Making Homemade Lavender Deodorant
One of the main things I think all Americans (especially women!) should stop using is chemical-filled store bought deodorants. They are filled with all kinds of toxic ingredients that I feel are truly harmful to you. I am sharing my easy homemade lavender-infused deodorant recipe.
Several years ago – I came down with something some of y’all may be all too familiar with.
Itchy Pit Syndrome.
Seriously. My pits itched ALL the time. I even started to develop some inconspicuous ways to scratch my pits in public so I didn’t come across looking like an orangoutang.
After a while, I had all of the Itchy Pit Syndrome I could stand. In fact, it was getting worse and worse. So I started doing some research. It wasn’t too hard to guess that I was obviously allergic to an ingredient or ingredients in my over-the-counter deodorant.
Let me tell you..it scared me to death when I started reading the ingredients list of most deodorants and what they had the potential to cause:
- Hormone Disruptors or Parabens: these known parabens are known to be disruptors of your endocrine system. Because they prevent the growth of helpful bacteria, and can lead to a severe and adverse effect on your immune system.
- Alarming Carcinogens like Aluminum: this particular ingredient should probably be listed first as it scared me the most. Aluminum is used to block the sweat ducts and prevent a natural function of your body. There are studies that suggest it is a cause of breast cancer.
- Skin Irritants like Silica and Triclosan: deodorants also contain artificial scents and alcohol. These can lead to redness, swelling, itching and even open sores if used long enough.
Did you know the FDA only requires deodorants to prevent 20% of sweating? 20%? If the product says its is “extra strength” the requirement is only 30%. So you are applying dangerous and harmful chemical products to your skin – an an area of your body that is close to several lymph nodes – but you’re only guaranteed a 20-30% success rate. That doesn’t seem like a fair trade off to me. Does it you?
That’s when I started making my own. How hard could it be? Some more research revealed it was pretty easy and only required about 3-4 ingredients, some which were common household items. I have experimented a bit until I found a recipe that works for me. Some people may sweat more, or some may sweat less but have more odor. Don’t be afraid to add a bit more of one particular ingredient to find out what works for you!
Basic Ingredients:
- Baking Soda
- Cornstarch
- Organic Coconut Oil
- Organic 100% Therapeutic Lavender Essential Oil
- *(opt) Organic 100% Therapeutic Thieves Essential Oil
- Refillable Small Glass Lidded Jars
Here’s My Recipe:
- 3 Tbs Coconut Oil
- 2 Tbs Cornstarch
- 2 Tbs Baking Soda
- 3-4 Drops of Lavender Essential Oil
- 3-4 Drop Thieves Essential Oil
Mix all ingredients until well blended, place in a lidded glass jar. Apply as needed with fingertips.
Why Add Lavender and Thieves Essential Oils?
Lavender is known to disinfect the skin and enhance blood circulation. It offers a pleasant aroma, as well. Thieves is used to neutralize bacteria and is know for its benefits when it comes to the 4 A’s: Antibacterial, Antiviral, Antiseptic and Antioxidant.
The best part about making your own deodorant is that you are not putting even more unnecessary chemicals onto your body which can be dangerously adsorbed. This recipe lasts for several months and its so easy to make you can easily whip up another batch when needed. Let me know what you think if you make this!
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gee says
LUV this ! Thanks Barb. Yes, I know all about the itchy pit syndrome. Hahahaha. Been using vitamin E and tee tree. But, big but, this sounds so much better.
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Big hugs, Gee
Barb says
Hi Gee- do you mean the small brown glass bottles I use to mix my oils? If so, these are the ones I use. They have the rollers too (which I use to apply my lavender etc) This is my affiliate link. 🙂 http://amzn.to/2vP4dMB
View CommentBetty Sanders-Seavey says
Excellent idea! You should market this‼️
View CommentBarb says
I have talked about putting out a few products locally but have to look to see what the laws are. 🙂 You should try it though, very easy to make. xxoo, Barb
View CommentDiego Lopes says
I never thought about making my own deodorant, but I must say I’m intrigued. I’m definitely going to try it. =)
View CommentBarb says
If you try it let me know what you think. 🙂 Thanks for stopping by today. Barb
View CommentTracy @ Our Simple Homestead says
I never knew this about Lavender…. Lavender is known to disinfect the skin and enhance blood circulation. I never realized it was such simple ingredients to make deodorant.
View CommentNorma Rolader says
Thank you for the info on over the counter deodorants! Oh and thank you for the info to make your own! God bless and have a blessed Labor Day
View CommentEmily @DomesticDeadline.com says
My daughter was just talking about wanting to try to make her own deodorant! She’s allergic to a lot of things so she is interested in making her own alternatives. Thanks for sharing on #HomeMattersParty
View CommentBarb says
It will make a huge difference. I will never go back to store bought deodorant again. Hope it works for her. Thanks for stopping by. ~Barb
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