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Natural Deodorant for Men: Best Kinds and How to Make Your Own


DIY Deodorant for Men
Finding the best deodorant for men that’s natural and actually works can be the pits! I’ve been making natural homemade deodorant for several years now and I love how easy and effective it is. This men’s deodorant recipe is just as good, but has a manly scent to it (along with a few other updates!).

Best Men’s Deodorant (That Really Works)

Confession time… I used to be super sweaty! Natural deodorant (and clean eating) have made a world of difference. Men’s sweat though… that’s a whole other level!
This men’s deodorant can stop man-stink in its tracks with essential oils and other natural ingredients. For those just switching to a natural deodorant, an armpit detox will speed up the detox process for fresh pits.
If you’re not a DIYer, I’ve included a few store-bought natural deodorants for men that really work at the bottom of this post.

Sweat-Absorbing Ingredients

Baking soda has a very high pH at around 9, while our skin’s protective acid mantle is around 4.5 pH. This is one reason some people find it causes skin irritation and redness in a deodorant.
My men’s deodorant recipe uses some baking soda (but not too much!) for its odor-preventing properties, but I’ve added other ingredients that serve the same purpose but are gentle on the skin.
Arrowroot powder or cornstarch helps to gently absorb underarm moisture and thicken the product. Diatomaceous earth does the same, with added antimicrobial properties. When sweat hits bacteria on the skin it causes odor. Adding antimicrobial ingredients helps solve that problem.

No Aluminum!

The science behind aluminum toxicity isn’t clear, but there’s enough evidence of harm that I avoid it. Antiperspirant deodorants with aluminum block pores to reduce sweat. Natural deodorants allow the body’s natural detoxification processes to work, which is good for the body.

Naturally Scented With Essential Oils

I’m not a fan of fake fragrances. There are over 3,100 chemicals used in fragrances and NONE of them are required to be listed on a product label.
So, for those who want to smell good (safely!) what’s the best option? Essential oils smell great and offer important health and mood benefits. For men’s skincare, I like to use musky or woodsy scents. (Most men don’t want to smell like lavender.)
Some essential oils can be safely used in larger amounts than others, and some cause photosensitivity when used above a certain percentage.but .5-2% is a good rule of thumb.
Here are some of the hubby-approved essential oils I’ve used in his DIY products over the years:
  • Cypress
  • Cedarwood
  • Balsam fir
  • Fir needle
  • Frankincense
  • Myrrh
  • Tea tree (also known as melaleuca)
  • Sandalwood
  • Patchouli
  • Vetiver
  • Sweet Orange
  • Bergamot (phototoxic)
  • Lemon (phototoxic)
  • Mandarin
  • Juniper berry
  • Cinnamon
  • Clove
I’ve narrowed down to my favorite combination in the recipe below, but feel free to switch up the essential oils to your preference. Anything from the list above will work. (Or come up with your own unique combo!)

My Favorite Men’s Deodorant Scent

Here’s a breakdown of the essential oils I used in my men’s deodorant recipe and why they work so well:
  • Cypress –  An astringent to tighten pores and minimize but not prevent sweating (because it’s healthy!). It also helps relieve stress (think stress sweat) and acts as an antiseptic.
  • Sweet orange – Anti-fungal, antibacterial, and doesn’t cause photosensitivity.
  • Frankincense – Fights stress and anxiety which can help with stress sweat and overall mood.
And they also smell great together!

DIY Recipe: Natural Deodorant for Men

This recipe yields 5 ounces, or enough to fill two deodorant tubes. If your tubes are more than 2.5 ounces each, cut back on the coconut oil.

Ingredients

  • ¼ cup arrowroot powder (or non-GMO cornstarch)
  • 3 TBSP baking soda
  • 2 TBSP diatomaceous earth (or more arrowroot or cornstarch if desired)
  • 6 TBSP coconut oil
  • 1.5 TBSP beeswax, pellets or chopped (use only 1 TBSP if putting deodorant in a jar instead of tube)
  • 8 drops orange essential oil
  • 18 drops cypress essential oil
  • 8 drops frankincense essential oil OR fir needle essential oil
  • (or use your favorite skin-safe essential oil for the above)

Supplies

  • Hot pad or towel
  • Small pot
  • Deodorant tubes – re-purposed clean ones,

Instructions

  1. In a heat-safe glass jar, like a mason jar, add the beeswax and coconut oil.
  2. Place the jar in a pot with several inches of water in it, and heat over medium high heat until melted.
  3. Remove the jar from the heat with a hot pad or towel and allow it to cool for a minute. Whisk in the essential oils, arrowroot, baking soda, and diatomaceous earth.
  4. This will solidify rather quickly, so immediately pour the natural deodorant into your containers. If you prefer to have the deodorant in a jar, adjust the beeswax and keep the deodorant in the jar you made it in!

Variations

Once you try this recipe, mix it up with other scent combinations. Here are some ideas of essential oils that pair well:
  • Clove, cinnamon, orange
  • Cypress, juniper berry
  • Bergamot, cedarwood
  • Sandalwood, patchouli
  • Sweet orange, patchouli
  • Lemon, fir needle

How to Apply Natural Men’s Deodorant

  • Apply to clean armpits
  • Less is more! Apply a thin layer and rub it in if necessary. Too much leaves a tacky/gummy feeling.
  • Wait a few minutes before putting a shirt on, or the deodorant may leave stains.
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