Baking soda tips - Make a baking soda based deodorant

Making your own deodorant is very easy to do and the end result contains less chemicals than commercial brands. The following recipe will help you stay dry all day without the chemicals or perfume of commercial products.

To make 8fl oz/225ml you will need:

• 4 teaspoons alum2 teaspoons baking soda (bicarbonate of soda)
• 8 floz/225ml rubbing alcohol

Combine the above in a small mixing bowl, then pour into a spray bottle and use as an all-over spray after a bath or as an underarm deodorant.