deodorant

DIY Deodorant

You've probably heard the reports on antiperspirant not being the best for your body (and if you haven't, Google it!). So a few winters ago I decided to make my own one day when I was iced in at my house. It was so easy and you can really use whichever oils you prefer. Mine changes each time! lol I do generally always have lavender and Frankincense in each batch along with the Thieves and Purification. Just play around and see what works best for you, I have seen a lot of recipes that recommend sage essential oil.

Note: some people are irritated by the baking soda. Try using less if that happens, or none.

I got the recipe off of a Young Living essential oils FB page:

1/4 cup each cornstarch (or arrowroot powder) and baking soda
6 tbs. coconut oil
10 drops each Purification and Thieves oils

I mixed the powdered ingredients together in a glass bowl, then basically "cut" the coconut oil in like you would cut shortening into a pie dough. Once it was all well mixed, I added in the oils a few drops at a time to get them all distributed. The result was a fairly stiff paste.

I had deliberately saved my empty Tom's container to reuse. I just dialed it all the way to the bottom and started stuffing balls of the mixture into the container.It looked like this when I was done:

finished

These days I use the empty containers I order off of Amazon, or I also just keep it in a small jar and use my fingers to apply it. Pimiento or baby food jars work great!

If you've made your own - which oils do you prefer to use in yours?

And I totally get that not everyone wants to spend the time making your own deodorant. But you can still get a great non-toxic deodorant from Young Living, which is what I take with me when I travel. Click HERE to learn more about some of the personal care items available through Young Living.

Be blessed, and let me know how I can help you find better health!

Sarah :)

Meet Sarah Claburn, Traditional Naturopath

 
Hello, thanks for stopping by!

Years ago, our family embarked on a journey to truly understand the significance of what we consume and apply to our bodies, from food and cosmetics to personal care products and medications. Each choice we make either makes us heathier or stresses our bodies, so we became avid label readers. We made conscious efforts to reduce processed foods, embrace whole, natural foods, and eliminate specific dyes, preservatives, and additives from our lives. Additionally, we prioritized good supplementation and explored natural solutions over prescriptions whenever possible.

Our journey led us to the incredible world of essential oils, thanks to an introduction by my friend Leah. We discovered the exceptional distillation processes behind the world’s finest oils—Young Living. It seamlessly aligned with our lifestyle, and "oiling up" became an important part of our daily routine. With Young Living, our commitment isn’t limited to just oils. We've transitioned many of our household items, including shampoos, lotions, cleaning products, and toothpaste, to Young Living products. This ensures our home is a safer environment for our family.

Driven by a passion for natural living, I pursued further education and earned my Doctor of Naturopathy (ND) degree. I am dedicated to guiding others through their wellness journeys, helping them discover natural solutions that fit their personal needs. And this goes far beyond just using essential oils.

I am available to do full health consultations with you. I have a program in place to help you "detox your home" and make it less intimidating to switch over to healthier options. I also have an amazing bio-scanner that will take a reading using your phone, and which will give us a full health profile to see exactly what your body is needing right now.

Please reach out to me to book your free Discovery Call! I would love to meet you where you are - and help propel you into better health. I'm here to support you in any way you need on your path to a healthier lifestyle!

Many blessings to you,
Sarah Claburn, ND

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