Mix these up and store in a shakeable container. Dust feet as needed (don’t forget in between the toes). Some ideas: you could use an old baby powder container or an old seasonings container (clean & allow to dry first).

Homemade Foot Powder Recipes

Recipe #1

1/4 cup boric acid powder
1/3 cup unscented talcum powder
1 TBS powdered alum

Recipe #2

1/2 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup baking soda
Peppermint Essential Oil (approx. 12-14 drops)

Mix well and set aside overnight to dry thoroughly. If there are lumps in the mixture once it’s dry, you can sift. Store in an airtight container.

Recipe #3

1/2 cup orris root powder*
16 drops tea tree oil
16 drops lavender essential oil

Mix well and set aside overnight to dry. Sift out lumps. Sprinkle and rub on feet as needed. Sprinkle in shoes and footwear.

*Can substitute with baking soda

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