Sun, 12 Apr 2020 18:04:51 -0500WeeblyThu, 16 Jun 2016 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.bygardensgrace.com/blog-recipe/coconut-oil-deoderantIngredients

• 6 T coconut oil (Use liquid if you prefer a spray)
• 1/4 cup (4 T) baking soda (Note: Baking soda can cause a rash for some, if this happens try reducing the amount by half) 
• 1/4 cup (4 T) arrowroot or organic cornstarch
• essential oils (optional) (Note: Some EO's can also cause skin reactions, start with only a drop or two and increase as desired!)

Instructions

1. Mix baking soda and arrowroot together in a medium sized bowl.
2. Mash in coconut oil with a fork until well mixed. If using liquid just mix it in.
3. Add oils if desired. 
4. Store in small glass jar, old deodorant container, (or a spray bottle if liquid was used).

]]>Mon, 06 Jun 2016 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.bygardensgrace.com/blog-recipe/shea-butter-deoderantIngredients

• 3 T Coconut Oil
• 3 T Baking Soda (Note: Baking soda can cause a rash for some, if this happens try reducing the amount by half) 
• 2 T Shea Butter
• 2 T Arrowroot (optional) or organic cornstarch
• Essential Oils (optional) (Note: Some EO's can also cause skin reactions, start with only a drop or two and increase as desired!)

Note: You can get all the ingredients here.
Instructions
Combine Shea butter and coconut oil in a quart size glass mason jar with a lid and place this in a small saucepan of water until melted… This can also be done in the microwave.

1. Remove from heat and add baking soda and arrowroot (If you don’t have arrowroot, use more baking soda or just omit)
2. Mix well
3. Add essential oils and pour into a glass container for storage. It does not need to be stored in the fridge.
4. If you prefer, you can let it cool completely and put into an old deodorant stick for easier use, though it may melt in the summer!

NOTE: It may take several hours to completely harden but this process can be sped up by putting in the fridge for a few minutes.



]]>Sat, 04 Jun 2016 05:00:00 GMThttp://www.bygardensgrace.com/blog-recipe/magnesium-deoderantIngredients

• 4 ounces magnesium oil
• 10-15 drops of your favorite essential oils or a mixture
• A 4 ounce or larger glass spray bottle (Something simular to this one works well)

Instructions

1. Pour the magnesium oil into a glass spray bottle and add any essential oils you like (I like peppermint or clove. Not too much or you will get a cooling or heating effect!)
2. To use: spray a small amount on underarms and rub in gently. Let dry for about 5 seconds.

Note: Stinging can sometimes occur if used right after shaving or if you are low on magnesium. But should subside after a few days.
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