My friend Sarah posted this on her blog after reading about it herself at the link below. Thanks Sarah!
Did you know that nearly all commercial deodorants contain aluminum salts, usually aluminum chlorohydrate? Manufacturers like aluminum because it effectively suppresses perspiration but the metal has a dark side once it makes its way into our body. Aluminum toxicity It has been linked to cancer, Alzheimer’s Disease, and other health issues. It is especially important for women to take thought to the harmful aluminum materials in deodorant as it has been linked to breast cancer, being that the breast tissue extends up into the armpits.
Most commercial deodorants also contain parabens, which act as preservatives and stabilizers, but which like aluminum can be absorbed into the skin. Parabens mimic estrogen, and though the amounts we absorb on a daily basis might be small, over time, the accumulation can be significant.
Did you know you can make your own wonderful effective deodorant with just a few completely natural ingredients? This recipe is awesome! It’s even edible!(A saved call to poison control, huh Dawny?) It is frugal and very effective! It smells wonderful, but very faint. For years I tried every natural alternative on the market without much success. It has been successfully tried by hundreds of readers! Coconut oil is an all natural oil that has wonderful anti-bacterial and immune boosting qualities. It can effectively nourish and moisturize the skin. This recipe is also very frugal, costing less than a dollar per batch.
Ingredients:
6-8 Tbsp Coconut oil (solid state) (Coconut oil is known for being anti-viral, antibacterial and anti-fungal)
1/4 cup baking soda
1/4 cup arrowroot powder or cornstarch (arrowroot is preferred)
Directions:
Combine equal portions of baking soda & arrowroot powder.
Slowly add coconut oil and work it in with a spoon or hand blender until it maintains a firm but pliable texture. It should be about the same texture as commercial deodorant, solid but able to be applied easily. If it is too wet, add further arrowroot powder/cornstarch to thicken.
You can either scoop this recipe into your old deodorant dispensers or place in a small container with lid and apply with fingers with each use.
Makes about 1 cup. This recipe lasts about 3 months for two people with regular daily use. I store it in a small Tupperware container with the recipe written on the outside so I will never loose.
For more info and a video tutorial click here .
I've never used anything other than commercial deodorants and after trying this I am hooked. Not only is it next free, it works....really! Why is it I tend to discount *natural* alternatives to commercial products? I am glad I tried this. There is just so much breast cancer in women today and with the heavy use of chemicals right on the breast tissue, it does concern me. I am glad I have this to start my children out right for their health. Give it a try!
6 comments:
Hmm...I think I'll give this a try! Where can I find arrow root?
Interesting! Does it just control odor, or does it handle wetness as well?
Cara, I would think you could find arrowroot at a health food grocery. I used cornstarch because I had it in the cupboard.
Kristi, if you click on the link you can read more about it's effects. I have been using it exclusivly for a couple weeks now and not had any wetness at all, but that may be me.
Lol,anything to save a call to poison control. Where do you get the Coconut oil? I have never heard of it in a solid state? I might try this.
I order it through Azure Standard, you can buy it online or if you only want enough to make this recipe you come to my house for coffee with the children. ;) We have baby gooooats, can I lure you out here?
I've been using this for a few months now and have been very happy with the results.
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