Arrowroot powder, also called arrowroot starch, absorbs oil so is used as a deodorant.
It makes the skin softer and smoother and is often used instead of talcum powder.
It can be used in poultices for wounds, sores and bites.
All our products are for external use.
Recipe
Deodorant vegan no baking soda
(Makes 1 deodorant tube)
22g organic deodorised cocoa butter
22g organic shea butter
13g arrowroot powder
9g diatomaceous earth
4 drops vitamin E
few drops vanilla and lime essential oils
Melt the butters, add the rest of the ingredients and stir to blend.
Leave to cool a little then pour into a deodorant tube.