because of the harm they can cause to the body, as well as having been linked to cancer.
Artificial colors, dyes, and fragrances can cause allergic reactions, contain hormone disturbers, carcinogens, and have been linked to damaged sperm. Some dyes like red40 are banned in other countries.
CAN I BUY NATURAL DEODORANT?
Many people are aware of the cancer-causing, hormone-disrupting, and toxins found in deodorant. Thankfully you can find pre-made natural options. I have tried some of these, and though they work and smell nice, I find them to be rather pricy! I prefer to make my own. 🙂
1) DoTERRA’s Natural Deodorant
2) Schmidt’s Natural Deodorant for Sensitive Skin: Fragrance-Free
3) Baking Soda Free Grapefruit Deodorant Cream by Meow Meow Tweet
5) Green Tidings Organic All Natural Deodorant, Lavender
DIY ALL NATURAL DEODORANT USING ESSENTIAL OILS
I am excited to share this recipe with you! I have been making my own deodorant for 5 years now and love this recipe because it works, it is simple, and it is cheap. WIN-WIN!
DIY DEODORANT INGREDIENTS
- 3 tablespoons coconut oil
- 3 tablespoons baking soda
- 2 tablespoon shea butter
- 2 tablespoon arrowroot powder
- Essential oils of choice
- deodorant container
HOMEMADE DEODORANT USING ESSENTIAL OILS INSTRUCTIONS
- Melt shea butter and coconut oil in a double boiler. I make my own by placing a glass bowl over a pot of water.
- Remove from heat and add in baking soda and arrowroot powder.
- Add essential oils of choice. I’ll list my favorite combos below!
- Store in a glass mason jar with an airtight lid or pour it into an empty deodorant container.
NOTE: If you are storing your homemade deodorant in a deodorant container, you may want to keep it in the refrigerator because the coconut oil will not stay solid at temps below 76 degrees. If you are planning on traveling with it, you can store it in a mason jar with an airtight lid.
HOMEMADE DEODORANT | ESSENTIAL OIL COMBINATIONS
For Women:
- 4 drops lavender, 3 drops clary sage, and 2 drops melaleuca
- 5 drops lime, 3 drops bergamot, and 2 drops lemon
- 4 drops geranium, 3 drops lavender, and 2 drops grapefruit
For Men:
- 4 drops cypress, 3 drops bergamot, and 2 drops rosemary
- 4 drops lemongrass, 3 drops melaleuca, and 2 drops sandalwood
- 6 drops wild orange, 3 drops helichrysum, and 2 drops rosemary
Get the oils for your blend here.
If you have ever made your own deodorant with essential oils, please share your favorite blends with me. I love trying new ones. I am currently using lavender, grapefruit, and geranium and love it!
Also, If you enjoyed this recipe, check out my DIY Spray Deodorant Recipe.
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Yasmin says
Hi did you run out of label?
Thanks
lauraascher says
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Alyssa says
Try using corn starch instead of baking soda if you have sensitive skin! I’ve used so many natural deodorants and they all make my have a horrible skin rash then I made my own without the baking soda and it was wonderful! Also I added a little bees wax.
Susan says
I made this with lavender, maleleuca, and bergamot. Turns out that my skin is sensitive to baking soda and I itched like crazy after using it. Left it in my drawer, thinking I’d make a new batch with cornstarch but still haven’t gotten around to it. I rubbed up against some poison ivy the other day and was itching like mad. Needed something to dry it up. Guess what? This deodorant did the trick! Used twice a day and after 3 days it was drying out and I no longer had the urge to scratch it. It was very soothing. I was so excited, I couldn’t wait until someone got the dreaded first chigger bite of the year. Five days later, my husband was the lucky one. He rubbed a little of the deodorant on it a couple times and voila, no more itching. I love when things can be repurposed!
Laura says
WOW, thanks for sharing! I have a baking soda free deodorant recipe you may want to try!
Anna says
Hi so I currently use a store bought roll on. Can this be used in a roll on? and can you make one that is creamy? Thank You..Anna
Laura says
This recipe can not be used in a roll on. It turns to solid so it won’t come out very well.
Julia says
Hi! I can’t wait to try your recipes. I like how simple and straight forward they are. I make a similar stick deodorant using bentonite clay instead of baking soda, as I found out the hard way that I am sensitive to it. It works fabulously, however, it isn’t a very pretty color. I also add tea tree oil with to kill odor causing bacteria and bees wax for a silky smooth application.
Laura says
Oh, I love that idea! I have bentonite clay and I am going to try that next time!
Angela says
Amazing idea….I will definitely try that because I too, realize, I’m sensitive to baking soda. 😉
Laura says
Thank you! Hope it helps!
Abbey says
Does this make 1 deodorant container?
Laura says
It makes several.
Theresa says
I made some deodorant last night and left it out to cool at room temp, instead of refrigerating, in an air-tight container. This morning the mixture has separated into solids on the bottom and oils on top. All of my ingredients are new. Have your seen this happen? Do you have any suggestions for a fix?
Laura says
Hmmm I am not sure. I actually made a batch today and I let it cool at room temp and it did not do that. Maybe pour the ingredients back out and remelt and try again!
Theresa says
I figured out that refrigerating it immediately instead of cooling at room temp works to prevent separating. Will see if this is necessary every time though! Thank you.
Laura says
Great, thanks for sharing!
Sarah says
Hi Laura,
Thank you for all you do as well as sharing your recipes with us! I do have a question on the deodorant, because it does have coconut oil in it. How do you remove the oil from the clothes? Do you have a specific way of doing it? Especially for colored clothes?? I have noticed that if I don’t wash my clothes right away then I get brown spots under my arms. Lol…..just wanted to see what you do and how to treat it. Thank you!
Laura says
You’re welcome! I have not noticed any stains from it yet and haven’t done anything in specific.
Sarah says
Ok…..thank you for replying! I truly appreciate it! Have a great weekend!!
shari says
I can’t find a way to print this out
Laura says
All of my recipes have printable recipe cards at the bottom of each post. 🙂