28 Oct Why You Should Ditch Conventional Deodorants for Natural Alternatives

When it comes to making better product choices, there’s one daily essential many people tend to overlook: deodorant! Switching to natural deodorant alternatives is one of the simplest yet impactful changes you can make to benefit your health and the environment. Let’s take a look at why this switch is so important and how you can benefit from it.

What’s in Your Deodorant?

First, let’s dive into some of the not-so-great ingredients commonly found in conventional deodorants and antiperspirants and why you should avoid them:

• Aluminium Compounds: Often used to block sweat glands, aluminium can be absorbed by the skin and has been linked to potential health risks, like breast cancer.
• Parabens: These preservatives can disrupt hormone function and are found in many conventional beauty products, including deodorants.
• Synthetic Fragrances: While they may smell good, synthetic fragrances can cause skin irritation and allergic reactions, and their exact components are often undisclosed.
• Propylene Glycol: This petroleum-based ingredient can irritate the skin and has toxicity concerns.

Why go Natural?

Now that we know what to avoid let’s explore the benefits of embracing natural deodorant alternatives:

• Gentle on Your Skin: Natural deodorants contain fewer harsh chemicals and synthetic additives, making them a better option for sensitive skin. Ingredients like baking soda, arrowroot powder, and essential oils help neutralise odours without causing irritation.
• Effective Odour Control: Contrary to what you might think, natural deodorants are just as effective at combating odours as their conventional counterparts. They work by neutralising the bacteria that cause odour instead of blocking sweat, allowing your body to breathe and function naturally.
• Eco-Friendly: Many natural brands focus on sustainable packaging, which means less plastic waste. By making this switch, you’re contributing to a healthier planet.
• Better Ingredients: Natural deodorants often feature skin-loving ingredients like shea butter, coconut oil, and essential oils.

Deodorants are one of the most crucial sustainable swaps we can make because we apply these products so close to our lymph nodes. These glands help filter toxins and support immune function, making it especially important to avoid harmful chemicals that can disrupt their natural processes. By choosing natural alternatives, you’ll minimise your exposure to nasty chemicals and reduce your environmental footprint by using fewer synthetic ingredients.

Our Ingredient Policy

At Faithful to Nature, we believe that everyone should have access to better natural and sustainable choices. That’s why we check every product ingredient to ensure it is clean, toxin-free and better for you. We evaluate every product against our Better Product Pillars: Health, Environment, and Social Impact, empowering you to shop with confidence, knowing that every item you choose is beneficial for you, the planet, and our communities.

Top Product Picks

Ready to make the switch to natural deodorant alternatives? Explore some of our top-selling products that customers love:

Earthsap Wild Rose & Vanilla Roll-On Deodorant

• Feminine all-natural deodorant
• Free of harsh synthetic ingredients and toxins
• Made with real rose and vanilla oils in a base of coconut and soybean extract.

Earthsap East India Islands Mens Roll-On Deodorant

• Natural, biodegradable deodorant formula
• Made with a blend of skin-friendly ingredients and fragranced with essential oils
• A pleasantly spicy signature scent with notes of cinnamon, cloves, aniseed and a dash of citrus.

Salt of the Earth Crystal Classic Deodorant Rock

• Multi-award winning, fragrance-free crystal deodorant
• Doesn’t block pores or sweat glands
• Works by creating an invisible antibacterial layer on the surface of the skin, preventing body odour. 

Simply Bee All-Natural Roll-On Deodorant

• Natural roll-on deodorant, ideal for sensitive skin
• Made with a mix of essential oils like lemongrass, lavender and neroli. 
• Contains antibacterial tea tree, neem and lavender to neutralise bacteria.

Pure Beginnings Forest Fresh Mint Deodorant

• Certified Organic roll-on deodorant
• Refreshing aroma of organic peppermint and spearmint
• pH balanced to provide a healthy environment for the skin to flourish and breathe.