Antiperspirant vs. deodorant health risk

Body odor is something we all strive to avoid but it can be difficult figuring out which products to use.  If you’re concerned about antiperspirant vs. deodorant health risk, you’ve come to the right place.  I’ll break it down here.

What is the difference?

I always thought that antiperspirants and deodorants were essentially the same – perhaps one being ‘stronger’ than another.  But, in actually, I realized the difference is much more.

Deodorants will combat odor.  That’s a good thing.  Antiperspirants will not only combat odor but also wetness (i.e. sweat).  That may seem like a good thing as well but not necessarily when you break it down.  This is because antiperspirants use aluminum as the ingredient to control this ‘wetness’.  And, aluminum has been linked to Alzheimer’s Disease.  So, there is definitely an antiperspirant vs. deodorant health risk and it would be wise to read ingredient labels.

Controlling sweat naturally

We all want to avoid that underarm stain and wetness during the day.  It’s embarrassing and it makes you look like you’re nervous or overheated.  For example, you might be sitting in a meeting and realizing that your underarms are wet.  This wetness has seeped through your clothes.  Whether you were nervous or not, now you are embarrassed – which can make the problem worse because you may actually become nervous – causing more sweat.  Or, maybe you are overheating.

Either situation is something we surely want to avoid.  We don’t want to show people we are nervous or are too hot.  It’s embarrassing.  We want to look ‘calm, cool, and collected’ as the saying goes – at ALL times.  The good news is that you can control your sweat naturally.  This may seem unreal but it’s true.  According to the popular website WikiHow, it can be done.

4 Ways to control sweat

1. According to the website, one of the biggest reasons we sweat is because we are overheated.  I agree with this.  Our bodies are trying to cool down and the best way to ensure we don’t get overheated is by drinking enough water.  Plus, the water helps to eliminate toxins in our bodies by being flushed out when we go to the bathroom – rather than flushing out through sweat.  Be sure that you have good quality and clean water.

   

2. Exfoliate your underarms (or anywhere you sweat).  You probably never realized this but you might be excessively sweating because of clogged pores.  Those dead skin cells are keeping toxins in.  Once you release them, you’ll eventually notice less wetness.

   

3. Diet – you knew this one was going to be part of the list of ways to control sweat naturally.  The higher quality of foods you eat, the less toxins in your body that need to be excreted (through any means).  Ensure you eat a healthful diet as much as you can.  Employ the 80 / 20 rule.  I realize that it is impossible to be perfect and too anxiety provoking.  If you strive for 80% of the time being ‘good’, you’re well on your way.  And, you may find that once you start it, you’ll notice times when you could do better and your percentage may inch up!  Bonus!!!

   

4. Supplements – some supplements, such as zinc, can also help with sweat.  Sage tea has also been suggested to help reduce sweat.

   

Deodorant options to try

Since we want to stay away from antiperspirants because of the health risks associated with it, here are some options to try that are more natural.

Jason Natural Aloe Vera Deodorant stick

Jason Natural Apricot Deodorant stick

And, remember you can always Make your own!

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