Most of the recipes call for baking soda, cornstarch and coconut oil. This basic recipe did its job very well, however, by that afternoon I felt like I had razor burn. I washed that night and the next morning and tried it again. As the pain and the burn got worse I looked at my new recipe.
After some research, I discovered that many women seem to have this same reaction to baking soda. OK, so there went that idea. Instead of starting my search over again I decided to try to revamp the recipe with items that I have on hand, and with the knowledge of what they do.
Coconut Oil
Coconut oil can be used in so many products including hair, and skin. It can also be used for stress relief, cholesterol maintenance, weight loss, immune system boost, digestion and so much more. In the deodorant, coconut oil works as a moisturizer.Arrowroot Powder
Arrowroot Powder can be used for cooking and for skin care. It help to thicken the deodorant, plus it has the added benefit of helping to eliminate toxins.Cornstarch
This is also another form of thickener for this recipe.
Diatomaceous Earth (DE)
Diatomaceous Earth can be used in so many areas of the house. DE can be used in the garden, to take care of pests, like fleas and in homemade toothpaste and deodorant. This is an item that is almost entirely made up of silica, a trace element throughout the body. It also helps to eliminate toxins from the body as it moisturizes this sensitive area. It is important to get food grade DE
Here’s where things may really get a bit different than what you typically see in homemade deodorant recipes.
The Recipe - Sensitive Skin Deodorant
5-6 T. Coconut Oil
1/8 c. arrowroot powder
1/8 c. cornstarch
1/4 c. Diatomaceous Earth
5 drops of Vitamin E is also helpful
Several drops of essential oil for fragrance (opt.)
Mix arrowroot powder, cornstarch and DE in a jar, then slowly add the coconut oil until it is the desired consistency and the powders are pretty much dissolved. Add the vitamin E and the essential oil.
To use this, scoop out a fingertip amount and then rub this between the fingers to help melt and to help make it smooth. Apply to the underarms.
Enjoy!
https://www.organicfacts.net/health-benefits/oils/health-benefits-of-coconut-oil.html
http://www.scratchmommy.com/effective-easy-homemade-deodorant/
