no secrets homemade deoderant
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I found a site that I think is really good. I wanted to share it with EVERYONE! Check it out! Lots of information, economical recipes, homemade mixes, etc. This I was particularly interested in; especially due to the store-bought links to breast cancer. http://www.budget101.com/tips-tricks/chemical-free-homemade-deodorant-4166.html
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yield
serving(s)
prep time
5 Min
cook time
10 Min
Ingredients For no secrets homemade deoderant
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4 Tbspcoconut oil
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12drops of lavender essential oil (or other scented essential oil (must be essential oil!)
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3drops of vitamin e ((or the contents of 1 vitamin e capsule, just prick it with a needle & squeeze)
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2 Tbspbaking soda
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2 Tbspcorn starch or arrowroot powder
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2 tspgrated beeswax or beeswax pellets
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1empty deoderant container
How To Make no secrets homemade deoderant
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1In a small saucepan combing the coconut oil and beeswax over very low heat, alternatively you can use a double boiler, but don't use the microwave for this one. The coconut oil will melt quickly, the beeswax will take a few moments. Remove from heat, cool slightly, and stir in baking soda, cornstarch, vitamin E and lavender essential oil. It is imperative that you use True Essential oil and NOT a fragrance oil. The lavender offers antibacterial properties in addition to a great scent. The beeswax will help your finished product stay firm in the container. The vitamin E is a natural preservative.
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2Keep in mind when using your homemade deodorant that there is an adjustment period as your body detoxifies. About a week after you begin using the product you may notice a stronger odor as your sweat glands finally purge the chemical mess that has built up! Just reapply your homemade deodorant if needed. A small number of people may have sensitivities to baking soda, if you know you have a sensitivity, you can use substitute Cornstarch in it's place.
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3Other Scent Choices: First, let me start by saying that the scent of this homemade deodorant is VERY Light. I tested this thoroughly by showering, applying, then running 3 miles in 90+ degree weather in the South. Not only did it work fabulous, it didn't have a heavy perfume"y" stench like commercial deodorants tend to have. Here are some additional scent choices: Rosemary Essential Oil Cloves Essential Oil (For Men) Lime Essential Oil (Men)
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4Sources: Cancer Risks of Deodorant: http://www.cancer.gov/cancertopics/f...et/Risk/AP-Deo
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