Natural Deodorant

Ingredients

• 1/3 cup coconut oil (solid state)
• 1/4 cup baking soda (aluminum-free)
• 1/4 cup arrowroot powder
• essential oils (optional)

Instructions

Mix the baking soda and arrowroot powder in a glass bowl.

Add the coconut oil (do not warm or melt it) and use a fork or pastry blender to thoroughly blend it into the dry ingredients.

Add 5-10 drops of your favorite essential oils and blend completely. (this step is optional, avoid if you are sensitive to essential oils)

Add more coconut oil or arrowroot powder/baking soda if needed until the texture is about the same consistency as commercial deodorant.

Scoop the mixture into a small jar or container and store at room temperature. (Refrigeration may be required during summer months and warmer weather because the coconut oil will melt at 76 degrees.)

To apply, use your fingers to scoop out a pea-size amount of the deodorant and massage it into your under-arms daily or as needed. Allow a minute or two for the deodorant to set before getting dressed.

One option is to re-use an empty deodorant stick containers, fill it up, and keep in the refrigerator.