Deodorant: Update #1

So, to come up with what to actually put in the deodorant I combined a bit from a recipe that I read on Angry Chicken and a bit from this recipe. The beeswax from the second recipe is a fantastic addition as it makes it much easier to make an actual deodorant stick. I found that without the beeswax you're just rubbing yummy smelling cocoa/shea butter on your pits. I also substituted white rice flour for cornstarch from the first recipe- big mistake. The deodorant turned out really gritty. I can't stand it, but OT is okay with it for now. When I get some more time on my hands (I'm working for the next few days, ugh) I will master this deodorant once and for all!

Deodorant Journey

I've been waiting all day for the UPS truck to come and deliver my package. While on my way home this morning from the bank I saw that sweet little brown truck pull out of our neighborhood and I was giddy with excitement...and then I was totally let down when I didn't have a package waiting. I've spent all day listening for that truck. Finally around 6:30 (yeah....6:30, and we're talking PM, 1830!!!) the truck pulls up in front of my house while I'm catching a new episode of Intervention (and damn, that is one depressing show, but I'm addicted).

It was like Christmas morning!




I immediately got to work.

Old deodorant container:


Melting the beeswax:


I wish I could remember the recipe I used. This first run I consider trial and error. I used unknown amounts of baking soda, shea butter, cocoa butter, rice flour, beeswax and lots of clary sage and lemongrass essential oil.

In the containers (one for me and one for him):



No verdict yet as to how well they work. I'm sure I'll get all the feedback I need tomorrow.
Until then...