Underneath It All- The alternative to deodorant

Yes, I agree that smelling like lemons or flowers for a full day is a bonus. Avoidance of sweat stains and musty b.o. is even further up on my list.

The dilemma we run into when trying to maintain that fresh smell, is we quickly reach for the deodorants that are easy to find and low in price.
They are however packed with all sorts of chemicals our brain can't even begin to pronounce or fathom what the ingredients possibly consist off.
Well, I'm writing this post to offer you "simpler" solutions to your "smell good, feel good, chemically packed deodorant fix." In the long run, you could be saving your life, or just maybe preventing a horrid cancer from settling in your body. Read on for fast action remedies to sweat and odor.

Keep in mind that you'll need to allow time for your body to adjust to these alternatives. Also, if you have serious body odor, consider the foods that you're eating. The foods that we eat come through our sweat glands and can often contribute to foul smelling sweat, among other things.

These are four options that we have tried in our household, and have been successful!

1. Baking soda, arrowroot powder, or cornstarch- mix either one with a little water and apply to the underarms.

2. Lemon juice- rub lemon juice or a lemon slice along the underarm pit. Please avoid lemon after shaving- will burn

3. Coconut oil- yes, straight out of the jar. Of course let settle in the skin before putting clothes on to avoid oil residue.

4. Witch Hazel - rub the liquid along the pits

See link below that show more alternatives. It also shows the steps to make a batch of deodorant from scratch (easy with all natural ingredients). Create your own scents and cater the product to your needs.

http://www.mnn.com/lifestyle/natural-beauty-fashion/photos/5-deodorant-alternatives/a-more-natural-choice

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