Does your bathroom already have natural deodorants? If not, we invite you to make the change as soon as possible. It is one of those everyday gestures in which, with a simple change of brand, a change of habit is achieved that only presents improvements .

In this post we are going to give you two compelling reasons to change your conventional deodorant for one made with natural ingredients and free of toxins . In addition, we will present you with a small guide that we want to help you choose which of all the options may be best for you.

Here we go… Why should you change your deodorant?

FOR THE ENVIRONMENT

With deodorants packaged in glass and cardboard, you eliminate plastic from one of the basic products in your bathroom . In addition, at Alma Eko you will find deodorants made with natural ingredients , in which the production processes are carefully monitored so that the environmental impact is as small as possible .

And keep in mind that deodorants in cream or stick form last longer than conventional roll-on or spray deodorants. This means savings for your pocket and less emissions of polluting gases from distribution.

FOR YOUR HEALTH

There is already a lot of scientific evidence linking endocrine disruptors with cases of cancer and autoimmune diseases . In the health sector there are still many professionals who ignore this. And we are not talking about a couple of recent studies. We are talking about work teams that have been researching this for decades, with conclusive results, based on very rigorous studies, but, we do not know why, they are not given the attention they deserve.

We are not making this up out of our hat. We invite you to look for information about Dr. Nicolás Olea , Professor of Medicine at the University of Granada. For example, you can watch the interviews with the doctor by Lucía Terol and Elena HG on their YouTube channels.

Among endocrine disruptors, it has been shown that aluminum salts have a high relationship with breast cancer . These are present in conventional deodorants. They are responsible for preventing perspiration.

We apply deodorant daily, under the armpits, in an area where the lymph nodes are frequently affected when breast cancer is diagnosed. So, if you are using this type of deodorant, change it.

Switch to natural deodorants without aluminum . They are usually based on ingredients that are not antiperspirants, but antibacterial and moisture-absorbing , such as baking soda, white clay or cornstarch , in combination with vegetable and essential oils with different properties and scents .

A LITTLE PATIENCE. THE ADAPTATION PROCESS

You should keep in mind that if you have been using conventional deodorants with aluminum salts, it will take some time for your body to adapt to those made with natural ingredients, which do not block sweating, but are breathable and absorbent.

This transition period can last between 2 and 4 weeks . During this time , the body will be expelling the antiperspirants that have blocked the pores of the skin, preventing the toxins from being expelled.

Alma Eko deodorants do breathe , allowing toxins to escape, but preventing the proliferation of bacteria, or even preventing them from being generated. Bacteria are the cause of bad odor.

HOW I CHOOSE MY DEODORANT

At Alma Eko we have many different deodorant options because each person has a different one. We want to help you make the right choice from the start with this little guide in which we explain the different options you can find.

It's important to like the scent, but it's also important to choose based on your sweating level and whether or not you have sensitive skin.

At Alma Eko you will find deodorants in three different formats:

• In cream , packaged in glass or aluminum
• In bar or stick , packed in cardboard
• In powder form , more intended for skin and footwear, but can also be used in the armpits.

As we mentioned above, these formats last longer than conventional deodorants.

As for fragrances, we have many options. From the Ben&Anna brand, a stick deodorant packaged in cardboard , we have the Pink Grapefruit and Persian Lime varieties, very fresh and energizing, and also Nordic Timber with a cedar wood scent and a hint of palmarosa (more frequently chosen by men).

The Naturlab brand also offers deodorants in cardboard stick format . They are very similar to the previous ones, but, in general, you tell us that you find them easier to apply. From this brand we have the Tropical varieties (sweet and fruity scent), Good Vibes (citrus fragrance), Fresh Mint (fresh mint and lemon scent) and Ocean (fresh and relaxing fragrance).

The fragrances of these deodorants are natural. They do not come from synthetic perfumes, but from essential oils . But we also have unscented varieties , such as Pure by Ben&Anna or this other option from the I+M brand .

These options without essential oils are generally more suitable for sensitive skin . If you have this type of skin or your armpits are easily irritated, for example, by waxing, opt for this type of variety; or for others, which although they do have essential oils, are specially formulated for sensitive skin, since they do not contain bicarbonate. In this line you can find the Flow variety by Naturlab or the lemon and thyme deodorant by Matarrania .

From the I+M brand we also have an extra-strong deodorant , designed for athletes or people with more intense sweating .

If you are looking for a compact, travel-sized deodorant that you can easily carry in your purse or backpack, the best option may be the mint one from the Clemence & Vivien brand .

 A DEODORANT THAT LASTS 7 DAYS

Finally, we want to tell you about our latest addition to the Alma Eko catalogue, which we think is a revolution . Hero deodorant is actually an anti-odorant . Its main active ingredient is microsilver, which does not allow bacteria to form in the armpits and that is why there is no smell . It is another of the fragrance-free varieties.

Hero deodorant is one of the most sustainable on the market . Not only is it made with natural ingredients and packaged without plastic , it is also very long-lasting . A single application of this deodorant can last up to a week. This prevents the emission of polluting gases from its manufacture and distribution .

What do you think of all these options? Do you already know which one is best for you?

We don't want to end this post without giving you one more alternative, which is to make your own homemade deodorant . Here you have a very simple recipe , made with only 3 ingredients: baking soda, coconut oil and the essential oil of your choice.