I hope all is well, and everyone is having a great start to their week. I wanted to share with you a great product that was introduced to me by someone who has the same beliefs in natural and holistic healthcare.
About six months ago I was doing some research, and read an article on how toxic our everyday deodorants are. Almost all drugstore deodorants contain chemicals such as aluminum, fragrance, and sulfates/parabens for example. All of these harsh chemicals are put into our everyday household products. I myself suffer from terrible monthly cysts in my breasts before my period. They hurt very badly, and kept thinking of several ways to try and decrease the inflammation. I thought, "Hey let's research and find a non-toxic and natural deodorants....that actually work!" After researching several brands nothing worked or it was labeled "natural," but still contained terrible chemicals. Remember read your labels...it could still contain toxins, even if it says natural. Make sure the product says 100% natural or 100% organic in the ingredient list.
A friend of mine began selling a product line called, Ava Anderson Non-Toxic Products. I was very curious about this brand of house hold products, which are all 100% non-toxic! How awesome? I was thrilled. It's like a one-stop-shop. I can get my cleaning supplies, bath/body/hair products, baby products, candles, makeup, and even scents (roll on non-toxic perfumes, but we don't like the word because fragrance is bad!)
The first product I was able to test out was the deodorant. I was hesitant at first because I have such sensitive skin. Sometimes essential oils can irritate my skin. Almost all natural deodorants contain essential oils. Luckily I had zero problems with this. It smells like chocolate chip ice cream! To some that might be a no-no, but for myself I really enjoy it. I first apply the deodorant after I am completely dried off from the shower. Do not apply when there is moisturize still on your underarms. This can cause irritation. It lasts a good 10 hours before really needing to be reapplied. I would only reapply if you are going to be outside in the heat, working out, or are going some where special. Although I don't sweat terribly under my arms, it seems to contain my sweat to a minimum. I do know others who have tried this, and said at first it didn't help with their perspiration, but after using it for a week, their perspiration decreased. They think it is because your body is ridding if the toxins from the old deodorant. I myself noticed my cysts decreased, and it has never irritated my underarms or caused any irritation. Remember anything put on your skin is absorbed fully into your body! I highly suggest this non-toxic deodorant! It's awesome :)
http://www.avaandersonnontoxic.com/shop.aspx
