Why You Should Switch to Natural Deodorant
If you're like most people, you probably don't give much thought to what is in your deodorant.
But did you know that the ingredients in deodorant can actually impact your health and well-being?
Most deodorants contain harmful chemicals that are absorbed through your skin and into your system. Studies from The National Cancer Center link the use of commercial deodorants to breast cancer and hormonal imbalances.
Your underarms have hormonal receptors that can react to deodorant ingredients. Studies have also shown how the chemicals and toxins from deodorant are stored in fat cells including in the armpits.
In this article, we explore the dangers of commercial deodorants including some of the effects they have on your health and we help you find an everyday natural deodorant that keeps you feeling fresh and protected without toxins or chemicals.
What Makes Conventional Deodorants So Harmful?
Have you considered switching to a natural deodorant? Here are a few reasons why you should think about switching to natural deodorant as soon as possible:
The ingredients in commercial deodorant can harm your skin
Most commercial deodorants contain harsh chemical ingredients such as parabens, alcohol, synthetic fragrances, aluminum etc. They can irritate and even damage your skin causing inflammation, rashes, allergies and contact dermatitis. Regular use of these chemicals can darken and thicken the underarm skin over time.
Chemicals in conventional deodorant are harmful
There are so many reasons why you should switch to natural deodorant. Another reason for you to consider is that the chemicals and toxins absorb through your skin into your system. Your body stores them in fat cells, which are prevalent under your arms. These harsh and toxic chemicals have been linked to cancer and other health problems.
The most common harmful chemicals in deodorant are usually aluminum, triclosan, parabens, and phthalates, though there are more. These chemicals can be toxic to your body and have been linked to cancer and other health problems.
Let’s take a brief look at them:
Aluminum works by temporarily stopping up and blocking your sweat glands to prevent sweating. Aluminum can cause genomic instability on the cellular level, increasing the chance of cell mutation. It has been linked to breast cancer, kidney problems and more.
Aluminum works by temporarily stopping up and blocking your sweat glands to prevent sweating. Aluminum can cause genomic instability on the cellular level, increasing the chance of cell mutation. It has been linked to breast cancer, kidney problems and more.
Parabens are a group of chemicals used as a preservative in deodorant to prevent the growth of bacteria, mold and yeasts. They are added to many personal care products to increase their shelf-life and stability. These harmful chemicals are absorbed through the skin or by inhalation or ingestion. Parabens have been linked to breast cancer and other health problems. They act as hormone impersonators, mimicking estrogen.
Phthalates are used to make deodorants and other cosmetics soft and flexible and to extend the life of synthetic fragrances. They are common ingredients, used in most deodorants and antiperspirants. These harmful chemicals can disrupt the endocrine system. Exposure to phthalates (pronounced thal-ates) has been linked to early onset puberty. It has also been linked to cancer, hormone disruption and even birth defects.
Triclosan is an antibacterial chemical used in personal care products. In deodorant, it is used to kill germs on the skin that cause odor. This chemical can interfere with your hormonal signaling, mimicking other hormones and acts as an endocrine disruptor.
There are many studies available to research that support triclosan’s endocrine disrupting abilities as well as an increased risk of breast cancer from its use. The FDA banned its use in hand soap due to concerns with its effect on the health of both humans and aquatic life. It has not yet been banned in deodorant or other products.
Why You Should Switch to Natural Deodorant
1. Stop Using Harmful Chemicals
The main reason for switching to natural deodorant is to stop using the harmful chemicals and toxins that are found in commercial deodorants that build up in your cells and harm your endocrine system. Natural deodorant works with your body to control odor-causing bacteria with the use of plants.
2. Release Stored Toxins and Repair Your Armpits
A good natural deodorant that is made with safe, non-toxic ingredients helps give your cells and glands an opportunity to clear out the stored chemicals in your armpit area and fat cells. Plus, they can actually work just as well (if not better!) than conventional deodorants, requiring you to use much less deodorant. So why not make the switch today? Your body will definitely thank you for it!
3. Smell Great Naturally with Mood Boosting Botanicals
Natural deodorants made with essential oils also have aromatherapy benefits, benefiting and supporting your overall well-being. Different essential oils have different properties that can act as natural mood enhancers. You can learn more about that in this article.
