Trouble Lurking in your Deodorant

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Here are a few key ingredients to look out for:

Aluminum

Aluminum is an active ingredient in a lot of antiperspirants. After you apply it, aluminum is absorbed into the sweat ducts causing them to swell, thus closing off the ducts that release sweat onto the skin’s surface. Aluminum is a known neurotoxin associated with Alzheimer’s disease and kidney disease. Some research also implicates the use with an increased risk of breast cancer, since the aluminum-based compounds may be absorbed by the skin and cause estrogen-like effects, increasing the potential growth of breast cancer cells.

Parabens

Parabens prevent the growth of bacteria, which helps to eliminate the odour often associated with sweating. They are shown to negatively affect the immune system, nervous system and hormone balance, as well as reproductive health.

Triclosan

Triclosan is an antibacterial and antifungal agent found in antibacterial products. Studies have linked it to a host of health problems, including weight gain, allergies and thyroid dysfunction. It may also interfere with fetal development in pregnant women.

Talc powder

Talc is a fine powder that helps keep skin dry and reduces friction. It is a suspected carcinogen.

Fragrance

Products are not required to disclose their proprietary fragrance blends that often contain a whole host of chemicals or by-products. Phthalates are often labelled as a fragrance. These hormone disruptors accumulate in the body and can affect fertility and fetal development.[/fusion_text][/one_full]