It’s easy to get hot under the collar about chemically-riddled sweat-inhibiting anti-perspirants and their questionable effect on the body, so check out the facts about the alternatives and enjoy the sweet smell of natural protection this summer.
Yesterday’s news
Deodorants and anti-perspirant are not the same thing! Deodorants are responsible for masking the smell of sweat while anti-perspirants actually stop sweating from taking place, which interferes with the body’s natural way of controlling temperature.
Conventional deodorants and anti-perspirants can contain aluminium which not only clog the pores but can also enter the bloodstream increasing the levels of aluminium in the body.
The alcohol contained in these conventional products has a drying effect on the skin and can also transport other chemicals into the bloodstream.
The sweat free natural alternatives
Look out for natural products containing minerals such as ammonium alum or alunite and zinc ricinoleate from the castor oil plant. This age old combination of minerals safely prevents the growth of bacteria responsible for body odour without irritation and without impeding the body’s natural and vital process of perspiration.
In fact, these days organic deodorants are so sophisticated that their naturally-scented formulations are truly effective and leave you smelling as fresh as a daisy (literally!) all day long. Even if your job is physically demanding you can be assured of natural protection throughout the day by reapplying a couple of times.
Delicately scented deodorants from pioneering organic beauty companies, Green People and Lavera, use these tried and trusted minerals to effectively prevent body odour without inhibiting the essential process of perspiration.
The minerals are combined with aloe vera, olive leaf extract and gentle essential oils, which care for the skin rather than irritate it.
Rock on
Ever wondered how a natural crystal deodorant stone works? It is simply made from mineral salts (potassium alum) and purified water. Wet the stone and rub it generously all around the armpit. It leaves an invisible layer of mineral salt protection which prevents the odour causing bacteria from forming.
Check out the extensive range of natural deodorant alternatives at www.lucyrose.biz or email the experts at info@lucyrose.biz if you have any questions, for your chance to enjoy the heavenly scents of summer for all the right reasons.
Article by Kristine Nudds www.lucyrose.biz
July 3rd, 2009 at 11:01 am
Hey I like the idea of going all natural but not using anti-perspirant is just not an option for me. Any suggestions for guys like me?
July 3rd, 2009 at 5:30 pm
Hi,
Can you please post a link that shows the research that says aluminium from deoderants passes through the link into the bloodystream? No amount of internet webbery I’ve done has helped me find it. Thanks.
July 6th, 2009 at 12:17 am
When I used antiperspirants, I used to get painful boils on my armpits – I didnt know where they came from. Once I stopped using antiperspirants and switched to deodorant only, they went away.
July 7th, 2009 at 11:19 am
Hi all,
Just thought I would post some replies to your comments.
@Dave – If it is not an option to stop using an anti-perspirant due to your work or an activity, then perhaps only use the anti-perspirant for the time you need to and then revert to a deodorant afterwards. My husband is a fitness instructor and teaches 4-5 classes in a row and only uses a natural deodorant. They do take getting used to, but he would never change back now.
@Roy – There is no definitive research either way to highlight the effects of Aluminium Chlorohydrate (normally the one in deodorants) as is with most research. The fact is though the Aluminium is a neurotoxin and increased levels could be harmful, so using products with this ingredient could add to this. The main reason not to use it though, is because it blocks the pores and stops the body from carrying out is natural process of sweating.
@Carla – As above Carla, it is probably to do with the pores being blocked and could also be to do with an allergic reaction to the other synthetic ingredients.
Hope this helps,
Thanks
Sarah
July 14th, 2009 at 9:16 am
Thanks Kristine for this informative post. Yes, a lot of us use cosmetics that have harsh chemicals in them that can cause harm to the body. We have to make a concerted effort to ensure that the ingredients used in the cosmetics have no harmful effects on the skin or the body. Thanks for the useful information on organic deodorants and anti-perspirants.
Great post!
Joost Hoogstrate
July 25th, 2009 at 7:07 am
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