29/12/2025
Here are the top 5 toxic ingredients that are being used in the production of deodorants.
1. Aluminium - linked to breast cancer, gut permeability changes, as well as hormonal imbalances and an increased risk of neurodegenerative diseases like Alzheimer.
2. Parabens - research papers highlight parabens as endocrine disruptors mimicking estrogen, linked to potential issues like breast cancer, reduced fertility, obesity, and allergies. Toxicity and impact differ based on the paraben's chain length (e.g., methyl vs. butyl) and the specific cell type studied. Parabens disrupt our delicate hormonal balance, which can lead to things like early puberty in children and an increased risk of hormonal cancers.
3. Propylene glycol - PG is one of the most commonly used solvents and can cause damage to the central nervous system, liver and heart.
4. Phthalates - these series of widely used chemicals interfere with hormone systems (estrogen, androgen, thyroid) and have already been identified as endocrine-disrupting chemicals. They are linked to insulin resistance, type 2 diabetes, obesity and potential cardiovascular problems.
5. Triclosan - (TCS) is a synthetic, multi-purpose antimicrobial agent. Various studies shed light on the emerging health concerns related to the use of TCS, such as microbial resistance, dermal irritations, endocrine disruption, higher incidence of allergies, altered thyroid hormone metabolism and tumors development. Overuse of triclosan may contribute to antibiotic/antimicrobial resistance and may modify the microbiome.
The most straightforward substitute for deodorant is an all-natural product. Instead of chemicals, all-natural deodorants contain ingredients like baking soda and essential oils to neutralize odor-causing bacteria. There are currently an abundance of more healthy options on the market, although you do have to search out for the one that is best for you.
Perhaps, the most simple, most efficient way to keep your armpits fresh and healthy is by using good apple cider vinegar, or alternatively organic lime juice. Keep in mind that your body does have to release its toxins, and that sweating is naturally part of that process.
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