Antiperspirants are laden with chemicals including aluminium which has been linked to health concerns like alzheimer's so it's a good one to remove.

The difference between a natural deodorant & an anti-perspirant is that deodorant will still allow you to sweat. Sweating is a natural bodily function helps our bodys remove toxins but the trick is to keep bacteria & odour at bay. The combination of Bicarb, Tapioca flour & essential oils keep odours at bay & you smelling fresh all day! It can take a few days for your body to adjust so don't give up!

INGREDIENTS

2 tbsp baking soda

2 tbsp tapioca flour

2 tbsp coconut oil

20gm Beeswax or 5gm candelilla wax -opt

4 drops tea tree oil

5-6 drops essential oils* of your choice

TOOLS

Tablespoon measure or precise ml measure

Bowl

Pot

Whisk & spatula

Stovetop

Precise scales

Small sterilised repurposed jar 50 - 100ml

METHOD

Sanitise equipment & surface area.

Add a few inches of water to your pot & start to heat ensuring bowl doesn't touch water

Add coconut oil & wax & melt slowly & gently. Add in baking soda & tapioca flour & heat until runny.

Remove from heat & set aside to cool for 5 mins before adding essential oils.

Label jar.

USE

Apply a small pea-sized amount to the palm & warm before applying to the underarms. Apply gently & do not rub in vigorously.

NOTES

A small number of people may be sensitive to baking soda. If irritation occurs stop use.

If you are known to have skin sensitivities try the sensitive deodorant balm recipe.

SHELF LIFE

12 months - always use clean hands when applying to avoid contamination