You don’t have to spend tons of time or money on the best all natural deodorant. This Homemade Deodorant Recipe is very simple to make and you know exactly what is in it. No complicated ingredients or harsh chemicals.
Homemade Deodorant Recipe
We are transitioning to more and more natural products. It feels so good to add this Homemade Deodorant Recipe to the list of items we are making at home. It’s been a gradual process and we have loved everything we have made.
We recently learned how to make Clarifying Shampoo and how to make All Natural Cocoa Lip Balm. It feels so good to add another all natural product to my list of things our family is using now.
Not only do I feel better knowing exactly what my family is using but we are also saving money! It’s a win all around. If you have read the ingredients lately on deodorant or other products you use daily, it’s overwhelming.
Check out this video to see how to make Easy Homemade Deodorant Recipe!
Some of those words you can’t even pronounce. I have such peace of mind knowing my family is using all natural products. No worries about harsh chemicals!
It’s so much cheaper to make your own natural products instead of buying them. I love being able to control exactly what goes into each and every product we make.
My goal is to make nearly everything at home. I have a list of things I want to try and I tackle a new product as I have time. The Honey Body Wash was a hit all around!
I have yet to make anything that was a flop. So far everything has been really simple to make, cost effective and all family members have been pleased.
How to make homemade deodorant?
This was SUPER EASY to make! I used an old solid deodorant container and it worked out really well. However, you can also buy empty containers on Amazon.
They come in all shapes and sizes depending on what you like. They also have some sets that come with labels and such. So handy! I like buying a set because we are always making something.
When it’s time to make more, I can just grab one of the containers and get started. It saves time and money by keeping these on hand.
When you use this deodorant it feels “wet.” It’s not wet in the tube but since it’s coconut oil your body temperature heats it up very quickly and when you put it under your arms, it’s initially wet.
It dries very quickly. So I’d put it on, let it dry and then get dressed. Otherwise you may risk it getting on your clothing. It sort of reminds me of the roll on deodorant that applies wet and then dries.
For essential oil recommendations I’d go with an anti fungal essential oil such as tea tree oil. You could also try something like lavender essential oil which is skin soothing. Essential oils have so many wonderful uses.
We are learning more every day and using more and more of these oils. You can find 6 Amazing Essential Oil Blends for Allergies and even Essential Oils for Hair Growth!
It’s amazing all these little essential oils can do!
It’s so simple to make this Coconut Oil Deodorant!
You are going to love how quick and easy this. You will have all natural deodorant in no time at all! I wondered at first if it might be more trouble than it was worth!
However, it truly was incredibly simple. It looks like “real” deodorant and works great too.
Why is arrowroot powder used in deodorant?
Arrowroot powder helps to absorb moisture. This is the ingredient that helps to keep you dry. Don’t leave this out. 🙂
What can you use as a substitute for deodorant?
You can substitute baking soda or corn starch for deodorant. Many people use one or the other or mix them together. You can certainly try this but I find it easier to use in a traditional stick deodorant.
It’s not as messy and goes on better I think. Of course, do what works for you!
Once you learn how to make deodorant, you will make it all the time!
Our family is saving so much money by making this all natural deodorant. It’s amazing how much you can make for very little money! The savings really add up.
It seems with each new product we incorporate into our daily routine, we also add more savings. It’s awesome to not only be able to give your family something natural to use but save money at the same time!
Let’s make the Best All Natural deodorant!
You are going to be so surprised just how easy this is! Really! It does not take hardly any time to make! Plus, the ingredients are very simple.
With only a few ingredients, you will be making deodorant at home in no time at all!
Ingredients for homemade deodorant stick:
- ¼ cup shea butter
- 3 tablespoons coconut oil
- 3 tablespoons baking soda
- 2 tablespoons arrow root (find in the baking/spice aisle at most grocery stores)
- essential oils (we used tea tree oil and lavender oil)
- empty solid deodorant container
How to make All Natural Deodorant recipe:
1. Place shea butter and coconut oil in a measuring cup with a spout and microwave on high for 30 seconds. Stir. Return to microwave for 30 seconds to 1 minute, stirring after each 20 second interval until mixture is completely melted.
2. Stir in baking soda and arrowroot powder. Mix well. Add essential oils. You’ll need about 3 drops of each one. Mix well.
3. Pour into deodorant container. Place top on container and place in refrigerator to set. After 2 hours, remove from fridge and use as you would normal deodorant.
It’s that simple to make Homemade deodorant with coconut oil!
Simple, easy, inexpensive and works great! What more can you want in a deodorant?! It’s a great product all around.
Life is so busy and it seems we are always running somewhere. I don’t have a lot of time to do complicated projects or money for expensive DIY ideas.
I was really pleased with how quick and easy this was. Now that we know how to make deodorant, it’s something we will do all the time instead of running to the store.
Once we tried it, we quickly realized this homemade deodorant worked great!
Give this homemade deodorant for sensitive skin a try and let us know what you think!
I really think your entire family will love this deodorant. It was simple to make and now on our regular rotation of natural items we create around here.
