Are Natural Deodorants better for you?
A study published in the Journal of Applied Toxicology found that chemicals commonly used in deodorants were showing up in breast-cancer tumors, leading the authors to suspect that the chemicals in deodorants may play some role in the development of the disease. natural deodorant must be better because they are free from petrochemicals, synthetic fragrances and aluminium.
What are the best natural deodorants in Australia?
Everyone's body chemistry is different, so not all deodorent will work the same. It may take some testing to find the most effective for you. For women, men, teenagers, sports, the gym, you'll find 5 star review deodorants here.
All the deodorants you buy at Biome are aluminium-free, palm oil free, with no over-powering fake fragrances.
Natural deodorants contain ingredients that raise the pH under your arms, or de-nature (kill) the bacteria. Look out for:
- Sodium bicarbonate
- Magnesium hydroxide
- Ethanol or witch hazel
vegan deodorant by Perfect Potion has a base of sugar-derived ethanol that kills bacteria plus essential oils.
Next it depends whether you prefer a natural deodorant stick or roll on, a paste or a spray?
How to make natural deodorant?
The formula to make vegan natural deodorant pastes that work is quite simple and saves plastic waste too. Here is a recipe.
Why do people spell deodorant deoderrant?
It is a tricky word to spell as phonetically it is pronounced closer to deoderrant than deodoorant! Some people may stress the second syllable of deodorant, making it sound like ‘de-ODD-er-ant’, while others may stress the first syllable, making it sound like ‘DEE-oh-der-ant’. The word deodorant comes from Latin de- + odorans, which means “to remove or mask the smell", so it should not be spelled deoderrant.
What are the best ingredients to look out for in a natural deodorant?
Beeswax: Provides a barrier of protection while still allowing the skin to breathe. It is also vital to the deodorant staying a solid stick. For a vegan version, use candelilla wax. Recipe for DIY vegan deodorant stick without beeswax here
Shea butter: Rich in soothing vitamin E, shea butter moisturises and protects the underarm area.
Mango butter: Deeply moisturising like shea and cocoa butter, and packed full of natural antioxidants, that nourish the skin.
Cocoa butter: Softens, soothes and strengthens the skin, and helps to heal dry, damaged and sensitive skin.
Coconut oil: Antibacterial and antifungal, skin softening, protective, with cooling properties.
Arrowroot powder: Absorptive, natural antiperspirant, and good for those sensitive to bi-carb.
Kaolin white clay or bentonite clay: Absorptive and detoxifying, and a good alternative to bi-carb.
Essential oils: These are optional. Omit the essential oils if you have very sensitive skin.