How to Find the Right Deodorant

At the absolute minimum, a good deodorant should kill bacteria.

The reason that there are over 20 different kinds of deodorant in the average supermarket or pharmacy has a lot to do with the fact that different people have different needs when it comes to reducing perspiration and controlling odors. A deodorant that is suitable for you, may simply by ineffective or overpowering for someone you know. The key to finding the right deodorant for you and your lifestyle first begins by assessing your body, comfort level and personal preferences.

Things You'll Need

• Computer
• Calculator

Instructions

1. Examine how often your underarms perspire. If you sweat even when it's cool out or when you're not exercising, try using a deodorant designed for excessive perspiration.

2. Visit the website controlyourimpact.com. Click on the title "Deodorants, Antiperspirants and Your Health" from the menu on the right. This article discusses possible but not definitive connections between aluminum zirconium and Alzheimer's disease and breast cancer. Decide if you want a deodorant that contains aluminum zirconium.

3. Purchase a deodorant that is made without aluminum zirconium or one that is made from all natural ingredients such as ones sold in health food stores, if you are uncomfortable with the idea of aluminum zirconium.

4. Calculate how much you want to spend on your deodorant. Bear in mind that deodorant that does not contain aluminum zirconium can sometimes cost from three to 10 dollars more than deodorant that does have this chemical.

5. Purchase a scented deodorant if you want a fragrance to conceal the smell of your sweat. Conversely, purchase an unscented deodorant if you just want it to kill bacteria and reduce perspiration.

6. Try a natural mineral salt deodorant stick. Perspiring is a way for the body to cool itself, so it is healthy to perspire. Available in many health food stores are deodorant sticks that do not stop perspiration but eliminate odor-causing bacteria by using natural mineral salts.

Tips & Warnings

• You can make your own deodorant by mixing equal parts of cornstarch and baking soda with a touch of essential oil.

References

• Infobarrel: Choosing a deodorants
• Fire How: Deodorants
• Control Your Impact: Deodorants

Resources

• Mensflair: Deodorants