Natural deodorants get a bad rap. People say they don't work, which is partially true. Most natural deodorants do not contain an antiperspirant. This is because preventing us from sweating takes chemicals. Chemicals, which I might add, are easily absorbed into the thin skin of our armpits.
I understand the importance of staying dry and I'm ever so lucky that I'm not big sweaty mcsweatypants. As I've read on natural health websites, we sweat to get rid of toxins. I've also read that you sweat more if you use a traditional deodorant, so after a few months on the good stuff and you will start sweating less.
My research led me to Green Tidings All Natural Deodorant in Lavender scent. It really does work. It's a stick deodorant, which is more comfortable to me than a spray or roll-on. The smell is amazing. I love unscrewing the container every morning for a whiff of spicy lavender. It goes on easily and doesn't leave marks on my clothes. I'm in month two of using it and no pit stains.
The only time I felt a little sweaty was when I was at a retreat with 140 high school students. I was running around and dealing with high pressure situations. Other than that I've felt very dry and sweet smelling. At least I think so.
Yes, it is pricier than other deodorants, but them's the breaks with all non-toxic products. Also, my stick is lasting longer than I've read in reviews.
If you to ditch one conventional personal care product it should be your deodorant. Sweatier, but safer, that's what I always say.
