Homemade deoderant

Karen_Perea · **Posted:** 17 Jul 2008 15:06

Tired of spending money on store-bought deodorants/antiperspirants, only to find that they let you down and stain your clothes? Then, try this simple – and unbelievably cheap – alternative:

What You Need:

Wash cloth
Baking soda

What to Do:

Sprinkle baking soda – a little will do – onto a damp wash cloth, and apply it to your underarms. It'll keep you fresh throughout the day!

Why This Works:

Baking soda absorbs perspiration and neutralizes odors.

Benefits of Using Baking Soda Deodorant:

inexpensive
no harsh chemicals (like the aluminum found in most commerical antiperspirants)
fragrance-free
alcohol-free
neutralizes odors, rather than covering them up

Tips:

1. If a dry application is preferable, use a duster or brush to apply.

2. For a scented deodorant, mix together equal parts baking soda and corn starch (for shelf stability); and add a few drops of essential oil or a handful of dried flowers (lavender is nice). Then, store in an airtight container.

bkokc00 · **Posted:** 17 Jul 2008 15:28

LOLOL...sorry..that's too funny

Karen_Perea · **Posted:** 17 Jul 2008 15:53

bkokc00 wrote:

LOLOL...sorry..that's too funny

I know. When I was looking at some home remedies and frugal things to do it seems like we can cure/do everything if we just buy a box of baking soda and a bottle of vinegar. Now there may be some truth to it, but darn it what to do with all the FREE deoderant and shampoo I got from the coupons????

dsnylvr97 · **Posted:** 17 Jul 2008 20:39

LMBO! I was thinking the same thing! Why spend the 50 cents on a box of baking soda when I'm getting deodorant FREE? :lol:

dsnylvr97 · **Posted:** 17 Jul 2008 20:39

Ok....just realized something.

You know your cheap when 50 cents for a box of baking soda is "too much".

bkokc00 · **Posted:** 17 Jul 2008 20:40

coupon ninjas are cheap

dsnylvr97 · **Posted:** 17 Jul 2008 20:41

LOL! And proud of it, baby!

Karen_Perea · **Posted:** 18 Jul 2008 10:45

I would never pay $0.50 for baking soda. That IS too much in my book.

bkokc00 · **Posted:** 18 Jul 2008 10:51

i'm just gonna powder myself in baking soda from top to toes every morning...i'm sure i will never have to worry about lice, ear infections, bad breath, body odor, rashes, athletes foot, or any STDs for as long as i live.

j/k!!!

Karen_Perea · **Posted:** 18 Jul 2008 11:49

Well....baking soda works for somethings for the other you need vinegar so don't forget to use that too

Disney Darlin' · **Posted:** 19 Jul 2008 12:32

bkokc00 wrote:

i'm just gonna powder myself in baking soda from top to toes every morning...i'm sure i will never have to worry about lice, ear infections, bad breath, body odor, rashes, athletes foot, or any STDs for as long as i live.

j/k!!!

BWAH HA HA!!

*ANN* AVON QUEEN! · **Posted:** 19 Jul 2008 15:21

O-M-G-!!!

kathied41 · **Posted:** 13 Aug 2008 15:36

Its not being "cheap" its Frugal LOL

tkmuskrat · **Posted:** 13 Aug 2008 19:24

being frugal isn't bad lol

I actually have been trying a homemade deodorant, and its great for those of us with sensitive skin

here is the recipe: from http://tammysrecipes.com/homemade_deodorant_recipe

Ingredients for homemade deodorant:

1/4 cup baking soda (you may need to use much less, this can be irritating to the skin, I used 2 tbsps)
1/4 cup corn starch (may have to add more)
5 tablespoons coconut oil
essential oils for scent (optional)

Mix together and store in a small covered container. I had to add more cornstarch (I actually used cornstarch baby powder) to get it to be thicker. Coconut oil is funny though, because it turn to liquid in temperatures greater than 80 degrees and hardens when its cooler.

I sometimes add just a little cornstarch baby powder after I apply this deodorant, it depends on whether it feels a little wet or not.

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