Homemade Deodorant for Pennies!

Since embarking on my no poo journey (see here) I have also been looking at other thrifty ways of saving money and going harsh chemical free. One of my favourite discoveries has got to be homemade deodorant. See here for a detailed account of how to make it and some other harsh chemical free tips.

This deodorant really works. It really does. Before going chemical free I used various antiperspirants up to twice a day. If I didn't my pits would have a full on stink party. Sorry. Now however I can go two to three days without even wearing any and get no smell at all. It really is amazing. Here is the recipe:

• 1/4 cup cornflour (cornstarch) or arrow root powder
• 1/4 cup baking soda (bicarb) 
• 5 TBS of coconut oil
• 4-6 drops of essential oils (I use rose)

Just mix all of these ingredients together and put into either an empty deodorant stick or into a plastic bpa free container to scoop out and smear on. I love it. It is so creamy and soft and makes my armpits feel nourished.

Please please please try this recipe and let me know what you think I would love to know.