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Old 4 November 2022, 05:13 AM   #1
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Natural antiperspirant?

I was going to title this thread "do you smell?" but I thought that may send the wrong message. People might think that Chewy is on the loose again.

Lots of people are trying to avoid aluminum in conventional antiperspirants because of all of the terrible things that it can do to you. Allegedly.

I bought some "natural" deodorant this summer (Dr. Squatch) which works only moderately well for me. I sweat a lot. Typically I do better with antiperspirants rather than deodorants. Aside from it not working terribly well for me, I don't care for the fragrances of Dr. Squatch.

I thought I'd ask here, since we are such a diverse bunch, and many of us are concerned with things like our health, what non-toxic products have you tried that you were happy with? Thanks!
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Old 4 November 2022, 05:21 AM   #2
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I wish I could help you Michael.

I don't sweat all that much but I switched from anti perspirant to deodorant when I was in my early 20's.

I always found that deodorant makes me feel fresher than antiperspirant.YMMV

I also figure, sweating is a normal thing for your body to do, so why fight mother nature

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Old 4 November 2022, 05:27 AM   #3
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Look into the Schmidt’s brand. They have many different products and scents with no aluminum salts or parabens. I have been pleased with the Charcoal & Magnesium one.

Edit: As Mr. Goat said referring to his wife below, I switched from Secret Clinical Strength. My family was “blessed” with heavy sweat glands…unfortunately. I’ve stayed with Schmidt’s products. YMMV.

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Old 4 November 2022, 05:28 AM   #4
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My better half tried to go the natural route. She now uses secret. Again.

I’m not aware of any health concerns with deodorant and have used degree for 25 yrs.


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Old 4 November 2022, 05:58 AM   #5
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Been using ladies deodorant for 25 years.

I used to get massive lumps that were excessively painful in my underarms. I was told there is less aluminum in women s and that it’s better for sensitive skin.

Using ladies deodorant solved the problem for me. Zero issues. And I smell like a powdery cucumber. Fwiw, I have been lucky enough to get a lot of feedback, if you get my meaning, and it’s been overwhelmingly positive.
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Old 4 November 2022, 06:02 AM   #6
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Old 4 November 2022, 06:13 AM   #7
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Fun fact, you are not supposed to apply antiperspirant during the day - apply it at night. Your sweat ducts are less active at night, allowing more of the active ingredient (aluminum) to get into the ducts and take effect during the daytime. This leads to less irritation during the day (if you apply it in the morning, sweat mixes with active ingredient on the surface of the skin and irritates it)!
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I also figure, sweating is a normal thing for your body to do, so why fight mother nature
Because I smell really bad when I sweat...
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Old 4 November 2022, 08:14 AM   #9
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Fun fact, you are not supposed to apply antiperspirant during the day - apply it at night. Your sweat ducts are less active at night, allowing more of the active ingredient (aluminum) to get into the ducts and take effect during the daytime. This leads to less irritation during the day (if you apply it in the morning, sweat mixes with active ingredient on the surface of the skin and irritates it)!
I've heard that... But I shower in the morning. And I'm trying to avoid the aluminum.
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Old 4 November 2022, 08:17 AM   #10
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I use stick deodorant (non anti perspirant) from arm and hammer. I also use strong cologne (eau de parfum). I don’t use anti perspirant at all. The cologne helps cover the smell.
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Old 4 November 2022, 09:09 AM   #11
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My friend Kramer was the one who came up with that smell like the beach idea.
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Old 4 November 2022, 09:49 AM   #13
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Had a time in life where I would sweat like crazy due to a medication so I used certain dry. One thing I noticed is if you don’t sweat from your arms you will sweat somewhere else. Forehead, hands, feet, wherever. Now she has me using oak and oars or something like that. Smells great when it goes on and by the time it’s worn off and mixes with my sweat my arms smell like street tacos


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Been using ladies deodorant for 25 years.

I used to get massive lumps that were excessively painful in my underarms. I was told there is less aluminum in women s and that it’s better for sensitive skin.

Using ladies deodorant solved the problem for me. Zero issues. And I smell like a powdery cucumber. Fwiw, I have been lucky enough to get a lot of feedback, if you get my meaning, and it’s been overwhelmingly positive.
From men or women?
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I’m lucky. I haven’t had to use deodorant since I was a teenager. Back then, I used these rock crystals.

Nowadays simple hygiene keeps the BO away, even when I sweat.

You know, what you eat has a lot to do with it as well.
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You know, what you eat has a lot to do with it as well.
That's a good point. I had coworkers once complain that I smelled like beer when I perspired.
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Old 4 November 2022, 10:20 PM   #18
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Been using ladies deodorant for 25 years.

I used to get massive lumps that were excessively painful in my underarms. I was told there is less aluminum in women s and that it’s better for sensitive skin.

Using ladies deodorant solved the problem for me. Zero issues. And I smell like a powdery cucumber. Fwiw, I have been lucky enough to get a lot of feedback, if you get my meaning, and it’s been overwhelmingly positive.
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Been using ladies deodorant for 25 years.

I used to get massive lumps that were excessively painful in my underarms. I was told there is less aluminum in women s and that it’s better for sensitive skin.

Using ladies deodorant solved the problem for me. Zero issues. And I smell like a powdery cucumber. Fwiw, I have been lucky enough to get a lot of feedback, if you get my meaning, and it’s been overwhelmingly positive.
An old friend told me women’s deodorant works better than men. He was 100 percent right. Every male friend whom I said this to tried it and had agreed. I’ve tried to switch back to mens deodorant many times and I find mens deodorant does not work as well and it’s not even a close comparison.
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I use Native as it is aluminum and parables free. It works exceptionally well and highly recommend.
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From men or women?
Lmao. Good one.

From woman.

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I see a lot of commercials for Lume. They claim it’s natural.


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I tried several with no results more than 10 years ago when the fear was of a link to dementia. Even before that was called into question, I had to switch back because none where effective in fighting the stink.

Are there concerns other than dementia these days???

I have thought about switching over to a basic deodorant as many here do as I tend not to be a heavy sweating guy.
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I use Native as it is aluminum and parables free. It works exceptionally well and highly recommend.
I’ve had good luck with this. I like the no sent with my cologne
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Are there concerns other than dementia these days???
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I am wondering the same, any one with knowledge able to chime in? This is the same reason I was looking for the switch.
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Deodorant or Antiperspirant?
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Old 5 November 2022, 07:13 AM   #28
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I see no point in avoiding antiperspirants for the aluminium chloride content. Why don't you try a modern deodorant? It makes your sweat not smell instead of making you not sweat.

Also, if you are avoiding anything containing aluminium you need to go all vintage with you watches since the saphire crystal on your modern watch is aluminium oxide.
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Old 5 November 2022, 09:11 AM   #29
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Xactly... I swore off antiperspirants decades ago.
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Try magsol from Amazon. I am a sweaty stinky beast and it works. Need to stick with it for about two weeks. I like the lemongrass, even though I hate lemongrass I love the smell of this one.
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