If you're trying to use more natural products or live more frugally, replacing your antiperspirant or commercial deodorant with essential oils is one step you can take. Some oils, such as bergamot, tea tree, lavender, eucalyptus and sage have deodorizing properties. If you don't have much body odor or perspiration, this may be all you need to stay smelling fresh. Because they are highly concentrated, essential oils must be mixed with a carrier oil before applying them to your skin. Adding a perspiration-absorbing powder to the oil provides wetness protection.

Melt 3 tablespoons of coconut oil and 2 tablespoons of shea butter in a saucepan over low heat, stirring constantly. Pour the melted oil into a bowl.

Add 2 tablespoons of cornstarch or arrowroot powder and 3 tablespoons of baking soda.

Add 10 drops of essential oil. Try a blend of lavender, tea tree, eucalyptus, peppermint, bergamot and sage until you determine the combination you like best.

Stir the mixture well until all the ingredients are thoroughly combined. Scoop it into a glass jar.

Store the glass jar in the refrigerator to help it last longer. Dab a small amount under your armpits every day and rub it in well.