How to Choose a Natural Deodorant
When shopping for a natural deodorant, these are some things you should look for:
Does it contain aluminum chlorohydrate or aluminum zirconium? These are the two most common ingredients in toxic deodorants and are linked to cancer and Alzheimer's disease. Find out by reading the label if the product has aluminum.
Does it contain parabens, phthalates or triclosan ? Again, check the label as you want to avoid these ingredients.
Does it contain any other harmful chemicals? Can you understand what all of the ingredients are? When reading labels, research the ingredients you do not know.
What Is The Best Natural Deodorant that Works?
We highly recommend Natural Zen’s Candelilla and Coconut Deodorant as the best natural deodorant that works. We love it and think you will to for these five reasons:
- It contains no toxic chemicals of any kind and helps repair your skin
- It glides on smoothly and leaves your skin silky soft
- It has wonderful natural scents with aromatherapy benefits
- It provides long-lasting odor protection naturally
- It is made with only 4 natural plant ingredients
Our Natural Candelilla and Coconut Deodorant Ingredients
Natural Zen’s deodorant is made with only 4 simple ingredients:
- organic coconut oil
- candelilla wax
- sunflower oil
- essential oils
Our plant based ingredients support your skin health in the following ways:
Candelilla Wax: This natural wax is derived directly from a shrub and it is one of the few natural sources of wax found in Nature. It is a natural sunscreen and it has been found to have anti-inflammatory and antioxidant properties.
Sunflower Oil: Sunflower oil is high in essential fatty acids and vitamin E, both of which are beneficial for the skin. It is also non-comedogenic, meaning it will not clog your pores.
Organic Coconut Oil: Organic coconut oil has natural antibacterial, antifungal, and antimicrobial properties. It is also an excellent moisturizer and can help to heal dry, cracked skin.
Essential Oils: Essential oils have naturally fragrant antibacterial and antimicrobial properties to help prevent odor causing bacteria. They are also good for skin repair and improving and uplifting your mood.
Candelilla and Coconut Deodorant from Natural Zen
We've been in your shoes, searching for a chemical free natural deodorant that actually works without any harsh skin irritants. But what we found was that most "natural" deodorants don't work at all - or they eventually burn your skin due to ingredients such as baking soda.
So, we developed our own natural deodorant without baking soda, talcs or powders. We used ingredients that protect you from odor and bacteria naturally while repairing and softening your skin.
If you're looking for a natural deodorant that works without any of the harmful chemicals, then Candelilla and Coconut Deodorant from Natural Zen Home Fragrance Studio is the best choice for you. Not only does it protect you from odor and bacteria, it glides along your skin like a dream and it smells amazing all day with natural mood boosting essential oils.
Natural Deodorant Scents
Our Candelilla and Coconut Natural Deodorant keeps you feeling fresh naturally. It comes in five uplifting aromatherapy scents:
- Patchouli & Orange
- Frankincense & Rose
- Tea Tree & Lemongrass
- Sea Salt & Grapefruit
- Amber & Chamomile
It is definitely the best natural deodorant for you if you are looking for a safe and healthy alternative to chemical-based deodorants.
In Summary
In this article, we've shown you how toxic chemical based deodorants can harm your body – from increased cell mutation and direct links to cancer, to disrupting your endocrine system and hormone balance. We also discussed the harmful accumulative effects of using these products over time. These include skin thickening and irritations, skin darkening and toxin build up in your cells.
We have also shown you how to choose a natural deodorant and introduced you to one that works exceptionally well and has only 4 natural ingredients derived directly from plants.
If any of this information has persuaded you to switch to natural deodorant, we've got good news! Our personal favorite - and in our humble opinion - the BEST natural deodorant is this Candelilla and Coconut Deodorant from Natural Zen.
This deodorant is hand-poured, and the ingredients are vegan and sustainably sourced. Plus, it smells naturally amazing with mood boosting plant essences for a scentsational way to start your day!
You won't find another deodorant like this on the market today. It's an amazing natural product that uses the power of Nature to nurture your well-being and keep you feeling fresh and odor free.
Less toxins, less stress and more Zen.
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