Guest guest Posted May 12, 2005 Report Share Posted May 12, 2005 I have this customer that has offensive under arm odor, I have made at least 7 different soap recipes (all w/different FO and oils and one with straight tea tree) and none seem to work at dispersing the smell like a store bought antibacterial soap (ugh). Now saying that I have not made any with peppermint or lavender EO or baking soda, not really sure yet how to incorporate the soda but I was thinking I should give it a try BUT I was hoping that I could make a soap that worked on her problem w/out her smelling like a medicine cabinet. Any help would be appreciated. TaMara Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 13, 2005 Report Share Posted May 13, 2005 Hi TaMara - This is NOT an herbal suggestion at all unfortunately, but I still want to share it. My sweetie, who would turn beet red if he knew I was telling you this, has the same problem. To make matters worse, he cannot use antiperspirants due to an allergy (aluminum chlorohydrate, I believe?) Ever heard of those crystal deodorant stones? If not, just do a search on those very words and I'm sure something will come up. Somebody here may have more info as to their composition... I believe they are a salt of some sort that neutralizes the odor, kills the bacteria or the like... but it ELIMINATED his problem. Completely. It is odorless, as is he, finally.... poor guy. I know that isn't going to help your " business " any but it's the one solution I personally can vouch for!!! Truuuuust me!!!!! Mo On Behalf Of TaMara Thursday, May 12, 2005 6:08 PM body odor I have this customer that has offensive under arm odor, I have made at least 7 different soap recipes (all w/different FO and oils and one with straight tea tree) and none seem to work at dispersing the smell like a store bought antibacterial soap (ugh). Now saying that I have not made any with peppermint or lavender EO or baking soda, not really sure yet how to incorporate the soda but I was thinking I should give it a try BUT I was hoping that I could make a soap that worked on her problem w/out her smelling like a medicine cabinet. Any help would be appreciated. TaMara Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 13, 2005 Report Share Posted May 13, 2005 On May 12, 2005, at 5:07 PM, TaMara wrote: > I have this customer that has offensive under arm odor, I have made > at least 7 different soap recipes (all w/different FO and oils and one > with straight tea tree) and none seem to work at dispersing the smell > like a store bought > antibacterial soap (ugh). Now saying that I have not made any with > peppermint or lavender EO or baking soda, not really sure yet how to > incorporate the > soda but I was thinking I should give it a try BUT I was hoping that > I could make a soap that worked on her problem w/out her smelling > like a medicine cabinet. > > Any help would be appreciated. > > TaMara You know- I have not used commercial soaps or deodorant since the mid seventies and I smell great ;-) I think they create, mask, and perpetuate the " problem " ;-) Every once and a while I use a natural deodorant- not often. I think a clean diet filled with fresh fruit and vegetables, lot's of pure water and without processed foods and beverages is the whole (black bean and veggie on sprouted grain tortilla) enchilada! Some healthy exercise and sweating is good too! There is only so much bathing and natural products can do if someone's system is not clean and healthy. Soaking in natural bath salts with essential oils and hydrosols and using wonderful non drying soaps helps too. If he has a real odor problem it may be something to pay attentions to with his health. Soaps...If you want something that is really deodorizing and smells great here are some ideas. I would make a soap with a clay and essential oils- I can help you figure out a blend that will smell great and be deodorizing if you'd like that smells great. There are almost endless possibilities. Maybe a good natural base including Green Clay with any of the following essential oil blends: Eucalyptus Fir Mint (a blend of Spearmint and Peppermint would be nice) Peppermint Spearmint Eucalyptus Tea Tree Lavender Mint Lemon Eucalyptus Myrtle Lemon Lemon Lime Coriander Lavender Geranium Bergamot Grapefruit Lemongrass Ginger Cedarwood Lavender Litsea Cubeba Rosemary Rosewood Mint Lemon Cedarwood Basil Bay Rum Sweet Orange Clove (go lightly) Patchouli Mint Rosemary Clary Sage Lavender Tea Tree Let me know if you need help with proportions. These ideas are off the top of my head but it would be easy to figure out a good formula from any of these. It all depends on what you like- all of these will be good for men. Use only the BEST ingredients ;-) Elizabeth Whole Life Essentials http://www.WholeLifeEssentials.com See what's new! