Basic Body Powder

8 ounces arrowroot or cornstarch (or a blend of both)
4 ounces baking soda

For scent and deodorizing effect add one of the following variations:

Variation I
1 tablespoon ground clove
1 tablespoon ground slippery elm
1 tablespoon ground mace
1 tablespoon ground sandalwood
1 tablespoon ground vetiver root

Variation II
1 tablespoon ground clove
1 tablespoon ground slippery elm
1 tablespoon ground rose petals
1 tablespoon ground lavender

Variation III
1 tablespoon ground clove
1 tablespoon round slippery elm
1 tablespoon ground orange peel
1 tablespoon lemon peel

Blend all ingredients in a glass or ceramic bowl. Store in a large, glass jar, covered, for two weeks allowing scents to blend. Shake jar well every other day.

For additional scent add 10 - 15 drops essential oil(s) of your choice.




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