{"id":6471,"date":"2011-02-18T04:00:03","date_gmt":"2011-02-18T12:00:03","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/wordpress-367309-1145696.cloudwaysapps.com\/?p=6471"},"modified":"2017-09-19T09:41:10","modified_gmt":"2017-09-19T16:41:10","slug":"natural-deodorants-that-keep-you-fresh-as-a-daisy","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/feelgoodstyle.com\/articles\/natural-deodorants-that-keep-you-fresh-as-a-daisy\/","title":{"rendered":"Natural Deodorants That Keep You Fresh as a Daisy"},"content":{"rendered":"

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Switching from conventional to green.\u00a0 Some personal care products are easier to swap out than others.\u00a0 Makeup \u2013 no problem.\u00a0 Skincare \u2013 once you find what\u2019s right for you, works the same as the synthetic-loaded stuff.\u00a0 Deodorant \u2013 here is where most of us hit a speed bump.<\/p>\n

Unlike other natural and organic cosmetics, natural deodorant can take some getting used to.\u00a0 The main issue most take with the synthetic-free version is the lack of antiperspirant.\u00a0 Conventional antiperspirant\/deodorants use aluminum to block pores and prevent perspiration from coming to skin\u2019s surface.\u00a0 This may keep us somewhat drier, but aluminum is listed by The Environmental Working Group Skin Deep Database <\/a>as a human nervous system toxicant with the potential to cause DNA damage.<\/p>\n

Studies have linked the aluminum used in antiperspirants (Aluminum Zirconium Trichlorohydrex) to Alzheimer\u2019s Disease, showing that aluminum may contribute to the formation of plaques in the human brain which cause dementia.<\/p>\n

Research has also found aluminum salts in their intact forms in the tumors of breast cancer patients.\u00a0 While aluminum is not, at this point, thought to cause the cancer it is making its way into these tumors.\u00a0 And the estrogenic effects of the salts may be causing the tumors to grow more rapidly.<\/p>\n

Aluminum is not the only reason to avoid conventional deodorant\/antiperspirants.\u00a0 Petro-chemicals, parabens, propylene glycol, and synthetic fragrance are other not-so-natural ingredients commonly used to make these products.<\/p>\n

While natural deodorants do not contain aluminum for dryness, many offer a combination of safe ingredients that do help to minimize wetness and order.\u00a0 I have found that natural deodorants actually do a better job of keeping me freshly-scented than the regular ones.\u00a0 And as far as wetness goes, it seems if you are going to sweat you are going to sweat whether you are wearing an antiperspirant or not.\u00a0 I, personally, would much rather smell fresh and clean than like a chemical fragrance.\u00a0 Yuck!<\/p>\n

My husband and I have both found that we sweat no more with natural deodorant than with aluminum-containing antiperspirants, smell much fresher, and have to use a lot less of the green deodorant.\u00a0 Whether you prefer solid, roll-on, spray, or even cream, there is a natural deodorant out there for you.\u00a0 Trust me.<\/p>\n

Soapwalla Deodorant Cream<\/a> \u2013 Voted most effective by both my husband and myself, this cream deodorant keeps you smelling fresh and helps to ward off wetness.\u00a0 Added bonus:\u00a0 a little goes a long way.\u00a0 My husband claims he only applies this cream every 2-3 days and he never stinks!
\nBubble & Bee Pit Putty <\/a>\u2013 Close runner-up is this stick deod.\u00a0 Choose from many scent options, this one will keep you smelling fresh too.\u00a0 One tip, rub it in with your fingers after applying to underarms so you don\u2019t have any crumbles.
\nBubble & Bee Deodorant Spray <\/a>\u2013 This is another top choice by the men in my life (hubby and son) and is fairly manly smelling.\u00a0 They say it is hard-working and long-lasting.\u00a0 I have found ANY deodorant spray to be too strong for freshly shaven pits.\u00a0 Must be a guy thing.
\nTerra Naturals <\/a>\u2013 This stick\u00a0is one of my mainstays, I use it almost every day.\u00a0 I prefer Goji Acai <\/a>which is a very light and neutral scent.\u00a0 Terra Naturals also offers great roll-ons in fun scents, like strawberry<\/a>.
\nLavera Roll-On Deodorant Orange Sea Buckthorn <\/a>\u2013 this roll-on is very gentle (so great for those with sensitive skin) and contains natural bamboo\u00a0 and cotton fibers to help soak up wetness.\u00a0 It is also alcohol-free so will not irritate skin.
\nMADARA Herbal Deodorant <\/a>\u2013 This roll-on is another favorite of mine.\u00a0 Fresh, clean, uni-sex scent for a straightforward odor protection.<\/p>\n

I find that deodorant works best when you rotate between 2 or 3 different types.\u00a0 I may use the cream for a week, then switch to one of the sticks for a few days, then a roll-on, and back to cream.\u00a0 This may not work for you, but swapping them out seems to improve their effectiveness.\u00a0\u00a0 I felt the same way back when I used the aluminum stuff.<\/p>\n

Natural deodorants use a combination of plant extracts and essential oils to inhibit bacterial growth and provide safe and gentle freshness.\u00a0 Baking powder, cornstarch and alum are also used as effective wetness absorbers<\/p>\n

Using a safe, natural deodorant not only keeps you away from the aluminum and other harmful ingredients in conventional antiperspirants, but I think you will find, smelling fresher too.\u00a0 And with children using deodorant at an ever earlier age, you can feel good that they are using healthy ingredients also.<\/p>\n

Have you started using natural deodorant?\u00a0 Which do you prefer?\u00a0 Any questions or concerns?<\/p>\n

Writer:\u00a0 Liz Thompson \u2013 <\/em>Organic Beauty Source <\/em><\/a>\u2013 Green beauty news, trends, and reviews.<\/em><\/p>\n

Image:\u00a0 Fernando Silveira at Flickr.com, Creative Commons license.<\/em><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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