There are so many things we can make for a fraction of the cost and reduce waste in the process. For over 10 years now I've been making my own deodorant, and I've dabbled with soap, toothpaste, hair creme, yoga mat spray, and air fresheners.
Coconut oil is a base ingredient of my deodorant receipe. 2 parts coconut oil, 1 part baking soda, 1 part cornstarch/arrowroot powder plus tea tree oil.
NaturaleBio Organic Virgin Coconut Oil 200ml
As common as this is in the US, I couldn't find it when I was living in Mexico. Mix this 1 to 1 with distilled water and essential oils of choice and its a nice cleaning spray. My grandmother used to use it for a lot of skin needs. She had great skin...
Witch Hazel - Amazon.com
Tea tree oil is my go to essential oil for my deodorant recipe. I love how it smells!
Plant Therapy Organic Tea Tree Oil 100%
This is great for hand salve, hair products, and I've heard for candle making too!
Beeswax
Have not tried this brand but it has what I look for in a coconut oil, cold pressed and organic. I use it for making Deodorant. I also want to get into pulling again. That's where you swish you mouth with coconut oil. It's antibacterial.
Pure Coconut Oil | USDA Certified Organic
Shea butter is awesome to use for the skin! I make a hand salve and this is the key ingredient. I melt it down via the double boil method.
