Going natural doesn't have to be the pits:
By now, you've probably contemplated — however briefly — taking the entire internet's advice and making the switch to natural or aluminum-free deodorant. After all, there is some scary info out there about traditional drugstore antiperspirants, which contains ingredients like aluminum chloride and parabens . But making the switch is intimidating.
Natural deodorants fight back against gross, sweaty smells in a different way: by targeting the odor-producing bacteria by making your skin a less happy place for them. "Natural deodorant is effective because it creates a clean environment where bacteria cannot survive and spread, resulting in a decrease in bad odor," explains Tara Pelletier, the co-founder of vegan skin-care brand Meow Meow Tweet and proponent of natural deodorants.
When it comes to choosing between versions with baking soda and baking soda-free formulas, keep in mind that, skin-wise, your armpits have more in common with your face than with your arm. Underarm skin is very thin, which makes it more delicate and prone to reactions than the hardier skin on the rest of your body, so if you have a redness-prone complexion on your cheeks, it's fair to assume that the same will hold true for your underarms.
When it comes to freshness longevity, one of the top complaints about natural deodorant is that it doesn't last through the day like traditional versions. Both experts recommend taking a page out of your facial routine to maximize your natural deodorant. "Exfoliating ensures that the deodorant is soaking in and there isn't buildup of dry skin cells and old product," says Pelletier.
"Like any beauty product, natural deodorants will work differently for each person," says Schmidt. "Some people report what they call a 'detox' period when they go natural; some people notice no difference in experience at all versus their conventional product." Pelletier echoes the sentiment, noting that, "You may feel like you're smellier when you switch to natural deodorant, but it might also be that your body is doing what it's supposed to do.
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