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Alternatives for daily hygiene: deodorant creams against strong odors
An antiperspirant is essential for daily hygiene. After deodorant rollers and spray cans had dominated drugstore shelves for a long time, they are now facing competition.
Deodorants without aluminum salts have been around for a long time: not only in natural cosmetics are questionable ingredients in antiperspirants avoided – many conventional products also do not contain antiperspirant ingredients. But what exactly distinguishes a deodorant cream from ordinary roll-ons and sprays? In fact, it’s less the composition than the fact that the cream is said to be much more effective and therefore last longer than ordinary antiperspirants. In addition, most products do not use plastic packaging; instead, many manufacturers rely on cans made of metal or glass. And that’s not all the benefits that deodorant creams have to offer.
A deodorant cream offers these advantages
- The use of alternative ingredients such as zinc oxide, baking soda, aloe vera, shea or cocoa butter, almond or coconut oil is intended to naturally counteract the daily smell of sweat.
- In addition, the content of a should be significantly more effective than a normal deodorant roller or spray, so that you can use it for longer – and the higher price also seems justified.
- By avoiding synthetic preservatives, dyes, fragrances or even alcohol, deodorant creams are said to be particularly skin-friendly. People in particular benefit from this .
- When it comes to sustainability, it is also important that deodorant creams do not contain any greenhouse gases and (due to their long-lasting effect) less waste is produced. Many packaging is even made from recycled materials.
Which deodorant cream is recommended?
The scent of a deodorant cream is determined by the various ingredients. Which cream you choose is ultimately purely a matter of taste. Since most varieties are free of aluminum salts, alcohol, synthetic preservatives and fragrances, you can’t really go wrong when buying. It is generally recommended to pay attention to natural cosmetics – for health reasons, but also for the sake of the environment. Particularly popular brands include:
i+m
The deodorant cream is filled into jars and sealed with an aluminum lid. There are seven different varieties, including a fragrance-free version for sensitive skin: According to the manufacturer, contains neither mineral oils nor lactose, aluminum salts, gluten, paraffins, parabens or PEG. stands for vegan, climate-neutral and cruelty-free cosmetics.
Greendoor
Also the brand relies on natural cosmetics. The products should be made from purely herbal ingredients. Your deodorant cream is available in four different versions: a classic one, with activated carbon, for sensitive skin and a special one . The jars are made from 100 percent recycled plastic and hold 50 milliliters. According to the company, all products are aluminum-free.
Pony hat
Also the deodorant creams with coconut oil and shea butter do not contain aluminum salts, synthetic preservatives and alcohol. According to the company, the vegan products are filled by hand in a Berlin factory into small PET jars – which can then be sent back to the manufacturer and reused after consumption.
This is how you use a deodorant cream correctly
Due to the high yield, it is not necessary Distribute generously under the armpits. Instead, just take a small amount and rub it gently into the skin with your fingers in circular movements. It is important that you clean your armpits with a little water and a mild soap before applying (preferably with a washcloth) – unless you have just taken a fresh shower. Allow the cream to absorb briefly.
Tip: Since most products do not contain alcohol, they can be safely applied to freshly shaved armpits. There is no risk of skin irritation.
Storing deodorant cream: This is how it works
Normally, a deodorant cream – as the name suggests – has a creamy consistency. However, the natural ingredients are relatively sensitive to heat, so the contents can quickly become liquid in the summer months. This doesn’t change the effect, but it is significantly more difficult to apply. For this reason it is advisable to have one Store in a shady and cool place, especially in summer. And don’t worry: even liquid deodorant cream will solidify again as soon as it cools down.
One more important note at the end: Like any ordinary antiperspirant (without aluminum), a deodorant cream only counteracts the smell of sweat – it does not reduce the amount of underarm sweat.
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Source: Stern
I’m Caroline, a journalist and author for 24 Hours Worlds. I specialize in health-related news and stories, bringing real-world impact to readers across the globe. With my experience in journalism and writing in both print and online formats, I strive to provide reliable information that resonates with audiences from all walks of life.
