Underarm Care

Deodorant Blend with Organic baking soda & cornstarch

20ML - ₱160.00

Smelly armpits occur when bacteria break down the otherwise odorless sweat on your skin. Some people sweat more than others and have a condition called hyperhidrosis. This excess sweating can lead to body odor. While it might cause people to be self-conscious, there are many solutions that can help.

Antiperspirant or deodorizing sprays can help you manage body odor in the armpits. If these don’t have an effect, your doctor might prescribe stronger sprays or recommend Botox injections. Good hygiene, loose-fitting clothes, reducing stress, and possibly shaving or waxing the area might help prevent or reduce body odor.

The downside of Traditional Deodorant

Some believe that the ingredients in traditional deodorants, like parabens and aluminum, may have negative health effects. According to a 2018 study , aluminum may change the body’s response to estrogen, which can be harmful over time. A 2017 study noted that women with breast cancer self-reported using antiperspirants several times a day, while those without breast cancer reported less use. A 2013 study noted that aluminum found in breast tissue may cause oxidative damage, inflammation, and disruption of iron metabolism.

According to the American Cancer Society, however, there is no clear or direct link between parabens or aluminum and cancer. Although more research is needed to understand the risks associated with traditional deodorants, there are plenty of natural alternatives that also prevent sweat and body odor.

Benefits of Natural, Alternative Deodorant

No more yellow stains, gentle for sensitive skin, chemical load is reduced not only to our body but also to our environment. Try using the following:

Cornstarch has a moisture-absorbing properties, it acts as a natural deodorant to decrease sweat and odor.

Baking Soda is effective at absorbing all types of moisture, including sweat, which makes it useful for keeping your underarms dry. It also effectively kills odor causing bacteria.

WARNING:

For those with sensitive skin, baking soda is known to cause possible irritation due to its high alkalinity and the body’s natural acidity. Make sure to conduct a patch test before using it as a deodorant.

Coconut oil contains fatty acids, like lauric acid, which are known for their antibacterial characteristics and benefits. Coconut oil deodorant can therefore help reduce the bacteria in these moist areas, leaving you refreshed and smelling clean.

Lavender is one of the best essential oils for deodorant. Lavender not only comforts and nurtures your skin, but it's blooming and lilac scent can help you relax. We sweat when we are anxious, this leads to stress sweat. Stress sweat provides nutrients for the bacteria to consume.

Cypress essential oil has a clean and spicy fragrance that lifts the spirits and stimulates happiness and energy, making it an excellent natural deodorant because of its antibacterial properties — preventing bacterial growth and body odor.

Geranium oil is also anti-bacterial and makes a wonderful natural deodorant all on its own – the smell is light, floral and fresh, and its chemical components fight the bacteria that cause body odor.

Sandalwood oil is also a disinfectant and has emollient properties, which will remove harmful bacteria from the surface of the skin while also soothing any irritations or breakouts.

Tea Tree Oil naturally eliminates body odor because of its antimicrobial properties and acts as an astringent to fight sweat-causing bacteria.

The warm, musky aroma of patchouli essential oil is highly useful to neutralize and mask bad body odour and prevent bacterial breeding. It is widely used for formulating underarm deodorants, powders, body washes and soaps to help you smell fresh and stay with a lingering fragrance all day long.

Credits:

Art Naturals

Dr. Josh Axe

Healthline

Honestly Phresh

Love Beauty and Planet

Nala Care

Net Meds

Thompsntee

Vinevida