I have been using only spray antiperspirant for a long time as it is much more convenient and faster than deodorant.. But I never thought about how harmful this kind of sweat odor removal can be.. I think there are a lot of people like me. And it made me think about this one little story that happened the other day.

My cat started to constantly cover her left eye, and I noticed that she was trying not to open it at all already.. Paying attention to this, I noticed that her eye was swollen, reddish. Fearing that this might be the beginning of some serious illness, I quickly took her to the vet..

It turned out that the cat developed the most common allergy, and what do you think? For spray antiperspirant! I made such conclusions by the method of elimination, since from what the veterinarian listed, in our house they use only such a deodorant.

Of course, the first thing I did when I got home was to throw out this antiperspirant and run to the store for a new regular deodorant, because the veterinarian warned that she prescribed the treatment for us, but if I continue to use this remedy, not only will the treatment. After all this history, I became interested in why such a reaction to antiperspirants is caused, what is included in them and how harmful they can be to our health.. And I started looking for all the information on the Internet, consultations with doctors, research results and so on.. I want to share this information with you.

Difference between deodorant and antiperspirant.

Nowadays, both men and women are well aware of the existence of a product that can protect us from the formation of sweat and unpleasant odors - this is a deodorant.. This popular and irreplaceable invention has gone through more than one stage of evolution for almost half a century.. One of them has antiperspirant on it.. Deodorant and antiperspirant differ in their effect and degree of protection.

The main function and task of the deodorant is to suppress the vital activity of bacteria living in the sweat glands.. It is these microorganisms that produce the smell that we want to get rid of, and which cosmetic fragrances mask well.. By applying the product, we thereby block the performance of bacteria, but do not reduce the production of sweat.

An antiperspirant is a product that can be used to block the production of sweat, thereby preventing the appearance of a specific odor.. After applying it, you will sweat significantly less or not at all.. This happens due to the organic salts of zinc and aluminum, which are part of the product..

Actually, these are the main differences, but there are also others, less significant:.

Antiperspirant works throughout the day, while deodorant works only for a few hours..

Deodorant can be used multiple times throughout the day, and antiperspirant can be used once..

Deodorants can be used on all sweaty areas of the body, while antiperspirants can be used only under the armpits..

In fact, these are all their differences, but there are many more nuances..

Deodorants are produced in various formats, and you choose the most convenient for you:.

• sprays, ball (roller),.

•pencil (dry stick),.

• gel,.

•cream.

It is noteworthy that pencils (dry sticks) are produced only in the category " In the spray format, ball-roller, cream and gel samples, you can find both deodorants and antiperspirants, so when buying from a seller, it is still advisable to clarify what is in front of the buyer.

By the way, sweat sprays have several disadvantages that must be taken into account:.

• It is undesirable to use in public places, such as baths, changing room of the pool. The reason is simple - someone may have an allergic reaction to them.;

•After using them, irritations often occur;

•It ends pretty quickly.

But also pay special attention to the fact that if you use antiperspirant incorrectly or too often, ignoring deodorants, you can harm the body.. Increasingly, doctors say that this may be one of the causes of breast cancer in women.. When using an antiperspirant before significant physical exertion (gym, all types of baths, etc.). ) the skin loses its natural protection and becomes vulnerable to various infections. In addition, not being able to fully provide thermoregulation, the body experiences an additional load.. And in response to the application of some components, an allergic reaction may occur.. Most experts argue that the use of antiperspirants adversely affects the state of the renal, cardiovascular systems, that they are not safe for the central nervous system. Therefore, it is recommended to use it only in rare, extreme cases and to use deodorants more often..

After reading everything, thoughts arise whether it is worth using such tools at all.. Doctors have found a way out here and give some advice in case you want to give up deodorants and antiperspirants:.

Wear clothes made from natural fabrics. It shouldn't be too narrow..

Eat less spices, spicy and fatty foods.

Drink as little coffee as possible.

Watch your weight - the more weight, the more sweating.

I hope you can choose the most effective and least unhealthy product for yourself.. Watch your health!

Author: Chmil Victoria, administrator of the ABC for Parents branch on Levorberezhnaya.

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