With all the reports about the questionable use of talcum powder, why not make your own body powder? It’s economical, natural, customizable, and easy! Package it in a cute tin, a glass jar, a sealed paper bag, or in a fancy salt or parmesan shaker with a raffia bow, and you have a great homemade gift!

In a zipper bag, add 1 cup of any of the following: arrowroot powder, tapioca starch, bentonite clay, or organic cornstarch. (If using bentonite clay, be sure to add a portion of one of the other ingredients, to make it more fine and silky).

Then, add 20-30 drops of your favorite Young Living essential oil, or blend (you can add more if you want a stronger scent). Be mindful not to breathe any powder or dust during blending.

Store finished mixture in a glass container with a tight fitting lid and sprinkle or fluff on body when needed!

Intoxicating Essential Oil Choices

For women:

Blends: Lady Sclereol, Sensation, Abundance, Motivation, Sacred Mountain, Joy, Present Time, Three Wise Men, or Stress Away.

Singles: Lavender, Ylang Ylang, Jasmine, Sandalwood, Frankincense, Black Spruce, Neroli, or Geranium.

For Men:

Blends: Sensation, Motivation, Harmony, Three Wise Men, Mister, Shutran

Singles: Black Spruce, Ylang Ylang, Abundance, Sandalwood, Frankincense, and Ylang Ylang

For Baby:

Singles: Lavender, Chamomile

Blends: Gentle Baby, Peace & Calming