I’m all about a good deodorant. Whether I’m sweating it out at the gym or typing furiously at my desk, the last thing I need is to be distracted by body odour, especially on those days when the sun feels like shining just a little brighter.
So, aside from a good wash and wearing some fresh clothing, the best way to keep body odour at bay is by using a good quality deodorant. But, with so many mass-produced, store-bought deodorants to choose from, many of which contain various artificial ingredients and chemicals that your body and skin don’t need, how can you choose?
Rolling With A Natural Deodorant
Well, my advice would be to switch to a natural deodorant, such as the one offered by Earthsap. Here are five reasons you should switch to a natural deodorant.
1. They’re free from artificial chemicals
Natural deodorants are made using natural and organic ingredients and are free from potentially harmful chemicals such as parabens, aluminium, and phthalates.
2. They’re kinder to the skin
The underarm area can be very sensitive, especially if you take a razor to it regularly. As a result, many people experience sensitivity, irritation, and itchiness when they use a regular deodorant because some ingredients present in these products are quite harsh.
Thankfully, natural deodorants are formulated without these harsh ingredients and are usually gentler on the skin, and less likely to irritate. They are a great option for anyone suffering from sensitive skin or skin allergies.
3. They reduce body odour without stopping sweat
You do know that your sweat has no stench, right? Yep. That scent that you associate sweating with is actually the sweat combined with the bacteria on the skin.
Now, before you get too excited, natural deodorants don’t block sweat ducts or stop you from sweating. Instead, they make use of natural ingredients like essential oils, baking soda and coconut oil to neutralise the odour, allowing the body to sweat without any unpleasant odours.
4. They are gentle on clothing
Ever had to deal with ugly yellow marks below the armpits on light clothing?
Blame the aluminium found in conventional deodorants, which can cause yellow stains on light clothing. What’s more, they may also make the fabric stiff, changing its texture. Natural deodorants are gentle on clothes, don’t leave stains and won’t ruin the fabric.
5. They are kind to the environment
Mother nature isn’t exactly happy with humans right now, what with the soaring temperatures and vicious floods. Yet, you might get on her good side by switching to a natural deodorant.
Natural deodorants are usually made from eco-friendly, sustainable and biodegradable ingredients, making them a better choice for the environment.
Going natural with your deo
If you’re looking to go natural with your deodorant, Earthsap has a range of natural deodorants available for men and women, each one safe for the skin and safe for the environment.
1. Earthsap East India Islands Mens Roll-On Deodorant (R69.95).
Stay fresh with this natural, biodegradable deodorant formula, made with a blend of skin-friendly ingredients and fragranced with essential oils. Earthsap’s East India Islands range for men has a pleasantly spicy signature scent, with notes of cinnamon, cloves, aniseed, and a dash of citrus.
Smell and feel great with a natural roll-on deodorant that’s free of harsh synthetic ingredients, aluminium and pore-blocking chemicals. Perfect for hard-working eco-warriors. Suitable for all skin types.
2. Earthsap Pine Forest Roll-On Deodorant (R69.95)
This fresh, natural roll-on deodorant is kind to your skin and your environment; made with pure biodegradable ingredients, it’s 100% non-toxic. With the fresh clean scent of an evergreen pine forest, this Earthsap deodorant is ideal for Earth-friendly gents but great for ladies as well.
It’s made with simple plant-based ingredients and essential oils to combat odours without blocking your pores or irritating your skin. Made with a blend of pine needle oil, tea tree oil and plant extracts.
3. Earthsap Wild Rose & Vanilla Roll-On Deodorant (R69.95)
A fragrant and feminine all-natural deodorant for Earth-loving ladies. Earthsap brings you a mild but effective natural roll-on that’s free of harsh synthetic ingredients and toxins.
Earthsap deodorant allows your pores to breathe and doesn’t block the sweat ducts, which makes it much safer and healthier than the ordinary, chemical-laden roll-ons you’ll find on supermarket shelves. Made with real rose and vanilla oils in a base of coconut and soybean extract, this eco-friendly deodorant smells as good as it feels.
4. Earthsap Lavender & Rosemary Roll-On (R69.95)
Earthsap roll-on deodorants are made from pure and simple ingredients and essential oils that won’t harm or irritate the skin. This natural roll-on is pure and completely free of lauryl sulphate, synthetic preservatives, animal ingredients, animal testing and petrochemicals.
5. Earthsap Tea-Tree & Lemon Roll-On (R69.95)
Earthsap roll-on deodorants are made from pure and simple ingredients and essential oils that won’t harm or irritate the skin. This natural roll-on is pure and completely free of lauryl sulphate, synthetic preservatives, animal ingredients, animal testing and petrochemicals.
Takeaway
Making the switch to a natural deodorant is a small step that may have major health benefits – both immediately, and in the long run. So here’s to enjoying an all-day fresh feeling without harming your skin, or the environment.
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