DIY Armpit Detox with Clay

The DIY armpit detox with clay is an actual armpit detox. Unlike some DIY armpit detox products that may simply unclog your sweat glands and prime your skin with a fresh clean smell, this recipe will actually act like a detoxifying agent. It will not only unclog your sweat glands, but it will also attract and pull toxins from the body. So, this DIY armpit detox with clay is definitely one way to freshen up your armpits.

Ingredients:

This recipe is prepared with simple, effective all-natural ingredients that can be used in a variety of ways. This DIY armpit detox recipe is prepared with clay, vinegar, and water.

1. Clay

There are many types of clay that are used in skin care. The bentonite clay has been used for thousands of years. It is most popularly known for absorbing toxins, heavy metals, bacteria, and even parasites. However, it also contains probiotics that can destroy bad bacteria.

2. Vinegar

The apple cider vinegar with mother is the perfect solution for a DIY armpit detox for two main reasons. First, it is the right pH for using underneath the armpit. When the armpit maintains the correct pH balance, unpleasant odor causing bacteria is deterred. And second, it contains probiotic – good bacteria that can crowd out and destroy bad bacteria.

3. Water

When bentonite clay is added to water, it becomes negatively charge. In this way it can attract and absorb positively charged heavy metals, toxins, and bacteria.

Homemade Underarm Detox:

• 1 tsp. Bentonite Clay 
• 1/2 tsp. Apple Cider Vinegar with Mother
• 1 tsp. Water

Preparation:

1. Mix the ingredients together in a small container.
2. Stir well.

Instructions:

1. Use your fingers to rub a layer of the DIY armpit detox mask under your armpits.
2. Let the underarm mask sit and dry for at least 10-15 minutes.
3. Then rinse your armpits well with warm water.
4. Pat your armpits dry.
5. Apply the DIY deodorant of choice.

In Summary

Both the apple cider vinegar and bentonite clay contain probiotics that can help to restore your armpit pH and thereby hinder smelly bacteria growth. Well, bentonite clay is also loaded with beneficial trace minerals that the body can absorb through the skin. Therefore, you are also getting a little dose of vitamins and mineral when using this DIY armpit detox with clay.

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DIY Armpit Detox with Baking Soda

This DIY armpit detox with baking soda leaves your armpits smelling pleasantly fresh. Although scented differently and formulated differently, this powdered formula does so just as the DIY armpit detox without clay does. Although the formula for the DIY armpit detox without clay may have some added armpit freshness benefits.

Why Use An Armpit Detox?

During the cooler winter months, many people will use an armpit detox to transition from using traditional antiperspirants or deodorants to an all natural deodorant. However, if you struggle to keep your armpits fresh in the warm summer months, you may really enjoy using an armpit detox all year long. The detox should still be followed by a deodorant or antiperspirant of your choice. Either way, you can purchase a variety of different armpit scrubs, prebiotic armpit cleansing clays, and armpit mask online.

This DIY armpit detox with baking soda is formulated with a few simple natural ingredients. Baking soda is highly regarded for getting rid of strong odors. So, it is no wondering why some would want a DIY armpit detox with baking soda! However, if you look a little closer at the science behind it, you may want to check the pH of your formula.

The Science

With a pH scale of 1 (low pH) to 14 (high pH), a pH of 7 is the neutral zone. Well, the normal pH of our armpit is around 5.8 in men and 6.0 in women. Research indicates that smelly armpit bacteria thrives at a higher pH. When we sweat, it causes the pH of the armpits to increase. And, as a result, the smelly bacteria can start to reproduce and thrive under your arm. Therefore, the goal of a good underarm product should assist with maintaining a good underarm pH or reducing the pH of your armpits to retard bacteria growth as needed.

The Point

With all that said, baking soda has a pH around 8.3 (a higher pH). Therefore, a DIY armpit detox with baking soda alone may not be ideal even though it may leave you smelling fresh as you step out of the shower. In contrast, cornstarch has a pH between 3-6. Therefore, this recipe uses cornstarch to reduce the pH of the baking soda. This DIY armpit detox with baking soda is prepared with baking soda, cornstarch, and cinnamon. You can use a litmus test paper to determine when the pH is in the ideal range for the armpit.

Baking Soda

A mildly abrasive powder that can gently scrub and clean the residual products from underneath your armpits while neutralizing odors.

Cornstarch

This powder is known for its absorption abilities and its lower pH. Therefore, it can help absorb odor and eliminate some of the moisture from sweaty armpits. When used alone on wet skin, cornstarch becomes very paste-like. In this DIY armpit detox with baking soda, the baking soda and cinnamon helps to give it a nice thin consistency when wet.

Cinnamon

A potent antioxidant that is often used as a preservative in all natural skin care products and food. Therefore, it can help maintain the freshness of your armpits.

DIY Armpit Detox With Baking Soda

• 1 tbsp. Baking Soda
• 1 tsp. Cornstarch
• 1/8 tsp. Ceylon Cinnamon Powder

Instructions

1. Simply place the baking soda, cornstarch, and cinnamon powder in a small container with a lid.
2. Then, just stir the different powders together well.
3. Cover with a lid until ready to use.

