Some
people like to use natural deodorant and antiperspirants because
of new research about toxic ingredients in national store brand
types. If you want to make sure you are using something safe, but
don't want to make your own, go shopping at your local health food
stores for natural deodorants. The one major ingredient that is
proven harmful is Alum (Aluminum Zirconium) - so look for that on
labels - even at health food stores.
Antiperspirants
have ingredients that help reduce the pore size and therefore lessens
perspiration. This sounds great, but it does stop the natural moisture
release that our bodies are made to perform. So, deodorant is the
choice of many....Deodorants will kill the 'odor-causing' bacteria
that is on our skin - therefore eliminating body odor.
Below
are a couple recipes to make your own deodorants and antiperspirant.
Deodorant
Cream
1/4
cup white vegetable shortening
1 1/4 tsp cornstarch
1/8 tsp tincture of benzoin
2 tsp baking soda
10 drops essential oil (optional)
Mix
all ingredients thoroughly in a bowl and transfer into a jar with
lid. To use, apply a small amount under your arms and rub in very
well.
*If
you have sensitive skin, omit the essential oil.
* This
is good for those who have sensitive skin and or dry skin (good
in dry climates or during the winter).
*You
can find tincture of benzoin at your local health food store.
Witch
Hazel Spray
2/3
cups witch hazel
2 cups vodka
1 1/2 tsp glycerine
1/2 tsp liquid chlorophyll
Mix
all the ingredients together with a whisk and transfer into a small
spray bottle (best application method). If you don't want to spray
it on, you can use cotton pads or cotton balls).
* You
can find liquid chlorophyl at your local drug or grocery store.
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