No DIY needed here! Just go to the store or farmers market and buy some organic LEMONS. Or, maybe you have a lemon tree already growing in your back yard, in that case, they're free for you!
Yes, I am serious, the BEST Natural Deodorant Ever is a LEMON.
I've tried pretty much all of the natural deodorants you see in natural health food stores. Then I tried making my own homemade deodorants ... and still, they just didn't cut it. Then a tried plain ole' baking soda for a while, and it was okay, but it still didn't quite do the trick + I didn't care for the feeling of it.
Then came the LEMON! I have been using lemon for many years now and I have to say it is awesome!
Directions
1. Wash a lemon.
2. Cut lemon in half.
3. Squeeze a small amount of juice into your hand.
4. Rub onto armpits.
That's it!
If it's extra hot out during summer months or you find yourself a little extra sweaty ... then you might need to wash your armpits once during the day and then reapply the lemon.
You can also reapply the lemon during the day even if you can't wash your armpits first.
WARNING: If you shave your armpits, you might want to wait at least 10 minutes before applying the lemon juice or it WILL sting, but it will go away if you can't wait.
Storage: Store the cut lemon in the refrigerator for longer shelf life.
What's your favorite natural deodorant?
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Sounds like a good one. I have one for you too. Baking Soda! I mix, 1/2 & 1/2 Baking Soda and corn starch or talcum powder or a powder of choice. Put it on with a powder puff and no more order. Even my husband who works in construction, even mid summer, even not showering daily.
ReplyDeleteOh how funny, Emily. I'm posting a natural deodorant on Friday (it is baking soda based, but also with coconut oil and essential oils).
ReplyDeleteI have to say, I LOOOVE this idea. I've never heard of using lemon as a deodorant and I am going to try this tomorrow! So awesome. :-)
Hugs,
--amber
lol awesome Amber :) I can't wait to check out your recipe for the deodorant.
DeleteLoved your idea of natural deodorant! I use my DIY deodorant made of coconut oil, baking soda and corn starch. Seems to be working well.
ReplyDeleteThanks. Im glad you've found one that works for you. Coconut oil is awesome, and great combined with the baking soda.
Deleteneat idea! And, a great way to improve the storage time is to invert the cut lemon onto the bottom of a ramekin which has been sprinkled with salt.
ReplyDeleteOh that's a great idea! Thanks.
DeleteHi Emily!
ReplyDeleteThank you for the recipe. Will try it out soon enough!!
-Tess
Hope you enjoy it Tess!
DeleteThanks for sharing this link on my 10 Ways to DIY collaborative post. I've also shared it on my FB 10-day awareness challenge event for Day 6.
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