Homemade Detoxifying Deodorant for Sensitive Skin

Forget about parabens, propylene glycol, phthalates, triclosan and all those health-endangering ingredients you find in store-bought deodorants.

With this easy and simple homemade deodorant recipe you will never have to choose between your health and smelling good!

Made of bentonite clay, shea butter and coconut oil, this eco-friendly deodorant is not only perfect for sensitive skin, it is also detoxifying!

With this recipe, you will never have to buy deodorant again!

What You'll Need :

Betonite clay

- 2 tbs of 100% natural bentonite clay (optional)

- 2 tbs of organic shea butter

- 5 tbs of high quality coconut oil

- 6 tbs of baking soda

- 6 tbs of arrowroot powder

- Essential oil of your choice

- A small saucepan

- A non-metallic bowl

- A non-metallic mesuring spoon

- A non-metallic ustensil

- A 125 ml mason jar, or

any small container

Bentonite clay absorb and remove harmful toxins and impurities, keeping your pores unclogged! It also soothes dry and itchy skin, making it perfect for sensitive skin.

WARNING: Bentonite clay absorb metals. This being said, it is important that you a void using any metallic ustencil and bowl for this recipe.

Shea Butter

Shea butter moisturizes and relieves dry and irritaed skin, as well as prevent bumps after shaving. It is filled with vitamins A, E & F.

Coconut oil

Which essential oil should I choose?

Coconut oil is a natural moisturizer that creates an antibacterial layer to protect your skin.

I suggest you choose an antibacterial oil. Always make sure the essential oil you purchase is high quality and 100% pure. Here are some suggestions: tea tree oil, peppermint oil, lavender oil, grapefruit oil, eucalyptus oil, lemongrass oil, cinnamon oil.

Baking soda

Baking soda will balance your skin pH, and bring it to a neutral level. It also contains antibacterial propreties that help prevent odor.

Baking soda can cause irritation to the skin. If it is the case for you, you can decrease the amount used in the recipe.

Instructions :

6.

Pour the mixture into your jars. This recipe should give you two 125 ml jars.
3.

In a non-metallic bowl, combine the baking soda, the bentonite clay and the arrowroot powder.
1.

In a small saucepan, combine the coconut oil and shea butter.
5.

Mix together until you obtain a thick liquidy consistency. You can adjust the texture by adding baking soda and arrowroot powder to thicken, or more melted coconut oil to dilute.
2.

Melt on low heat until completely liquid.
4.

Once the coconut oil and shea butter has melted, add the mixture to the bowl with the dry ingredients.
7.

To each jar, add 5 to 10 drops of the essential oil of your choice and mix well. I choose to add the oil to the jars, instead of directly into the bowl, to be able to put different oils in each one.
8.

Once filled, refrigerate your deodorant until it has thicken. Note that it does not need to be kept in your refrigerator.
9.

You can now apply your new deodorant! Use your finger to scoop a small amount, and rub onto your armpits.