Aluminum free, homemade deodorant- easy and quick :-)

Today, I want to share a quick and easy recipe for homemade, all-natural deodorant. To me, spirituality includes all aspects of life, also physical health and well-being and since some time now, I am becoming more and more conscious about what I choose to put in and on my body. I stopped using "normal" (meaning, non-natural) deodorant a couple of months ago, after noticing how it sometimes made the area under my arms hurt. Most deodorants and anti-perspirants contain Aluminum, which, as recent studies are finding out, most likely harms us in many ways. Putting it on one of the most delicate areas of our bodies does not sound right to me.
I tried some of the natural options of deodorant, but found them to be either a bit expensive, or not working too well for me. Then, I stumbled across some recipes for home-made deodorant, and found that it works quite well for me, plus, it is not at all expensive to make. You can also add your own essential oil if you like, making it smell the way you like best.

Home made, all-natural deodorant

You will need one cup of cornstarch, one tablespoon of baking soda, and about six tablespoons of coconut oil (you can melt the coconut oil before using it, so it mixes in easier, but the recipe works just fine with hard coconut oil as well, you just may need to stir and mix for a longer time).

Mix the cornstarch and baking soda in a medium sized bowl and start adding the coconut oil gradually, all the time continuing to stir. You know your deodorant is done when your mix becomes smooth like cake frosting. You can now go ahead and mix in about 10 drops of your favorite essential oil for a nice scent. Be careful though to only use pure essential oil, as artificial oils might irritate your skin.

You can store your deodorant in a small glass- or plastic container, and if you live in a cooler climate or have a cool place to store your deodorant in, you may even use an empty deodorant stick, and the mix will stay solid. Know though, that coconut oil melts easily, so a jar might be the easiest and cleanest option. To use, take out a small quantity with your (clean)fingers and apply to your underarms. It should absorb quickly and leave your skin dry and smooth ;-)

Good luck!