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 13, 2005 Report Share Posted May 13, 2005 On May 12, 2005, at 7:08 PM, Elizabeth wrote: > Let me know if you need help with proportions. These ideas are off the > top of my head but it would be easy to figure out a good formula from > any of these. It all depends on what you like- all of these will be > good for men. Use only the BEST ingredients ;-) Oh no! I just realized you were looking for a *woman's* blend and not for a man. Any of these blends would be fine for men or women but had I read that it was for a woman I may have left some out and suggested some others. Clays are probably a good addition. Her odor may be related to her cycle and hormonal balance- perhaps age and health play a role. Certainly I'd look more specifically and holistically. Of the blends I mentioned knowing she is a woman I'd favor: Rosemary Clary Sage Lavender Tea Tree Lemon Eucalyptus Myrtle Lemon Lavender Geranium Bergamot Tea Tree Lavender Mint Grapefruit Lemongrass Ginger Eucalyptus Fir Mint (a blend of Spearmint and Peppermint would be nice) Peppermint Spearmint Eucalyptus Cedarwood Lavender Litsea Cubeba Patchouli(if she likes it) Mint Happy soaping! Elizabeth Whole Life Essentials http://www.WholeLifeEssentials.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 13, 2005 Report Share Posted May 13, 2005 Try making one with baking soda, tea tree and crushed crystal deodorant stone. I just mix in the baking soda with the eo's and add the crushed stone when slightly set. Kelly - TaMara Thursday, May 12, 2005 6:07 PM body odor I have this customer that has offensive under arm odor, I have made at least 7 different soap recipes (all w/different FO and oils and one with straight tea tree) and none seem to work at dispersing the smell like a store bought antibacterial soap (ugh). Now saying that I have not made any with peppermint or lavender EO or baking soda, not really sure yet how to incorporate the soda but I was thinking I should give it a try BUT I was hoping that I could make a soap that worked on her problem w/out her smelling like a medicine cabinet. Any help would be appreciated. TaMara Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 13, 2005 Report Share Posted May 13, 2005 Elizabeth, As I was reading this post my first thought was how important a liver cleanse was going to be to clean the toxins from the body. You were perfect in your kind suggestions on diet too! Thanks for bringing that up! Markey :-) Garden of Wisdom *snippet* > You know- I have not used commercial soaps or deodorant since the mid > seventies and I smell great ;-) > I think they create, mask, and perpetuate the " problem " ;-) Every once > and a while I use a natural deodorant- not often. I think a clean diet > filled with fresh fruit and vegetables, lot's of pure water and without > processed foods and beverages is the whole (black bean and veggie on > sprouted grain tortilla) enchilada! Some healthy exercise and sweating > is good too! > Elizabeth > Whole Life Essentials > http://www.WholeLifeEssentials.com > See what's new! > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 13, 2005 Report Share Posted May 13, 2005 On May 13, 2005, at 10:05 AM, Markey Martin wrote: > Elizabeth, > > As I was reading this post my first thought was how > important a liver cleanse was going to be to clean the > toxins from the body. You were perfect in your kind > suggestions on diet too! Thanks for bringing that up! > Hi Markey, I really think it's vital to transition gently and slowly- as it takes some time for our bodies to accumulate toxins and it makes time that it would take some time to create a shift in balance and wellness. Sometimes people want fast dramatic change and they can really run the risk of doing more harm. Releasing lot's of toxic material and moving it through the liver suddenly can be more dangerous than continuing to dump the same junk into your system. So, just a reminder to go slow. I think making small changes gradually and holistically is really most healthy and respectful of our bodies. Things like changing to whole vibrant foods, unprocessed foods, as well as changing to more natural products on the surfaces of our body and in our environments makes sense. It's important if someone is focusing on actually focusing on cleansing the liver, gallbladder, or blood to start first with caring for the intestines- with a clean diet- there are many different ways that are gentle, effective and personalized. Most of us will benefit from more intentional diet and self care. I also like to do a more intensive and deeper " cleanse " seasonally. I also use herbs regularly to protect and care for the liver. Sometimes things have to " stink " a bit before they get our attention in life! Our culture tells us to sanitize and deodorize rather that going to the source and working with the wholeness. Elizabeth Whole Life Essentials http://www.WholeLifeEssentials.com See what's new! