A Zero Waste Deodorant That Actually Works?

Zero waste deodorants are a great alternative for anyone who is looking for a deodorant that is better for their body and the environment than the traditional, chemical-laden, mass-produced deodorants made by big consumer product companies.

With the addition of toxins like aluminum and parabens, traditional deodorants can be highly effective, but they’re also one of the most harmful products we can put on our bodies.

It’s time for us to take a stand, and refuse to put cancer-risk-increasing and hormone-disrupting chemicals on our skin every day.

Zero waste deodorants are made with all-natural, safe, and easy to find ingredients instead.

 

 

But the biggest complaint we hear about eco-friendly deodorants is that they don’t always work as well as the store-bought ones.

So, you’re probably wondering: how do I find a zero waste deodorant that actually works?

After I explain the best way to make your transition, I’ll give you a great recipe to make one at home, and an even better alternative if you’d rather buy one than mix it up yourself.

My DIY Deodorant Experience

Are you a Pinterest person? If you’re not yet, but you love do-it-yourself projects, go check them out. You can thank me later.

Since embarking on my eco-friendly journey, I’ve tried to DIY several common, daily use products that I had at home.

You can find recipes for everything from toothpaste to shampoo, and you can feel so great about these choices because they’re not only better for you, but they’re also not contributing to the horrifying amount of plastic waste and chemical leakage that is destroying our planet.

I tested a few different recipes before I found the right one. They’re all easy to make, but some are more effective than others, and some smell better.

It’s important to know that if this is your first experience with a zero-waste deodorant, you’ll need to detoxify first.

Your body and skin have grown accustomed to the chemicals and other substances that absorb into your skin when you use a traditional deodorant.

Those unnatural substances build up on top of and underneath your skin, and it will take a little bit of time to allow them to work their way out before you make the switch.

But you’re probably wondering: how do I get something out of my body that I’ve been using my whole life?

Don’t worry, it’s actually really easy, and I’ll describe my experience with this step next.

To allow my body to rid itself of all traces of my old deodorants, I stopped using any deodorant at all for two weeks. I picked a two-week time period where my bosses would be out of the office so I knew there would be less pressure each day.

You can try to plan it around a time when you think you’re less likely to stress sweat or when the weather is cool enough for you not to need it as much, but you don’t have to do this, this was just my personal preference.

Once my detox was over, I felt like I was sweating less, with less of a smell, and my skin wasn’t as irritated.

I didn’t try it this way, but I have heard that if you switch without giving your body time to detox, you’re more likely to experience stronger sweating with a worse smell.

Now that the hard part is over, you can switch over to your natural, eco-friendly, zero waste deodorant, and never have to buy one in a plastic tube at Target again.

Next up is the best recipe that I could find for making your own at home.

My Easy and Fun DIY Deodorant Recipe

 

Here’s the deal: I searched and searched to find a recipe that smelled good, worked well, was better for the planet, and was easy to make.

I experimented in my kitchen like a mad scientist, just with essential oils and mason jars instead of beakers and boiling mystery liquids.

I finally found one that could be made in less than five minutes, required only ingredients that I already had, and was incredibly effective.

So, here it is:

All you’ll need is ¼ cup of baking soda, ¼ cup of cornstarch, 2 tablespoons of coconut oil, and 5-10 drops of essential oils.

That’s it!

First, I warmed my coconut oil in the microwave for 10 seconds, just to get it to a consistency that would make it easier to blend with the other ingredients.

Next, I just added in the baking soda, cornstarch, and essential oil. I picked lavender for my essential oil, which is why it smells so great, but you can pick lemongrass or tea tree or any other oil you prefer!

Mix all of your beautiful, natural ingredients together. If it’s too thick to mix all the way, just add a tiny bit of extra coconut oil.

Once it’s all mixed up, pack your fresh zero waste deodorant down into a small container or a cute, decorative mason jar.

I put mine in a pretty little purple mason jar and left it on the sink in the bathroom where it can give the room an eco-friendly pop of color!

Now that it’s ready for use, all you have to do is use your finger to scoop a little bit up, and swipe it onto your underarms.

If it’s too solid to rub onto your skin right away, just hold that little bit you grabbed up against your armpit for a few seconds before you try to rub it around. The natural heat that your body produces will soften it up really quickly.