No need to run to the store when you can make your own deodorant at home. This is such a great item and I’m so glad we tried it.
Let us know what you think once you try it!
Try these other natural ideas:
- Honey Body Wash
- The Best Natural Dandruff Shampoo
- 6 Amazing Essential Oil Blends for Allergies
- All Natural Cocoa Lip Balm
- Essential Oils for Hair Growth
- The Best Natural Dandruff Shampoo
- 25 of the Best Natural Moisturizers
- Homemade Peppermint Sugar Scrub
- Brown Sugar DIY Body Scrub
- DIY Shaving Cream for Women
- 10 Uses for Vinegar to help save you money
- 20 of the Best Natural Moisturizer Ideas
- How to make makeup remover wipes
Love the deodorant. You’re right about letting it dry before getting dressed. The only thing to mention is since it’s mostly made with oils, it gets very soft at room temperature. I find it still has to be stored in the refrigerator. So traveling in a suitcase is not a good idea.
Yes, if it’s warm outside mine does that as well. I recommend trying to add 2 tablespoon of beeswax to help it stay in the solid form. Thank you!
Can u use soy wax instead of bees wax?
I love the smell and ease of making it. Any suggestions on how to keep it from melting. I’ve kept in the fridge and have been applying it in the kitchen every morning. I’d like to apply it in bedroom but it’s too runny. Beeswax, Maybe? I’d love your feedback. Btw, it works as well as any deodorant I’ve used.
Yes, I think adding 2 tablespoons of beeswax would help it stay in the solid form.
Carrie,
I am blown away! I have noticed that after turning a ‘mature’ age, stink has become a larger problem. in the past I used just an essential oil with a carrier oil. But after I made it last night, I used this for the first time today right before I worked out. I wanted to give it the ultimate test. I didn’t smell ANYTHING! Again – blown away! I am a definite convert! I’ll just keep mine in the frig since I can’t use beeswax. Thank you so much!!
Great to hear – thanks for sharing!
Do you have the other recipes? So we can try them.
I really would like to try this. Maybe next month I can get the things to try.
Let us know what you think of the recipe when you try it out!
Add bees wax to your formula and you will not have to keep it in the refrigerator. Beeswax solidifies and holds the ingredients together. You may ask me why, because I make my own deodorant.
How long do you need to dry it so it doesn’t leave oil stains on your clothes?
I’m curious if my sweat will become oily and ruin my clothes. I live in AZ, so sweat is going to happen.
I haven’t had any issues with that. Your skin will slowly absorb the oil in the deodorant. Thanks.
This is truly a great and easy recipe. Thanks for sharing it!
How many ‘sticks’ of deodorant does this recipe make? I understand that it’ll depend on the different sizes of the sticks but was just wondering in general how many sticks does the recipe make.
I use the larger standard size deodorant containers and this recipe generally fills one of those. Thanks.
just plain coconut oil?
Yes, I used regular coconut oil for this recipe.
How long does does the deodorant stay good for? (Shelf life)
It will last up to 6 months. Thank you.
Hi Carrie. I’m very interested in trying this recipe, but I’m concerned about the coconut oil staining my clothes. Is this a problem, and if so, how do you combat it?
I haven’t had an issue with it. I usually put it one first thing when I’m getting ready and allow it to dry completely before putting on my clothes (10-15 minutes). I usually do my make-up or hair while it’s drying in a rob and I haven’t had any issues with the rob or staining on my clothes. Thanks!
Is there anything go you can use in place of the baking soda? Can I just leave it out?
You can leave it out and double the arrow root powder or use cornstarch instead. Thank you!
Excellent post and wonderful blog, I love to read your articles because your writing style is too good.
Thank you!
Thank you for the recipe.
What can I replace arrowroot with?
Thank you.
You can use cornstarch instead of arrowroot – Thank you!
Where do you buy Shea butter?
I purchase mine on Amazon. I got the African Shea Butter last time I ordered some and I really liked it!
ok I’m doing this recipe tonight i will add like mentionned the 2 table spoon of beewax and we’ll see how it goes. I’ll come back and leave a comment.
Thank you – I can’t wait to hear how it goes!
I love the natural deodorant because it smells good and good for the skin. Thanks for this awesome post!
I made it last night and unfortunately the oils separates from the rest after it has set and lies on top not incorporated with the rest. I make a lot of other products with a lot of the same ingredients and never experienced that. Do you have any ideas what makes the oil separate?
I have never had that happen either. I incorporate the oils when the shea butter and coconut oil is in the liquid form and them back sure you place it in the refrigerator to re-solidify. If you leave it at room temperature, the oils will have time to separate before it re-solidifies but I don’t have that issue when I place it in the refrigerator.
I made this as written (half recipe), with beeswax added as suggested, except I used about 5 drops each of lavender and tea tree oil and it wasn’t too much. I’m very happy with it so far, but we’ll have to see how it does in the summer when I’m a lot sweatier and the temperature in the house gets higher than the melting point of coconut oil!