Why should we even use a natural deodorant?
Find out which ingredients you don't want to find on your deodorant label.
We may tend not to pay as much attention to our armpits because they are hidden or associated with something less clean (sweat), but we should. Taking care of your armpits is no less important than taking care of the skin on your face or body. Some of the reasons are:
- The armpit area protects lymph nodes, blood vessels, and nerves.
- It is an area susceptible to bacteria and infections because it is dark, damp, and warm – a perfect environment for the development of microorganisms.
- The skin in the armpits is extremely sensitive, very vulnerable to swelling and rashes.
The “red flag” ingredients
We should pay attention when we see the terms "fragrance" or "perfume" in the ingredient list. First, it's so broad that it could be based on any ingredient, which isn't being fully disclosed to us. Second, because synthetic fragrances are not very beneficial, especially for women, as they are endocrine disruptors and alter our hormone production. If you have thyroid problems, for example, then you should pay even more attention.
Aluminum is another common ingredient, especially in antiperspirants, and this metal can alter the genes of breast tissue, paving the way for serious diseases. More than half of breast tumors arise in the upper region, near the armpit. Not to mention that it is responsible for the antiperspirant action, which is completely wrong, since our body should be able to sweat and expel sweat – we could simply control odor naturally.
It's worth noting that what we apply to our skin can pass directly into the bloodstream (unlike what we eat, for example, which needs to be metabolized by the liver and digestive system). There are studies suggesting that the chemicals used in deodorants can be stored in our fat cells, which are abundant in the armpits, where we also have many hormone receptors.
All mpl'beauty deodorants are aluminum-free, and the wonderful scents come only from organic essential oils.
What a good deodorant should have:
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Natural ingredients, which we recognize because they exist in nature and even because we use them in our cooking.
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A moisturizing agent, such as coconut oil, cocoa butter, or shea butter, so that we can apply them easily and, at the same time, hydrate the skin in that area.
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Something that neutralizes odors without blocking perspiration, such as activated charcoal or clay.
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An ingredient capable of absorbing moisture, such as starch, clay, or arrowroot powder.
mpl'beauty deodorants
The first one was Rosa , and now we have five, as we've been developing formulas based on your feedback.
One of the most common ingredients in natural deodorants is baking soda, a natural and highly powerful ingredient for neutralizing odors. However, more sensitive skin may react to this component, as it is alkaline and can unbalance the pH of some skin types (this may not always happen, but only at specific times). Therefore, we have created other formulas designed for more sensitive and reactive skin.
If baking soda isn't a problem, you can try Rose , Tangerine , or Passion Fruit & Coconut . They are highly effective, and you can even alternate scents if you like both.
If you have sensitive skin, then you should choose the Soothing or Sensitive formula. In the Soothing formula, we replace bicarbonate with magnesium. Why does it work? Because deficiencies in this mineral can alter and worsen sweat odor. Magnesium also has a relaxing effect, which makes us sweat less. It also contains activated charcoal, which removes impurities, toxins, and oil. The Sensitive formula contains zinc, for anti-inflammatory and antibacterial action, high absorption due to pink clay, and calming properties thanks to blue tansy essential oil.
Now that you have all the information, all you have to do is choose the natural deodorant that's best suited to your skin!
