ESSENTIAL OILS AS DIY DEODORANTS

Are you also suffering from the weak lasting power of deodorants? Or does using deodorants cause you skin irritation and rashes? Or are you simply someone who is not a very big fan of strong deodorants? Well, then we got a highly effective and efficient remedy for you. ESSENTIAL OILS! Yes, essential oils. As much as they are useful for your mental and internal health, they are also extremely great to be used for body-aromatic purposes. Thanks to their brilliant fragrance, they work amazingly when used as a deodorant. And you also get to make a DIY deodorant! Now, how great is that, right?

• How to make a DIY Essential Oil deodorant?

1. Either rub the essential oil of your choice on your wrists, neck (pulse points), insides of your elbows, or the exposed part of your chest. To make the perfume last, rub a little vaseline on the area before rubbing your favorite essential oil. 
2. Dilute a bottle of your favorite essential oil with twice the amount of water, and store in a spray bottle. Spray before going out. 

Now, what are some of the essential oils you can use - you must be wondering. Well, the following list might help you out - 

• JASMINE OIL - Widely popular in perfumes, hair oils, face creams, and body lotions, Jasmine’s enticing aroma is undoubtedly one of the most favorable ones. With the goodness of the same aroma and some added health benefits, Jasmine Essential Oil is an all-rounder as well, providing its advantages in enhancing health, treating depression, working as an antimicrobial, and well, also an amazing aphrodisiac.
  
  
• LAVENDER OIL - Popular as Lavandula angustifolia in the scientific community, Lavender is a herb that is native to the mountainous regions of the Mediterranean. Extracted via steam stripping the plant, Lavender Essential Oil is anti-inflammatory, antifungal, antidepressant, antiseptic, antibacterial, antispasmodic, analgesic, detoxifying, and sedative. With its purple flowers that proliferate beautifully in fields, lavender is as much of a vision to behold as it is a plant that has so marvelously aided the healthcare and beauty industry.
  
  
• ROSE ESSENTIAL OIL - One of the most prominent symbols of love, Rose is loved by all. Its enchanting aroma and beautiful corolla make it the perfect gift for anyone we adore and love. But do you know the rose is of equal merit in the healthcare department as it is in its aesthetics? Extracted from the rose plant, Rose Essential Oil offers a wide range of benefits that can prove to be superbly beneficial in our day-to-day lifestyle.
  
  
• LEMONGRASS OIL - Extracted from the stalks and leaves of the lemongrass plant, lemongrass oil is most commonly used for cooking and herbal purposes. It is also an excellent antibacterial, antifungal, and anti-inflammatory agent, and ample in antioxidants, which help in regulating blood sugar levels and controlling cholesterol. When taken with a carrier (tea/oil etc.), lemongrass oil can be effective in soothing gastric ulcers, vomiting sensations, anxiety, and work stress, in some cases, even headaches and migraines. Its appealing citrus fragrance gives it popularity among the cosmetic and personal-care industries as well.
  
  
• TEA TREE OIL - Tea Tree Oil is extracted from the leaves of Melaleuca alternifolia, a tree native to Queensland and New South Wales, Australia. It has been in use for centuries, thanks to its healing and calming properties. It has compounds such as terpinen-4-ol, which make Tea Tree Oil antimicrobial and antiseptic. It has a cooling aroma, which calms down anxious nerves, to give your mind a relaxed sensation, away from everyday stress and worry.
  
  
• SPEARMINT OIL - The oldest in the family of the mint plant, Spearmint gets its name from its spear-shaped leaves. It has been around since the old ages, thanks to its remedial properties. Extracted from the spearmint plant is the Spearmint Essential Oil. It has a gentle smell, helps keep your gut healthy, and eases anxiety & tension, among several other benefits.