Love to use natural products? Try making THESE deodorants at home

When it comes to taking care of your skin and health, we avoid products that are filled with chemicals. Chemicals not only harm our skin and health, but they also have some other side effects. Especially, when it comes to deodorants, they are packed with chemicals that not only cause skin irritation, but blackening of underarms is also something that happens because of deodorants. This is especially difficult for people with sensitive skin because the chemicals can even lead to a severe allergic reaction in extreme cases. So, if you are planning to buy a deo that is more natural and chemical-free, then how about making one at home yourself?

Making these deodorants will surely take a while, but at least they will be chemical-free and will not harm your skin. Read below to find out some natural home deodorant recipes that are safe to use. You can also add your own touch and ingredients to it to make to smell more aromatic.  

Aloe Vera Deodorant:

Sweat is formed when our bodies heat up too much. So the best way to avoid sweat is by making sure your body doesn’t get overheated at any point. That’s where the Aloe Vera helps. Its cooling properties help keep the heat at bay. Take 4 tbsp of shea butter, 5 tbsp of arrowroot powder, 1 tbsp of baking soda, 1 tbsp aloe vera gel, 5 drops tea tree essential oil and 5 drops lavender essential oil. 

Method: Add shea butter to a pan on the stove and let it melt over low heat. Once melted, add aloe vera gel, baking soda and arrowroot powder. Blend it well till you get a smooth paste. Add the tea tree and lavender oils and stir continuously. Once done, empty the mixture into an airtight container and store it in a cool place. 

Activated charcoal deodorant:

Activated charcoal is known as the magic ingredient and is often used in many beauty products. It’s known to suck out impurities from the skin and hence can be a great ingredient in deodorant. It will help in removing impurities, toxins and heavy metals from your skin. Take 4 ½ tbsp coconut oil, 5 tbsp cornstarch, 1 tbsp baking soda, 2 capsules of activated charcoal and 20 drops of essential oil. 

Method: Add coconut oil to a pan and let it melt on a low flame. Once melted, turn off the heat and add the baking soda and cornstarch. Empty two capsules of activated charcoal into the mixture. Mix well to form a creamy paste and add the essential oil of your choice. Once done, empty the mixture into an airtight container and store it in a cool place. 

Vodka Deodorant:

If your skin is oily and if you don't want to use a cream-based deo, then alcohol-based deodorant would be perfect for you. Alcohol has great antiseptic properties and is the main ingredient in store-bought deodorants too. Add some herbs to the mixture and get the heavenly fragrance. Take 1¼ cup vodka, ¼ cup thyme leaves, ¼ cup dried lavender, 1 peel of a lime and 20 drops of your favourite essential oil. 

Method: Add thyme and dried lavender in a jar and blend them. Then add the vodka to the jar and cover it with a lid. Let the mixture sit for a month and shake the jar once a day. After a month, drain the mixture and add the essential oil to it. Pour mixture into a spray bottle and start using your aromatic deodorant. 

Try these at home, and do let us which one is your favourite.