Ingredients & Measurements
- Arrowroot powder or cornstarch – ½ cup
- Baking soda – ¼ cup
- Activated charcoal powder (optional but powerful) – 1 tablespoon
- Tea tree essential oil – 10 drops
- Lavender or eucalyptus essential oil (optional) – 5 drops
How to Make It
- In a clean, dry bowl, combine arrowroot powder, baking soda, and activated charcoal.
- Add essential oils drop by drop, mixing well to ensure even distribution.
- Transfer to a dry shaker jar, spice jar, or airtight container.
- Let it sit uncovered for 1–2 hours, then seal tightly.
Benefits of Each Ingredient
Arrowroot Powder / Cornstarch
- Absorbs excess moisture inside shoes
- Helps keep shoes dry and fresh
Baking Soda
- Neutralizes strong odors
- Helps balance odor-causing acids
Activated Charcoal
- Excellent at trapping odor molecules
- Helps reduce long-lasting shoe smells
Tea Tree Essential Oil
- Natural antibacterial and antifungal properties
- Helps prevent odor recurrence
Lavender or Eucalyptus Essential Oil
- Adds a clean, fresh scent
- Lavender soothes; eucalyptus refreshes
👟 How to Use
- Sprinkle 1–2 teaspoons into each shoe
- Shake gently to distribute
- Leave overnight or at least 8 hours
- Shake out excess powder before wearing
💡 For daily freshness, use every few days. For strong odors, use nightly for one week.
🕒 Shelf Life & Storage
- Shelf life: Up to 6–9 months
- Storage: Cool, dry place with lid tightly closed
- Keep moisture out to prevent clumping
Discard if it becomes damp or loses scent.
🌟 Extra Tips
- Let shoes air out between wears
- Rotate shoes instead of wearing the same pair daily
- Works great for gym shoes, boots, flats, and kids’ shoes
- Can also be used in gym bags (place in a breathable sachet)