No Aluminum Deodorant: Why has been the best choice so far?

The majority of commercial deodorants contain aluminium salts, such as aluminium chlorohydrate, within their ingredients, in order to provide antiperspirant protection. In other words, the addition of aluminium salts to a deodorant product turns the deodorant into an antiperspirant, as aluminium salts have the ability to clog the pores of the sweat glands located in the armpit area and thereby prevent the appearance of sweat bacteria and thus malodor. However, this process prevents the normal sweat secretion by the sweat glands, a process that is extremely important for our health, as:

• Sweat secretion helps to regulate the normal temperature of our body, a process that is highly necessary for our survival.
• The elimination of certain toxins and waste by-products - substances that the body does not need and must eliminate - is also done, through sweat secretion.

We therefore realize, that the daily use of deodorants with aluminium salts contributes to the reduced normal flow of sweat from the sweat glands, a process absolutely necessary for the normal functioning of the body and the hygiene of the armpit area. In order not to obstruct the normal flow of sweat, which is involved in very useful functions, the switch to a more natural solution comes to provide the answer.

The new generation of deodorants, free of aluminium salts, help to counteract unpleasant odors by using natural ingredients with antibacterial action, without preventing normal sweat secretion and allowing the skin to breathe normally. The majority of the natural ingredients used in aluminium-free deodorants involve the use of essential oils with antibacterial activity. The most well-known active antibacterial ingredients in essential oils are certain aldehydes and phenols, such as linalaldehyde, citral, carvacrol, eugenol and thymol, which act by disrupting the cell membrane of microorganisms - responsible for the malodor - making it more permeable. In this way, the cells are induced to apoptosis (cell death) and thus the gradual elimination of the micro-organisms. Among the most well-known essential oils that we will find in natural aluminium-free deodorants are tea tree, lavender, oregano, rosemary, sandalwood, lavender and lemongrass.

For health reasons. There's no reason to use something every day that blocks sweat secretion, which we've already discussed and seen how important it is. It is healthy to sweat and a process that it is good not to interfere with.

Natural ingredients & skin protection. Frequent use of a deodorant with aluminum salts can lead to skin irritation or allergic reactions. Aluminum-free deodorants often contain natural ingredients, such as essential oils and plant extracts, which are less irritating and friendlier to our skin, protecting its normal sebum and ph.

Less stains on clothes. Aluminum deodorants can cause yellow stains on clothes, especially on white and light-colored clothing.

Sustainability. The use of naturally derived ingredients and biodegradable packaging of aluminum-free deodorants are highly sustainable options, reducing environmental impact.

Holland & Barrett, with sustainability as its main pillars as well as the use of naturally sourced ingredients, provides a very wide range of aluminium-free & paraben-free deodorants, with natural ingredients, so you can choose the one that best suits you and your needs.