Deodorants and Detoxification

I get a lot of questions from people who try homemade deodorant and have issues with rashes or odor or excessive sweat. I’ve found  good alternatives, but wanted to find a way to help those who were still having trouble.

Why switch to a non toxic deodorant?

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Did you know that using certain deodorants or an antiperspirant daily can change the bacterial microbiome in your armpits? 

There are so many reasons that you should ditch your current antiperspirant / deodorant..

Conventional deodorants and anti-perspirants contain a variety of chemicals and additives. It takes something un-natural to block the body’s natural ability to sweat, and the chemical list in some deodorants is impressive:

• Aluminum– some evidence links aluminum to cancer and Alzheimer’s Disease. It also plugs sweat ducts and can be absorbed into skin and have estrogen like affects. Excess estrogen can promote the growth of cancer cells.
• Phthalates– Endocrine disruptors often also found in plastic that can cause hormone imbalance and even infertility (especially in med)
• Propylene glycol– common name: antifreeze. It is a hotly debated additive in personal care products but the Environmental Working Group reports that it carries a moderate risk of immunotoxicity and allergies.
• Formaldehyde-  a known carcinogen… guess it kills the germs though.
• Parabens- Another hormone disruptor and parabens have been found in biopsied tissue with breast cancer
• Antibacterial Substances- I talked about these before but they are endocrine disruptors and can negatively affect the immune system
• TALC- Health issues including possible links to ovarian cancer. It is a carcinogen also causing respiratory issues.

How to detox..

First and foremost drink plenty of water.

Be sure and dry off completely after showering/bathing..

Watch what you are eating. Certain foods may cause unpleasant smells..

Don’t you love when something is so easy that it almost doesn’t need instructions?

You might already have the ingredients on hand. You’ll just need bentonite clay, apple cider vinegar and water.

Ingredients

• 1 tablespoon bentonite clay
• 1 teaspoon apple cider vinegar
• 1-2 teaspoons of water (to get right consistency)

1. Mix all of the ingredients in a glass bowl 
2. Spread in an even layer over the armpits and allow to sit for 5-20 minutes. If it hurts at all, remove immediately.
3. This may cause some redness as it will increase blood-flow to the area, but it should go away quickly.
4. Wash off in the shower or with a warm, wet washcloth
5. Repeat once a week or more often if needed.

If redness or itchiness occurs, discontinue and maybe dry brush and try cornstarch.  My daughter had terrible detox bumps and redness and itching.. The best thing she found that worked for her is thieves toothpaste.. You can find that by searching this link..