I didn't know Oprah had this show

cocoeuro wrote:okay I feel like throwing everything in the trash and going natural head to toe!!!!

I know!!! Some stuff is so scary!

Alana wrote:think thats bad, you should hear what they put in tampons and pads. yuck

I don't even want to begin to think what's in my tampons. Ugh!!


All this talk about natural and unnatural products makes me want to toss EVERYTHING I have and start completely over. But I have so much stuff that it would be such a waste. Oh What to do what to do...

yea I have been considering using a menstrual cup when I am on my period. I have been looking at The Diva Cup Website.

Hello,
This is actually my first post but I wanted to chime in on this because there is a great deodorant alternative that works and it is Milk of Magnesia. Instead of drinking it you use a cotton ball and put it under your arms and it works great for sensitive skin.

Umm Ebraheem

Sorry wrong thread.

Thank you, Umm Ebraheem

I have sensitive skin and I was looking for a alternative.

I'm looking for black soap for my face.

This info is right on time. I've been looking for ways to ween off of chemicals. Once I learned the true damages of relaxers, it had me considering all the other things we put on our bodies. As was said earlier all of these chemicals seep into our skin. It's really eye opening when you dig into it.

A few years ago I decided to stop using deodorant and haven't had any hygiene issues. So, maybe it's worth a try. Try going without it for a few days and see what happens.

ok guys so what about the summer time?! do yall switch it up to deodorant or no...i mean i dont wanna b sweating and looking all wet up under the arms.... not a good look [You must be registered and logged in to see this image.]

o and on tht ladys link she said if we must use deo's BAN UNSCENTED is good..whos tried it?!

I have been using Milk of Magnesia and it really works. I worked out today for a hour and a half and I didn't sweat under my arms or smell bad when I was finished.

Ladies check out the natural deodorant thread: http://www.curlynikki.forumotion.com/products-f4/natural-deodorants-t950-25.htm#82919

Thanks TMS! I asked you in that thread if you're mixing the lemon juice and oils or squeezing lemons daily?

I was using the mix of baking soda, cornstarch and coconut oil and had a really bad reaction. If you check out my B'n'B thread you'll see. Well I made another mix which is detailed in my B'n'B thread. So far its working but there is something in there that I really don't like the scent of . I think I'm going to try to use astringent or lemon juice or alcohol before applying my mix. Its not super strong but when I smell myself I smell it...

@ SisterBoyd - You are most welcome.

I answered your question in the Natural Deodorants thread.

I bought the 3 Oyin Funk Butters and they were too harsh. I think it's the baking soda. Someone on the ND thread suggested mixing them with an oil so that it won't be so abrasive. Before I give up on the funk butters, I'm going to try and add the oil.

Actually, I figured out where the smell is wrong. I added tea trea oil - a lot. Then, I added lemon zest. Not good! Since its working for the most part I'm going to finish this batch. I added some lemon oil and aloe vera. The smell is still not to my liking, but I can cover it with a drop of my body oil and it isn't too bad. It working nicely for the most part, but I can't skip a day. And there are a few days where I need to touch up.

I did buy a bottle of crystal deodorant since it was on sale at CVS. I really haven't used it yet. I figure I'll try it on those days I know I won't be able to touch up.

I have been using Herbal Clear Sport. It has no alcohol, aluminum, or dyes. My husband and I both use it and it works. I mean it really works, I work outside and get good and funky and it still works. I buy it at a store here in Michigan called Plum Market. They also sell it on Amazon.

This is great information.

JnB- even though you made me laugh, I'm with you! But I did purchase Tom's and it works fine for me.

I just got some in a bag from this event I went to a few weeks ago, but I haven't used it yet.

SisterBoyd wrote:I just got some in a bag from this event I went to a few weeks ago, but I haven't used it yet.

Alrighty..if u can ..please let us know how it worked for you [You must be registered and logged in to see this image.]

Toms did not work for me So i gave up on the natural deodorant Maybe i will try other brands. I am kind of a smell good freak that carry deodorant in my purse. Don't need no one smelling me lol

Hey ladies..I made this tonight
i didnt add the witch hazel- didnt have any.
I used rosemerry and not the lavender.

Deodorant http://www.instructables.com/id/Deodorant/

2 T cornstarch (absorbs water)
2 T baking soda (deodorizes)
1 T coconut oil (softens)
a splash of witch hazel (to get the desired consistency)
5-8 drops tea tree oil
5-8 drops lavender oil

or runnier one:

2T Cornstarch
1 1/2T Baking Soda
1T Coconut Oil
1T Shea Butter
1-2t Olive Oil
1-2T Witch Hazel or water (or both if you prefer)
1 dropper full of colloidal silver
10-12 drops of each essential oil you choose

I love natural products. That is why I love this forum so much. Like-minded people who actually give a crap about themselves. I try to tell people I know about chemicals in perfumes, lotions, etc and they could care less.

It makes me crazy

bahahaha i have had this like...complete and utter disgust and kinda hatred of julia r. for like...all of my life (no idea why), so, needless to say, i didn't watch the video, just scrolled through the comments in the thread.


i use tom's apricot and LOVE IT. it really works for me and smells so good

Nyla, that recipe is almost the same as the one I used that gave me a rash. Be careful using the baking soda and cornstarch. Ryl said it gave her a rash too. My rash doesn't hurt anymore, but the dark spot hasn't gone away. So be careful. I would stop using it at the first sign of discomfort - the slightest irritation or itch.

...and if it works for you I'm going to be so jealous! ;p

I think I used more the coconut oil and it was real creamy! It is 95 outside and it is working!!!!