Deodorant is important for you in your day-to-day life. Whether it is summer, winter, or monsoon, Deodorants are necessary for your regular life. But what if it makes you uncomfortable?
The conventional Deodorants that we used to buy from departmental stores can be very harmful to your skin and body. This can cause several allergic reactions, red patches, or itchiness.
The propylene glycol that gives shape to the Deodorant stick, the essential oils that are used for fragrance can be a reason for your chronic allergies. Parabens and lanolins are very insensitive to your body. Triethanolamine (TEA) and diethanolamine (DEA) can damage your skin, liver, and kidneys.
That’s why giving your skin a natural experience is important rather than using Chemical-based products. Here are some recipes that you can use as a substitute for conversational deodorants.
How to make natural deodorants
The homemade deodorant contains mainly three ingredients. They are Shea Butter, Cacao butter, and coconut oil. They are moisturizing and antibacterial. As the armpit area, your body can be very sensitive. It is extremely important to use antibacterial and anti-inflammatory products in it. Together, those three ingredients make your skin hydrated and give a natural fragrance.
But the disadvantage of using a natural Deodorant is that you can’t control your sweating. You will not stink but can sweat a lot. In that case, use baking soda or arrowroot powder in your recipe. They are amazingly absorbent and also can provide you with a fresh smell.
Here are some recipes to make a natural and herbal Deodorant.
Ingredients you will need.
● 3 oz of Shea Butter
● 3 oz of cacao butter
● 100 drops of coconut oil
● 2 tablespoons of baking soda
Or
● 20 tablespoons of arrowroot powder
● You can also use essential oils like lavender oil, tea tree oil, rosemary oil, peppermint oil, or lemon oil. It is completely on you whether or what you want to use it. It will add some health benefits and mild fragrance to your deodorants. You can use it as per your test.
Preparation
1. Take a saucepan and add the Shea Butter, Cacao Butter, and Coconut oil into it. Mix them gradually until they melt completely. Don’t use a high flame, as it can burn your ingredients. When they get mixed up completely, turn off the heat. Then add the essential oils and baking soda or arrowroot powder (whether you choose) and give a little mix.
2. Take a clean jar with a tight lid. Place the mixture in the jar and let it sit for at least 24 hours. In the meantime, the mixture will take a creamy and smooth look. Please, make sure that you don’t refrigerate it.
3. After the Deodorant is ready, you can just take a few of your fingers and rub a little. Then use it on your armpit area and have a fresh feeling for the whole day.
Alternative of Deodorants
If you don’t have enough to make a homely Deodorant and are also very irritated with conventional deodorants, then you can use those alternatives.
● Witch Hazel-it has anti-inflammatory agents. It also helps to kill bacteria in your armpit area.
● Lemon juice-Although it is full of citric acid, you can use it as an alternative if you don’t have an allergic issue
● Rubbing Alcohol-It contains antibacterial agents that can solve your odor problem too.
● Apple Cider Vinegar-You can also use Apple Cider Vinegar as an alternative to deodorants.
Conclusion
So, these are some tips and recipes that you can use as an alternative to conventional deodorants. Not only do they solve your problem of bad smell, but they also have a lot of skin benefits. It can also give you a radiant and healthy armpit.
