Herbal deodorant - sage & rosemary, baking soda-free
Les Mauvaises Herbes
Making DIY deodorant has never been so simple thanks to KIIMA's refillable deodorant applicators! We've got you covered with a deodorant with herbaceous scents and a touch of freshness reminiscent of eucalyptus. Making your own deo is simple, rewarding, and IT WORKS.
Level
Intermediate
Preparation
20 minutes
Contains
2 cubes of about 43 g
Conservation
6 to 12 months
Ingredients
- 2 tbsp (20 g) of sunflower wax
- 3 tbsp (26 g) of refined shea butter (or mango butter)
- 2 tbsp (26 g) of fractionated coconut oil (or other vegetable oil)
- 1 tbsp (8.5 g) of arrowroot starch
- 1 tbsp (5 g) of diatomaceous earth
- 25 drops (1.1 g) of clary sage essential oil (Salvia sclarea)*
- 25 drops (1.2 g) of cineole rosemary essential oil (Rosmarinus officinalis)
- DIY Deodorant Mold | KIIMA
- Refillable deodorant applicator | KIIMA
* Clary sage essential oil isn't recommended during pregnancy and breastfeeding. In case of hormonal pathology, consult your doctor before using this essential oil regularly.
Preparation steps
1. Put the sunflower wax, shea butter and fractionated coconut oil in a Mason-style jar (or other heat-resistant container).
2. Place the Mason jar in a small pot and fill the pot with water until the water level comes slightly above that of the ingredients in the Mason jar.
3. Heat over low heat until everything has melted.
4. Turn off the heat. Leave the Mason jar in the still-hot water, and add the arrowroot starch, diatomaceous earth and essential oils, then mix well.
5. Pour into the molds and let set a few hours.
How to use it
To find out how to insert your deodorant into your KIIMA refillable deodorant applicator, it's right here.
How does a natural deo like this one work?
Arrowroot starch and diatomaceous earth are two very effective powders for absorbing moisture. Clary sage essential oil regulates excessive perspiration and rosemary essential oil controls the skin bacteria populations that cause bad odors.