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 14, 2005 Report Share Posted May 14, 2005 I was using a couple of those " natural " deodorant sticks and just this winter started to develop a rash and itching with them-- not bad but enough to make me look seriously for another alternative. I tried a couple of oils to treat the rash but until I quit using the deodorants that trick just didn't work! I tried one of those deodorant crystals-- didn't really think it would " work " , because it just seems too simple, ya know? It was at this point that I discovered yet another use for Butch's wonderful *Rose Hydrosol*! Those crystals have to be moistened, so I have a little jar of Rose Hydrosol that I dip the crystal in and apply it. The combination works better than ANYTHING I've EVER used!! And I get to smell the rose hydrosol, too! Rash and itching are LONG GONE and forgotten. I'm one of those people who just HATE really hot weather but this summer I'm actually looking forward to seeing how well this new combination works when I'm out all day on those sticky, sweaty miserably hot August days. --Sue , " M. Gilbert " <michelle.gilbert@s...> wrote: cannot use antiperspirants due > to an allergy (aluminum chlorohydrate, I believe?) Ever heard of those > crystal deodorant stones? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 14, 2005 Report Share Posted May 14, 2005 beautifully explained, thank you! Markey :-) *snippet* > Sometimes things have to " stink " a bit before they get our attention in > life! Our culture tells us to sanitize and deodorize rather that going > to the source and working with the wholeness. > > Elizabeth > Whole Life Essentials > http://www.WholeLifeEssentials.com > See what's new! > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 14, 2005 Report Share Posted May 14, 2005 WOW! Thanks for sharing the idea of using a hydrosol for dipping!! too cool! there are many other hydrosols that would work as well! Markey :-) *snippet* Those crystals > have to be moistened, so I have a little jar of Rose Hydrosol that I > dip the crystal in and apply it. The combination works better than > ANYTHING I've EVER used!! And I get to smell the rose hydrosol, too! > Rash and itching are LONG GONE and forgotten. . . . . . . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 14, 2005 Report Share Posted May 14, 2005 Hi TaMara, I myself occasionally use EverClear and lavender in a spray bottle. It sounds like this person really needs a dietary change, a cure instead of a prophylactic. When I quit eating red meat, my BO went away. I seldom get any BO unless I eat something that doesn't agree with my particular body type. Another thing that will exacerbate BO is STRESS. Kat -- Version: 7.0.308 / Virus Database: 266.11.10 - Release Date: 5/13/2005 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 14, 2005 Report Share Posted May 14, 2005 This also happened for me. Michele Madison Robles > When I quit eating red meat, my BO went away. I seldom get > any BO unless I eat something that doesn't agree with my > particular body type. > Another thing that will exacerbate BO is STRESS. > Kat Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 15, 2005 Report Share Posted May 15, 2005 Another cause of body odor is using mainstream soaps and deoderants (I know this may not be the case here). I find that if I shower with a mainstream soap or use a main stream soap for a few days my BO gets out of control. With out those things I very rarely get BO unless I'm ill, under stress or overindulging in food or spirits. Melissa In a message dated 5/15/2005 5:57:44 A.M. Eastern Standard Time, writes: > When I quit eating red meat, my BO went away. I seldom get > any BO unless I eat something that doesn't agree with my > particular body type. > Another thing that will exacerbate BO is STRESS. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 15, 2005 Report Share Posted May 15, 2005 On May 14, 2005, at 12:23 PM, Markey Martin wrote: > WOW! Thanks for sharing the idea of using > a hydrosol for dipping!! too cool! Nice idea ;-) The deodorants I make both contain essential oils in hydrosol bases. I use hydrosols of Manuka, Tea Tree, Lavender, Witch Hazel, and Lime in my Citrus & Coriander Aromatic Deodorant, and hydrosols of Rose, Neroli, Manuka, Tea Tree, Witch Hazel, and Lavender in my Rose and Geranium Aromatic Deodorant. I don't think hydrosols alone are the answer, but they are a good addition- also nice to bathe with. There are many nice options for bases from powders and creams to liquids. Still, it's largely an inside out proposition. I think soaks in bath salts are helpful too and gentle soaps ;-) Elizabeth Whole Life Essentials http://www.WholeLifeEssentials.com Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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