If you are looking for an easy way to make your life a little greener , try making your own stick of deodorant. Homemade stick deodorant is an inexpensive, safe and natural alternative to the harsh chemicals and irritating fragrances found in store-bought deodorants. This recipe uses a natural moisture absorber ( cornstarch ), a natural deodorizer ( baking soda ), and a natural anti-bacterial/anti-fungal oil (tea tree oil) to keep you feeling fresh and smelling good.

Apply this deodorant in the same manner you would the store-bought kind. A little goes a long way, so use a lighter hand than you usually would.

Make sure the base is twisted all the way down to the bottom. It may seem soft at first, but should set up after a few days.

The tea tree oil is for scent only. You can replace it with any other essential oil. If you have no essential oils on hand, you can opt out of the scent completely.

I would suggest you don't, as it plays a big part in the deodorant. You should be able to find it in your local grocery store, or order it online. Otherwise, it might be better to just buy deodorant.

Yes, make sure it is clean before you put the deodorant in it, though. It also might be helpful to have one that twists up and down.

If you have used deodorant before and have run out of it, wash it out and use that as the container.

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