Botanical Tallow Deodorant
Deodorant is another product we use repeatedly, often every day, on an area of skin that can be particularly sensitive.
I wanted something that would deal effectively with everyday odour without relying on overwhelming fragrance to disguise it.
So I approached the formulation differently. Magnesium hydroxide and absorbent mineral powders are there to help manage the conditions that contribute to odour, while tallow and botanical-infused coconut oil form the nourishing base.
But I didn't want to stop at simply making something that worked as a deodorant.
The underarm is still skin, and I wanted the formulation to reflect that. Sea buckthorn oil is included in a meaningful amount for what I wanted it to contribute to the skin, despite being one of the more expensive ingredients in the formula. The coconut oil is infused with sage, calendula, chamomile, lemon balm and lavender, rather than being used simply as a plain carrier. Tea tree essential oil and Australian Bush Flower Essences complete the formulation.
I could have made a much simpler and cheaper deodorant. But that wasn't the product I wanted to make.
I wanted effective odour control, carefully chosen ingredients and something I would feel comfortable applying to my skin every day.
What’s in it — and why
Tallow — forms the nourishing base of the deodorant. Its fatty-acid profile gives the formulation richness and helps create a smooth, protective product that sits comfortably on the skin. I wanted the base itself to contribute something to the skin rather than simply act as a vehicle for the deodorising ingredients.
Beeswax — helps give the deodorant its solid structure and allows it to retain its shape in the tube. It also contributes to the smooth, protective feel of the formulation when applied to the skin.
Botanical-Infused Coconut Oil — infused with sage, calendula, chamomile, lemon balm and lavender. Coconut oil contributes structure and emollience, while the infusion allows me to bring these traditionally used botanicals directly into the oil phase of the formulation.
Magnesium Hydroxide — one of the key functional ingredients. It helps create an environment that is less favourable to the bacteria responsible for underarm odour, without relying on bicarbonate of soda, which some people find irritating.
Arrowroot Powder & Kaolin Clay — help absorb moisture and give the deodorant its dry, comfortable feel. They don't stop the body from sweating; instead, they help manage moisture while allowing perspiration to remain a normal bodily process.
Sea Buckthorn Oil — included in a meaningful amount rather than as a token addition. It is naturally rich in fatty acids, carotenoids and tocopherols and was chosen for what it can contribute to skin conditioning and care. It's one of the more expensive ingredients in this formulation, but the underarm is still skin — and I didn't want skin health to become an afterthought simply because this is a deodorant.
Tea Tree Essential Oil — chosen for its traditionally recognised antimicrobial properties and its suitability within a formulation designed to manage everyday underarm odour. Its distinctive fresh aroma is secondary to the reason I included it.
Five Corners, Dog Rose & Green Essence Australian Bush Flower Essences — the flower-essence combination chosen for this formulation, adding another dimension to a product designed around everyday confidence and personal care.
The formula isn't designed to prevent the body's natural perspiration process. The aim is to manage moisture and odour effectively while remembering that the product is being applied directly to the skin, day after day.
How to use
How to use
Apply a small amount to clean, dry underarms, allowing the deodorant to soften slightly against the warmth of your skin.
A little is usually sufficient. Apply more only if needed.
For external use only. Avoid applying to broken or irritated skin, including immediately after shaving if the area feels sensitive. Discontinue use if irritation occurs.
Available Size
30 ml — $19.95
A solid botanical deodorant in a convenient kraft push-up tube for everyday use.
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Not sure whether Botanical Tallow Deodorant is right for you?
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The mini comes in a small pot, allowing you to try the formulation before deciding whether you'd like to purchase the full-sized deodorant.
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