How To Use:

1. After washing under your arms with soap and water, rinse your armpits well.
2. Then dip a wet finger or two into the DIY armpit detox with baking soda to rub generously under each armpit.
3. Let sit for 3-5 minutes before rinsing away with warm water.
4. Gently pat your armpits dry and let air dry somewhat before applying the DIY deodorant stick or DIY deodorant cream.

Conclusion

That is all for now. I hope you this post was able to provide you with what you were looking for. This DIY armpit detox with baking soda leaves you with a wonderfully fresh smell.

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DIY Armpit Detox Without Clay

This is a really simple DIY armpit detox without clay. Many people use a armpit detox as a way to transition from an aluminum based antiperspirant to an all natural deodorant during the cooler winter months. However, there are many reasons and benefits to using a DIY armpit detox without clay (or with clay) during winter, spring, summer, or fall.

There is evidence that a high skin pH underneath the arm promotes the growth of several microorganisms that produce odors. The normal pH of the armpit is around 5.8 in men and 6.0 in women. Armpit sweat causes the pH to creep toward a pH of 7. So, unlike bacteria in the mouth that thrives at a lower pH, our armpit bacteria thrives at a higher pH.

Armpit detox products are becoming very popular. In fact, when shopping online, you can choose from a variety of armpit scrubs, prebiotic armpit cleansing clays, and armpit mask. A DIY armpit detox without clay can be used all year long for (1) neutralizing persistent underarm odor, (2) rebalancing underarm pH, (3) retarding bacteria growth, and (4) eliminating deodorant product buildup.

Ingredients

This DIY armpit detox without clay is made with 4 ingredients including cornstarch, lavender powder, citric acid, and tea tree essential oil.

1. Cornstarch

Cornstarch powder has a pH between 3.0 – 6.0. Therefore, it is an ideal ingredient to use in this DIY armpit detox without clay. It is a natural thickening agent that can be used as a substitution for a clay. When mixed with water alone, it becomes globby and pasty. It is therefore ineffective for using under the arm with this combination alone.

2. Lavender Powder

Lavender powder is made from dried lavender buds. Lavender is an astringent that has antibacterial properties which makes it an ideal addition to this DIY armpit detox without clay. During the essential oil making process, the lavender also produces something called a Lavender hydrosol that has a pH of 5. So, when using lavender powder, you can capture the sweet aroma and antibacterial properties of the essential oil and in theory benefit from the lavender solution that is made when mixing. You can make your own lavender powder by grinding the lavender buds. This ingredient can also be used to make the exfoliation DIY lavender soap.

3. Citric Acid

Citric acid is used in all sorts of things including our food and drinks. It is also often used in cosmetics, skincare products, and laundry detergents including the DIY laundry detergent powder. It is incorporated into this DIY armpit detox without clay to work along with the cornstarch to lower the pH.

4. Tea Tree Essential Oil

Tea tree essential oil has antibacterial, antiviral, and antifungal properties. It is used in this DIY armpit detox without clay to destroy residual microbes found underneath the arm after washing. This distinctly fragrant essential oil is a particularly useful addition for anyone that has underarm odor because it can not only rid the underarm of bacteria, it can also leave behind its fragrant aroma.

DIY Armpit Detox:

• 1/3 c. Pure Cornstarch
• 1 tbsp. Lavender Powder (Or, ground buds)
• 1/4 tsp. Citric Acid (add up to another 1/8 tsp if too pasty after mixing with water)
• 1/2 tsp. Tea Tree Essential Oil
• 1 – 3 oz. Plastic Jar With Lid

Instructions:

1. Place the cornstarch, lavender powder, and citric acid together in a small container with a lid.
2. Combine the powders well being careful to remove any lumps.
3. Now add and mix the tea tree oil into the powder.

How To Use:

1. Start by washing underneath your armpits with soap and water.
2. After rinsing away the soap and water, apply the DIY armpit detox without clay.
3. Simply dip the ends of your wet index finger and middle finger into the armpit detox mixture. Then rub it generously underneath your armpits.
4. It will go on like a thin solution. However, it works well leaving your armpits fresh and ready for a fresh deodorant application.
5. Let the armpit detox remain underneath your armpits for about 5 minutes before rinsing it off with warm water.
6. Pat dry. Then, apply the DIY deodorant stick or DIY deodorant cream.

Another Method:

To get a thicker coating underneath your arm in the bath tub, you can premeasure the armpit detox powder and water. This may not be an effective method when you are taking a shower.

1. Place 1/2 teaspoon of the powder in a small container.
2. Then add 1/4 teaspoon of water to the container.
3. Stir the mixture with your fingers and then apply a thin layer underneath both armpits. Allow to dry.

When rubbed with the correct ratio of powder to water, the armpit detox mixture will still be a thin coat. However, once dried, you will be able to see that the skin has been covered well as it turns into a slightly thickened white coat. I hope you enjoy making and using this DIY armpit detox without clay.

Sources:

https://www.oneearthbodycare.com/armpit-ecology/
https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/11428948/
https://hypebae.com/2021/3/toner-armpit-reduce-body-odor-deodorant-underarm-acid-skincare-benefits-how-to-use