Alcohol based roller deodorant
We all want to smell nice, or at least not so horrible that people won’t want to be around us. And deodorant is a good way to achieve that. But unfortunately, when I was pregnant with my oldest daughter I couldn’t stand regular deodorant. So I started experimenting with DIY versions, and after 10 years, I finally have a deodorant that is here to stay.
Why make your own homemade deodorant?
For me this is simple, I want a deodorant that is cheap and doesn’t have any unpronounceable ingredients. That way, I don’t have to go on the internet and try and figure out if one of the ingredients is or isn’t potentially dangerous. Which in time, saves me a lot of time and headaches.
Also, the fact that I can choose what scent my deodorant has is a nice plus. If you like floral scents then you can choose for rose or lavender. Or maybe you like herbal scents and you would prefer sage, rosemary or thyme. Or maybe you want to smell like a cupcake and would prefer some vanilla essential oil as your scent.
So whatever your reason for making your own deodorant, this deodorant will make making your own all that much easier.
How to make your own homemade deodorant
This deodorant is so quick and easy to whip up. It last such a long time too, that it is just easier then having to buy it at the drugstore. And this way you have complete control over the ingredients you use on your body.
Ingredients:
- 50 ml of strong alcohol (gin or vodka)
- 15-20 drops essential oil (I like lavender and tea tree)
- 1/8 tsp xanthan gum powder
You will also need one deodorant roller that holds 50 ml
Preparation:
- Clean and open the deodorant roller.
- Measure out the xanthan gum powder and add it in the deodorant roller.
- Add essential oils of your choosing and add 15 to 20 drops to the deodorant roller.
- Vigorously mix the powder with the oils with either a toothpick or a knitting needle.
- Slowly add in the alcohol while you keep mixing with your stirring instrument of choice.
- Once everything is properly mixed, add the cap with its little rollerball.
- Use when needed. To use just roll over your armpits so that the deodorant can do its magic.
Let me know in the comments how you like this homemade deodorant.
If you want to try more homemade toxin free beauty products, then try my herbal hand cream.
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