How to Make Thyme and Orange Peel Deodorant

Thyme and orange peel deodorant is a simple, natural deodorant made with ingredients that can easily be found in almost any health food or grocery store. Making your own deodorant has several benefits, including saving you quite a bit of money over buying expensive store-bought deodorants. Many commercially available products also contain aluminum, which may be dangerous to your health. Thyme and orange peel deodorant will keep for about one month if stored in a dry, dark place between uses.

Things You'll Need

• 1/2 cup fresh thyme
• Zest of 1 Valencia orange
• 1 cup apple cider vinegar

Instructions

1. Place the fresh thyme and orange zest in a sterilized glass jar with a tight-fitting lid.

2. Pour the apple cider vinegar over the thyme and orange peel and replace the lid. Store the jar in a cool, dark place for 14 days, shaking daily.

3. Transfer the deodorant to an 8 oz. glass jar with a wide-mouth top.

4. Soak a cotton ball in the mixture and rub under each arm to use.

Tips & Warnings

• Avoid mixing or storing any type of homemade deodorants skin care products in an aluminum container, as there is serious concern about heavy metals entering the skin through the pores.

References

• Natural Beauty at Home; Cox, Janice; 2002
• Planet Green: Homemade Beauty Products

Resources

• All Natural Beauty: Homemade Beauty Recipes and Tips