If you’re intrigued by the idea of using simple ingredients mostly found in your garden or kitchen to help care for your hair and skin, there are a number of books that offer guidance — among them, ...

Making your own body products is a great way to cut down on plastic waste and plastic packaging. I’ve made my own deodorant for years now and prefer it over store bought for lots of reasons. The ...

Whether you have allergies to some of the ingredients in commercial deodorant, or just prefer to make your own and smell the way you want to smell (or go fragrance-free), this recipe for homemade ...

This gentle homemade deodorant recipe includes coconut oil, arrowroot flour, baking soda and the essential oils of your choice. Making batches of homemade deodorant is simple and cost-effective. The ...

If the thought of DIY deodorant brings to mind images of sweaty pits, stank stenches, and much-too-close quarters, you’re not alone. Worth noting, however: The aluminum found in most over-the-counter ...

Though the internet’s wisdom on the dangers of using antiperspirant are overblown (you don’t actually need to worry if yours contains aluminum), you may nevertheless have pondered whether you should ...

Coconut oil is versatile and affordable. It’s the oil of choice for frugal families. Keep some on hand to use in your kitchen for cooking and a myriad of other uses around your home. How do you use ...