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Cottage Industry deodorants - Natural Deodorants which can be made in your home

A quick look at the history of deodorants & perfumes reveals that personal hygiene arrived later than the fragrance of personal objects, such as gloves, bed linens, & clothes. Indeed, until modern sanitary ware was invented, washing was considered a bit of a nuisance rather than the daily necessity we now take for granted.

This means that deodorants & perfumes were used to mask body odors, which is still the role of deodorants today. However, by using the following Cottage Industry deodorants, you are only applying natural, plant-based ingredients to your body. These work in harmony with your skin & body, keeping you naturally fresh & clean

Geranium & Cypress Deodorant

This is a classic combination of main oils with deodorant properties. Geranium is used in skin-care products for its delightful, sweet floral perfume & its astringent & antiseptic properties. Cypress helps reduce excessive sweating, & its fine, woody smell enhances this deodorant. The classic fragrance is deeply refreshing with hints of floral, citrus, & wood, & is suitable for both women & men.

Ingredients that use in this deodorant.

1 tsp high proof vodka
10 drops geranium
10 drops cypress
8 drops bergamot
5 drops neroli
4 drops lavender
3 drops black pepper
4 tb sp (40 ml) witch hazel
2 tb sp (25 ml) cornflower water
2 tb sp (25 ml) orange flower water

1. Measure the vodka into a 4 oz (100 ml) glass bottle with a spray attachment. Carefully add the main oils, one by one. Shake vigorously to dissolve the main oils.
2. Pour the witch hazel into the bottle, using a funnel if necessary, followed by the two flower waters. Shake well.
3. Label the bottle & the deodorant is now ready to use .
4. Before you use the deodorant each time, give the bottle a good shake to ensure the main oils are fully dispersed

Citrus & Herbal Deodorant

This gentle, antibacterial deodorant uses some of the most effective deodorant main oils, including bergamot, thyme, & clary sage. Blended with flower waters & witch hazel into a refreshing spray, this deodorant has a delicious, refreshing aroma that is suitable for both women & men.

Ingredients that use in this deodorant.

1 tsp high proof vodka
10 drops bergamot
8 drops clary sage
7 drops thyme
5 drops rosewood
5 drops lemon
3 drops lavender
2 drops mandarin
4 tb sp (40 ml) witch hazel
2 tb sp (25 ml) linden flower water
2 tb sp (25 ml) orange flower water

1. Measure the vodka into a 4 oz (l00 ml) glass bottle with a spray attachment. Carefully add the main oils, one by one. Shake vigorously to dissolve the main oils.
2. Pour the witch hazel into the bottle, using a funnel if necessary, followed by the two flower waters. Shake well .
3. Label the bottle & the deodorant is now ready to use.
4. before you use the deodorant each time, give the bottle a good shake to ensure the main oils are fully dispersed.

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