How to Make Lemon Deodorants

Making lemon deodorant is a very simple process, and there are a few reasons to make your own skin care and cosmetics products. Making your own deodorant can save you a lot of money over buying expensive commercial brands, and homemade deodorant will not contain possibly dangerous additives like aluminum, which according to the Global Health Center has been linked to Alzheimer's and breast cancer. This simple deodorant recipe makes enough for one stick, which will keep for several months if stored in a cool place.

Things You'll Need

• ½ cup corn starch
• ½ cup baking soda
• Large metal mixing bowl
• 8 drops coconut oil
• 12 drops lemon oil
• 5 drops vitamin E
• Clean plastic deodorant container

Instructions

1. Combine the corn starch and baking soda in a large mixing bowl with your hands or a plastic stirrer.

2. Add the coconut oil, lemon oil and vitamin E. Mix thoroughly with your hands or a plastic mixing tool until well combined.

3. Transfer the deodorant mixture to a clear plastic container, and pack the deodorant tightly into the container.

4. Allow the mixture to solidify in the container for 24 hours before first use.

Tips & Warnings

• Clear plastic deodorant containers can be ordered on-line and are available through some beauty supply retailers.

• Avoid using a stainless steel mixing bowl, as there is some concern about heavy metals entering cosmetic and skin care products.

References

• "Natural Beauty Basics: Create Your Own Cosmetics and Body Care Products;" Dorie Byers; 2001
• Passionate Homemaking
• Global Health Center

Resources

• Plastic Deodorant Containers