help! need natural deoderant options! - Page 2

[amcal]

Rachel - I have to admit that I have used the alcohol based body sprays from Bath and Body Works, Target, Walmart etc.... They work just as well since they are basically just alcohol and fragrance. Often they have aloe vera in them as well. I tend to get these as gifts so, I just use them as deodorant.

I do prefer my own since I can use deodorizing essential oils but, I love the ease and convenience of prepared body sprays as well.

But, Frugal - yes, when I make my own, I just use rubbing alcohol.

[fanniefarkle]

Originally Posted by amcal

That being said, I use alcohol in a spray bottle. Have for years. The alcohol kills the bacteria that causes odor. It's simple and very effective.

I put a few drops of essential oils (lavender, tea tree, patchouli, lemongrass) in a spray bottle, fill with alcohol and I spritz after my shower in the morning. Keeps me stink free all day. And, I live in Phoenix - it's HOT and I'm a sweaty, stinky gal and this works great. I generally only have to spritz once in the morning but, if it's a particularly hot, active day, I may need to spritz again. I do carry a small travel size with me in case I need to freshen up but, I rarely use it.

This is what I use, too. Very effective, even here in humid Georgia.

[oneotamama]

Another curious mama wondering if it's just regular rubbing alcohol that you're using??

[amcal]

Originally Posted by oneotamama

Another curious mama wondering if it's just regular rubbing alcohol that you're using??

yes, regular rubbing alcohol.

[Amila]

I like the Earthscience Lichen plant too!!!

[milkmommie]

I use 1/2 part baking soda, 1/2 part org. corn starch, and some lavender ess. oil.
I've been doing this for three and a half years. It works okay. I still sweat, we're supposed to. I still smell sometimes but not a lot. It works to reapply if you notice you're getting smelly too.

I've gotten to the point where I kind of like my smell. To me it's like how we've been taught that our periods are "gross". Once you get to know your body in it's natural state and accept it for what it is....it's not really that gross anymore.

[Gabrielle's Mom]

I may use the alcohol if the Toms of Maine stops working, but for now I'm good. I get slightly smelly and reapply and I'm good all day.

[almadianna]

i have used the funk butter as well and i loved it... you cannot go deoderant less here in texas...well at least I cant because i offend.