Three Ingredients in your Deodorant (and What They Mean To You)

Three Ingredients in your Deodorant (and What They Mean To You)

  1. images-1 Parabens-a group of compounds, which are said to be xenoestrogens (meaning they mimic estrogens).
    In 2004 a British cancer researcher Philippa Darbre Ph.D. found parabens present in malignant breast tumors.
  1. Aluminum-slivery white, soft non-magnetic ductile metal. This is used to act as a plug and stop you form sweating.
    Toxic metals contribute to brain disease by causing oxidative stress.
  1. Triclosan-is a synthetic antibacterial and antifungal agent. This is what stops you from smelling.
    The FDA has classified this as a pesticide and could be contributing to the growth of resistant super bugs.

 

We are of course not voting for the smell and sweat factor either so if you are interested in other alternatives, here are two great options:

  1. Schmidts Natural Deodorant – www.schmidtsdeorderant.com
  2. Homemade Deodorant – Natural and SO easy

1/3 cup of baking soda

1/3 cup of arrowroot powder

1/3 cup of coconut oil (melted)

5 drops of peppermint oil or lavender

Mix all ingredients in a sealable glass container…refrigerate until solid…remove and store in a cool place.

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