EcoRoots’ Zero Waste Biodegradable Deodorant Stick

Now: I understand that you may be busy, or you may not be a do-it-yourself person, or you just might not be able to find a recipe that you would like to try out, and that’s all totally okay.

At EcoRoots, we’ve got you covered.

We have great, natural, eco-friendly products just for people like you and me, and our zero waste deodorant is one of our favorites!

You can choose from natural scent , lemongrass and tea tree , summer rain scent or citrus mint.

Each option is made with a base of organic virgin coconut oil and contains other wholesome ingredients like shea butter, cornstarch, beeswax, baking soda, and essential oils.

The best part: no chemicals!

The natural scent option is especially great for anyone with very sensitive skin, but the lemongrass and tea tree still just has a light and refreshing scent. With summer rain scent you will stay fresh naturally. A fresh relaxing scent of lavender and warm floral herby notes. Citrus mint, will smoothly absorb into your skin to help you stay fresh naturally with a clean and lovely scent.

All our zero waste deodorants will combat odor and wetness without harmful chemicals.

We use the same base of virgin coconut oil in each because it’s a great, natural moisturizer.

It also contains antibacterial properties that are very effective in neutralizing underarm odor, which is why you’ll see it in so many DIY deodorant recipes.

Cornstarch, another one of the main ingredients, soothes your skin and helps to absorb perspiration.

Baking soda is also great at absorbing moisture, plus it is a natural odor neutralizer, too.

 

 

Are you looking for BAKING SODA ZERO WASTE DEODORANT?

Look no further, EcoRoots got you covered!

Say goodbye to plastic, aluminum, synthetic ingredients, and stay fresh naturally with our zero-waste deodorant cream. Our aluminum-free zero waste deodorant cream is made with organic ingredients that will leave your pits smelling fresh all day. 

Our natural deodorant effectively works to neutralize underarm odor and absorbs wetness, plus comes packaged in a glass jar with a recyclable metal lid.

How to use our deodorant lotion: Apply a pea-sized amount onto clean and dry pits. Use your fingertips and gently rub until fully absorbed. A little goes a long way. Discontinue if irritation occurs. Do not use it on broken skin.

We know that some people have sensitive skin so we are very happy to have in our collection this zero-waste and vegan alternative stick: Bai-li Baking Soda Free Deodorant.

Choose your favorite scent!

Eucalyptus + Rosemary - a herbal mixture of earthy fresh eucalyptus and woody rosemary

Lavender + Peppermint - a well-balanced herbal blend of earthy lavender flowers and fresh peppermint

Lemon + Bergamot - a citrus mixture of the fresh scent of lemon combines with sweet and floral bergamot 

UNSCENTED DEODORANT & SENSITIVE DEODORANT CREAM

 

For people with sensitive and easily irritated skin, finding a natural and zero-waste deodorant or a product that doesn't induce an uncomfortable reaction on your skin (redness, bumps, and so on) can be quite hard.

But don't worry, we got you covered!

Made with coconut oil, arrowroot powder, and minimal essentials oils, this deodorant cream is baking-soda free and will keep you stank free while respecting your delicate skin. EcoRoots Deodorant Cream is easy to apply, has a light texture, and won’t leave those chalky white streaks on your black clothes.

Fantastic plastic-free deodorant cream for everyone, especially people with sensitive pits. 

These unscented alternatives cream or stick works great for people with sensitive pits.

This zero waste deodorant is unscented, vegan, fragrance-free, baking soda free and made of organic ingredients (shea butter, jojoba oil, magnesium, and arrowroot powder), so you can ensure you stay feeling fresh all day, without any reactions.

The packaging of this unscented deodorant cream is 100% zero waste: you can recycle or reuse the glass jar. Compostable/recyclable shipping package.

Yay, this is a win-win for yourself and the planet - fresh pits - zero trash!

Want to know the best part?

EcoRoots cares about your health and happiness, but we also didn’t forget about Mother Earth.

Each package is sent in plastic-free and recyclable packaging!

Our zero waste deodorants are handmade with plant-based and organic ingredients in small batches to ensure freshness and eliminate the need for preservatives. Each one is plastic-free, cruelty-free, and comes in a completely recyclable or compostable or biodegradable cardboard tube.

FIND YOUR FAVORITE PLASTIC-FREE DEODORANT HERE!

 

How’s that for an eco-friendly win-win situation?