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    How to choose a natural deodorant

    27 Jun 2019 12:00 AM | Posted by
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    Natural deodorants have been around for a long time, but choosing the best one for you can be confusing.

    Like regular deodorant, natural deodorants come in a variety of forms, including roll-on, stick, paste and spray formulas – but what sets them apart?

    We spoke to Dee Zibara, founder and director of online female health empowerment clinic, Cell to Soul, to find out…

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    Natural deodorants don’t contain aluminium

    According to Dee, the key difference between natural deodorants and more mainstream formulas is the former don’t contain aluminium.

    So, rather than acting as antiperspirants, they focus on absorbing wetness and neutralising odour. “Natural mineral salts” are often used instead of aluminium, along with other natural ingredients like “lime juice, coconut oil and witch hazel”.

    RELATED: Does natural deodorant really work?

    Natural deodorants can help sensitive skin

    Is your skin sensitive? Your daily deodorant spritz may be making it worse. As Dee explains, “sensitive skin is more often than not caused by over-exposure to synthetic chemicals and xenoestrogens (bad oestrogens) in the first place”. That means switching to a natural deodorant may “actually fix the issue” over time. She recommends those with sensitive skin go for a natural deodorant that’s free from bi-carb to reduce the chance of irritation.

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    Your next beauty project: DIY natural deodorant

    If you’re feeling creative, you might want to experiment with a DIY natural deodorant. Dee makes her own mixture at home using a body spray, the juice of two organic limes and two drops of tea tree oil. The expert pours the lime juice and tea tree oil into her body spray bottle for better strength and scent.

    According to Dee, a DIY natural deodorant “is a great way to increase the longevity of what can sometimes be more costly products”. Plus, “you can also add a few drops of your favourite essential oils this way to alter the smell to your liking,” she says.

    The bottom line? Whether you buy it in-store or try your hand at DIY, even the most hardcore yogis can smell fresh and fabulous with natural deodorant!      

    Natural deodorants bh reccommends

    1. Sukin Natural Deodorant

    2. Dermal Therapy Crystal Deodorant 

    3. Kopari Beauty Coconut Deodorant

    4. Plunkett's Deo Fresh Roll-On Deodorant For Her

    5. Eco Tan Coconut Deodorant

    6. Vanessa Megan Vanilla Pod Deodorant

    Have you tried natural deodorant? Would you ever make your own DIY deodorant? 

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    125 Member Comments

    perthchick 14 Sep 2020 3:34 PM

    Exercise and natural deodorant don't work.

    readingwishes 13 Jun 2020 4:31 PM

    I've tried the Eco Tan one and found it worked well. It's a trial and error process. But know there's a detox process, a clay mask can help speed it up.

    Thao917 8 Mar 2020 3:08 PM

    I am going down the natural deodorant path for my 2nd run. This one hasn't been as successful as the first but I'm persevering. I find that natural deodorants can be super hard to work with as it all depends on your body chemistry.

    Miramarmari 22 Jan 2020 5:58 PM

    I did try the Sukin natural deodorant; I didn’t mind it. But I’ve seen ones that look like putty I don’t know how to say it but like a paste I would like to sample that. I’m a bit sceptical though about sweat production and possible odour issues. But I would give natural deodorants a go!

    Margi59 20 Aug 2019 4:20 PM

    Haven't considered natural deodorants before because I need something that keeps me dry and comfortable. Definitely like Nivea's Every Day Active Deodorant.

    Rose_P 13 Aug 2019 10:02 AM

    I’ve never tried any of these, and I doubt I’d try making my own deodorant. I’m very particular when it comes to personal hygiene, so I think I’ll stick to my Rexona.

    S-P 1 Aug 2019 12:26 PM

    We use the Sukin natural deodorant. I don't think I'd try making my own - not yet anyway.

    ThisIsMe 5 Jul 2019 8:11 AM

    I've used the sukin and hate it! Feel like I'm all wet from it I find it more of a body mist refresher than a deodorant. I'm not a fan of "natural" deodorants I want something that stops the sweat personally & keeps me dry like the mitchum clinical

    Beauty Fan 69 29 Jun 2019 7:46 AM

    I have tried Sukin and making my own DIY deodorant sounds great.

    Meedee 29 Jun 2019 7:32 AM

    I havent tried one yet. I do have one sitting there but I havent been game to try it as I was told that it can take a month for your body to change and accept it and I might feel like its not working for the first month. Im not so sure that i want to spend a month smelling...lol

    NellAdams 29 Jun 2019 4:38 AM

    I have been using the Sukin natural deodorant and am completely in love!

    Becstar 28 Jun 2019 5:50 PM

    The SUKIN deodorant is really great for a more natural feeling without irritation.

    Wn0873 28 Jun 2019 5:41 PM

    I've tried many natural deodorants to find one which is effective. I found No Pong to be by far the best, unfortunately it has bicarb in it which gives me a rash. The bicarb-free version isn't as effective I found. I'm currently using the Weleda citrus roll on, which I really like. It generally lasts all day and only on rare occasions have I had to reapply, but yet to test it out in summer!

    Peach perfect 28 Jun 2019 4:20 PM

    Vanessa Megan Vanilla Pod Deodorant sounds really nice

    abbeyleee12 28 Jun 2019 7:56 AM

    flushing the body of toxins is essential when starting a natural deodorant path, chloryphil is a great way to do so!

    Thao917 8 Mar 2020 3:07 PM

    How do you use chloryphil to flush it out?

    Miss19 27 Jun 2019 11:32 PM

    I've been using the natural deodorant by Akin for months now and I love it!

    Peach perfect 28 Jun 2019 4:20 PM

    Yet to try that one but does look nice

    Miss19 29 Jun 2019 11:41 AM

    I definitely recommend it

    LadyLola 27 Jun 2019 10:29 PM

    My husband can only wear natural deodorants as his skin is so sensitive. I dont like them for myself I dont feel fresh when using them.

    Tee631 27 Jun 2019 10:06 PM

    Will def be using it

    Shop A Everyday 27 Jun 2019 9:27 PM

    I only use these now, they are lovely

    CaitMay 27 Jun 2019 8:50 PM

    Too bad natural deodorants don’t work.... you sweat straight through them and they do nothing to help minimise BO

    Hayley644 27 Jun 2019 8:39 PM

    Would like to try one.

    Chicklet 27 Jun 2019 7:45 PM

    I haven’t tried a natural deodorant yet.

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