Organic Deoderant

The last time I looked on the ingredients list of my deodorant I found something that I didn't expect to see: Aluminum. Aluminum has been linked (not definitively!) to Breast Cancer and Alzheimer's. I decided to make my own deodorant to avoid another common source of unnecessary chemicals. Here is a simple recipe. 



- cornstarch
- baking soda
- coconut oil


Starting with small amounts, mix the ingredients until you reach a desirable consistency. It usually works best if there are equal parts cornstarch and baking soda, and a smaller part coconut oil. Put the resulting paste (The consistency will depend not only on the proportion of ingredients, but also on room temperature.) into a small container and apply with your fingers. This deodorant shouldn't cause problems, and should be a fine replacement for commercial deodorant.








NOTE: I am not advising that you replace commercially bought deodorant with this one. I am not prescribing anything or giving health advice. Use this recipe with your own discretion.