is astringent and refreshing.
How to Make Herbal Deodorant
• If you’re using fresh ingredients, mince them to make allow for complete maceration. I left mine whole for a prettier picture, but really, the end result will be the same so feel free to toss them in.
• After placing the herbs into the jar of choice, slice your lemon rind and toss it in.
• Top off the jar with 80 proof vodka, cap tightly, and shake daily for a few seconds for 4 weeks.
• Once 4 weeks has passed, it’s now time to strain your marc (the herbs). Pour the concoction over a coffee filter or fine mesh strainer into a clean mason jar. Be sure to squeeze the herbs as you do this.
• Now add the ½ tsp of glycerin and all of the essential oils (you can choose which ever essentials oils you like for this recipe).
• Cap tightly and shake vigorously for a good 30 seconds.
• Get your little spray bottles ready and use a funnel to carefully fill each one with your homemade herbal deodorant.
• Cap, label, and store in a cool dark cabinet.
• How to use Your New Herbal Deodorant
• Shake well and spritz onto clean, dry underarms. You can use a cotton ball or pad to apply it as well.
• Allow the deodorant to dry before dressing to ensure it stays where it’s supposed to.
• Enjoy odor free underarms!!
Feeling lazy? Check out this alternative! It’s all natural and kind of amazing!
Check out my other deodorant recipes here and here =)