Deodorants, Stinky Armpits and how to DETOX them.

Natural Deodorants VS Commercial Deodorants?

Lets Talk about Stinky Armpits

It may sound hilarious or sometimes embarrassing when we talk about stinky armpits. Before you come to conclusions and think this may not apply to you ,heard me out there’s some interesting information here that we can all use.

I often get ask how do my Natural deodorants work? Am I going to smell bad after a while? Am I going to sweat more than the usual? Do this thing actually works? Well I will answer all those questions today's blog.

What are the ingredients in Commercial Deodorants? 

As some of you may know a vast majority of commercial deodorants contain antiperspirant. 

• What is an antiperspirant? Antiperspirant is a mixture of aluminum salts that prevent sweat and smell. 
• How does Antiperspirant work? When an antiperspirant is applied to the skin it dissolves creating a barrier that blocks your sweat glands reducing the amount of sweat that reaches the skins surface. 
• What ingredients can be found in a commercial deodorant and antiperspirant? Aluminum salts, Antimicrobial, Fragrances, Parabens, Propellants, alcohol. 

Some of these ingredients can cause skin irritation, several scientists have suggested a possible connection between breast cancer and antiperspirant. I think I would avoid these ingredients until further researches have been done. 

A more natural way to get rid of stinky armpits

If you are trying to go more natural there is a variety of alternatives that will get the job done without worrying about harsh chemicals or aluminum as part of the ingredients. One of those are the Natural deodorants sticks or cream. 

• What are they made of? 
• Natural Deodorants are made using a variety of butters and carrier oils that will leave your skin soft and moisturized. 
• Arrow root powder that will absorb moisture; Baking soda (sometimes) that will prevent odor.
•  Essential oils that will make your armpits smell divine while masking any odors. 
• No Harsh synthetic chemicals nor aluminum therefore you will still sweat some, but you will not smell. After all sweating is a natural important health role. 

Transition Process

Switching to a Natural deodorant is a process for some of us. Remember your body is used to commercial deodorants and antiperspirant and it will need to adjust in order for your Natural deodorant to work. 

• How do we speed up the adjustment process? By detoxing your armpits! Yes... This is an amazing way to get your armpits ready for a new journey of using all-natural deodorants. 
• Detox Process: There are several ingredients and ways to detox your armpits and help you being successful using Natural deodorants, I have done it and it works amazing!

Key Ingredients for a DETOX

• Bentonite Clay: It absorbs and removes toxin, heavy metals, impurities and chemicals.
• Apple cider vinegar, Lemon, Witch hazel: Alkalize the body and neutralizes body odors.
• Baking Soda: Balance the pH of the body and neutralizes body odors.
• Activated charcoal: Just like bentonite clay it absorbs and removes toxin, heavy metals, impurities and chemicals.
  

Armpit Detox Recipe 

Recipe:

•   1 tablespoon bentonite clay
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
• 1-2 teaspoons of water (to adjust consistency)

Instructions

1. Mix all the ingredients in a glass bowl with a wooden spoon (do not use metal when working with bentonite clay) until fully incorporated .
2. Apply an even layer (Semi thin) over the armpits and let it sit for 10-20 minutes.
3.  Wash off with warm water.

• This detox can be repeated as need to remove impurities and toxins from your armpits.
• If this mask causes you pain or uncontrollable burn discontinue using it.

You can substitute bentonite clay for activated charcoal or baking soda. Let it sit for 5 minutes first to see how it works and increase from there. Apple cider vinegar can be substitute for lemon juice or witch hazel.

Important to know

• This detox will help reduce odor and it will help with the transition to natural deodorant. Its important to accompany this by drinking lots of water and having a balance diet.

Are you ready to start a change? Share you experience with us

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