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DIY Deodorant Bars

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Ditch your toxic, commercial deodorant in favor of these easy DIY deodorant bars – super easy to put together with easy-to-find ingredients!

Ditch your toxic, commercial deodorant in favor of these easy DIY deodorant bars!

Several months ago we whipped up an easy deodorant for sensitive skin – using bentonite clay, and essential oils.  Not long after that DIY, my 13 year old daughter asked me if it was possible to make a similar deodorant for use that didn’t have bentonite clay.

As wonderful as bentonite clay is in deodorant, she couldn’t seem to get past the color. She was scared that her arms would turn gray and that her clothing would take on a grayish tint… 

Using that deodorant recipe as a base, we worked out a recipe that would help us make our own deodorant bars. It was incredibly easy to use and perfect for young adults like her that are just starting out.

Deodorant Bars are a thicker form of this DIY deodorant paste, thickened with arrowroot or tapioca flour. They are a little more solid than traditional deodorant, that allows them to be formed into a bar and used on skin as needed.

Ditch your toxic, commercial deodorant in favor of these easy DIY deodorant bars!

The ingredients for homemade deodorant bars are relatively similar to many other DIYs. They include Shea Butter, Coconut Oil, Beeswax, and essential oils, and poured into a Wilton mold (we used this one here) and allowed to firm up.

(Related post: 25 DIYs with Essential Oils)

If you struggle with odor, you may want to up the essential oils to include about 30-35 drops.    We opted for Tapioca Flour (which is similar to Arrowroot flour) and that can be picked up at your local grocery store or on Amazon.

(Related post: HUGE List of DIY Oily Supplies)

 Ditch your toxic, commercial deodorant in favor of these easy DIY deodorant bars!

Ready to make lotion bars? Before you start, I would recommend starting with an Armpit Detox so that you can purge the toxins from your underarm area and prepare your body for a natural, non-toxic alternative.

Armpit Detox Protocol

Begin with a Detox

If you are new to using natural deodorant, you may need to do a gentle detox to speed up the adjustment period. To do a detox, you will need:

  • 1 Tbsp bentonite clay
  • 1 tsp apple cider vinegar
  • 1-2 tsp water 

Mix those ingredients together in a plastic or glass bowl (not metal) and spread a thin layer over your arms.  Allow to sit 5-15 minutes, and work up to a longer period of time. Wash off in the shower or with a warm washcloth and repeat daily, until your natural deodorant is non irritating.

Then, move on to your deodorant bars or natural deodorant variety.

For many people, baking soda is a natural irritant, so we have opted to use Arrowroot/Tapioca in its place.

Easy DIY Deodorant Bars

This recipe made one full deodorant stick for me plus 4 individual deodorant bars.  If you wish to forego the stick, you’ll get an additional 3-4 deodorant bars. The total number of bars will ultimately depend on your mold size. 

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DIY Deodorant Bars

Ditch your toxic, commercial deodorant in favor of these easy DIY deodorant bars!
Course DIY
Keyword deodorant, DIY, essential oils
Servings 8 bars
Author Sheryl

Equipment

  • Wilton Mold

Ingredients

  • 4 Tbsp shea butter
  • 4 Tbsp coconut oil measured then melted
  • 3 Tbsp beeswax pellets
  • 1/4 C arrowroot flour + 1 tsp
  • 30 drops essential oil tea tree, lavender

Instructions

  • Combine the coconut oil, shea butter, and beeswax in a small saucepan on low heat or, in a canning jar in the microwave for short bursts.
  • Once melted, remove from heat and stir in essential oils and stir mixture until everything is well blended.
  • Pour into the silicone mold and allow to sit several hours until hardened.
  • Store in a cool, dry place.

Have you ever thought about making your own deodorant bars? 

Shared by Sheryl

Comments

  1. Dee says

    August 16, 2019 at 4:49 pm

    Hi there
    I do have some containers that I use for Solid Lotion sticks. I will be trying this recipe for Deodorant sticks. Thanks for sharing.

    Reply
    • Sheryl says

      August 16, 2019 at 11:47 pm

      You bet! Dee, let me know how it works for you.

      Reply
  2. Mindy F. says

    August 21, 2019 at 9:13 pm

    Are there benefits to using arrowroot powder vs. tapioca flour? Is one more odor absorbing or moisture absorbing? Thanks!

    Reply
    • Sheryl says

      August 23, 2019 at 12:21 pm

      They are both about the same in their ability to control moisture..and I’ve used both with equal success.

      The biggest difference though is that tapioca is a starch, and so it can feed yeast. If you have a latex allergy you will want to avoid tapioca as well (for some, the body can mistake compounds in cassava for allergens in latex).

      Reply
  3. Aislinn says

    September 13, 2019 at 8:29 pm

    Hello! What does 1/4 C. + 1 teaspoon mean? Is 1/4 cup + 1 teaspoon? I’m sorry for ask.

    Reply
    • Sheryl says

      September 15, 2019 at 12:30 am

      yes, 1/4 C. + 1 teaspoon. Don’t be sorry! : )

      Reply
  4. Norene says

    April 8, 2020 at 6:30 pm

    Can I sub arrowroot for corn starch?

    Reply
    • Sheryl says

      April 9, 2020 at 8:36 am

      absolutely!

      Reply
  5. LEEANNE PLACIDE says

    June 23, 2020 at 8:45 am

    I’m in a warmer climate so my coconut oil is always in a melted state…how much oil would I need to use ?

    Reply
    • Sheryl says

      June 25, 2020 at 3:34 pm

      56 grams if you have a scale!

      Reply
  6. Tracy says

    June 30, 2020 at 11:14 am

    My beeswax is solid/chunks. Can you recommend weight in grams?
    Thank you

    Reply
    • Sheryl says

      July 1, 2020 at 8:50 am

      Tracy, sure can – 3 Tbsp beeswax pellets is about 42 grams. Hope that helps you!

      Reply
  7. Mariana says

    September 12, 2020 at 4:17 pm

    Hola! se podría reemplazar la cera de abejas por ácido estaérico por ejemplo? para obtenter un producto vegano? Entiendo que la cera es para dar dureza?

    Reply
    • Jéssica says

      October 4, 2020 at 11:36 pm

      Hi, I don’t know about the acid you mentioned, but I know it’s possible to substitute with carnauba wax, which is from plants

      Reply
  8. Michelle says

    September 13, 2021 at 7:47 am

    I’m allergic to coconut. What can I use to substitute?

    Reply
  9. Michelle says

    September 13, 2021 at 7:49 am

    I’m allergic to anything coconut😔 Is there a substitute?

    Reply
    • Sheryl says

      September 16, 2021 at 1:07 pm

      I haven’t made it with anything else so I am not sure I could honestly suggest anything.

      Reply

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