The Different Types of Antiperspirants

To feel fresh and fight odors of perspiration, it is important to choose a good deodorant. But at the large number of products proposed by the market, sometimes we get lost! Discover how to choose a deodorant that you choose according to your needs.

Perspiration

Sweating is a natural and normal. It allows the body to maintain proper temperature (37 ° C). Perspiration is accentuated during exercise or exposure to heat. It can also occur due to an emotion. In that case, the sweat glands are mainly located in the armpits or the palms. The bad smells: sweat itself does not smell, bacteria that feed on sweat causes the unpleasant smell.

Deodorant or antiperspirant?

The deodorant can mask the odor of perspiration while antiperspirant limits the secretion of sweat and prevent odors. However, the deodorants on the market today are grouped the two actions.

The different types of antiperspirants

Spray, stick or gel, deodorants are presented in various forms but the differences are:
Sprays: It can locally stop the secretion of sweat. They are easy to use, provide a sense of freshness, it may contain alcohol or spreading a dry powder which is the basis for the antiperspirant.
Roll-on, stick or cream: very practical, aesthetic and ergonomic, they are more effective than deodorant spray because they have a high concentration of aluminum salts. It is highly recommended for people who suffer from heavy sweating.

Advantage of the stick: it is practical and safe, non-staining.
Advantage of roll-on, the emulsion fluid, dry quickly and gives a pleasant feeling of freshness.
Advantage of Mitchum deodorant: it is soft, alcohol free, perfectly suited to sensitive skin.

With or without alcohol?

Alcohol has antiseptic properties and plays a conservative role, it is also included in the composition of the
perfume. If you have sensitive skin avoid deodorants with alcohol, more aggressive for the skin.

Tricks to sweat less

- Adopt good hygiene: shower water and soap is still the best way to eliminate the bacteria from perspiration.
- Avoid synthetic fabrics and thicknesses. Take natural clothing (cotton, linen, wool) and do not forget that dark colors attract heat.