How Do You Make The Most Effective Homemade Deodorant?
If you’re trying to avoid aluminum, which has been linked to Alzheimer’s and breast cancer, consider your antiperspirant. You put it on your bare, sometimes freshly nicked-from-shaving skin, every morning (hopefully!). Did you know it might be up to 1/4 aluminum salts? The aluminum is the active ingredient that helps antiperspirant block your sweat glands. If you’d like a simple, frugal, EFFECTIVE way to avoid those hazards, read on! Mix about 1/4 cup baking soda and 1/4 cup cornstarch in a small bowl. Add coconut oil, a Tablespoon or so at a time, until all the dry ingredients have been mixed in. I find it takes about 4-6 Tbs. Optional: If you’d like more scent, add a few drops of your favorite essential oil at this time. Make sure your coconut oil is in its solid form. It has a 76 degree melt point, so you may need to refrigerate it first for a short time if it’s warmer than 76 degrees in your house. You can use the mixture as is and apply with your fingertips, but that’s pretty mess
