Avoiding Toxicity

Did you know that every day you’re exposed to thousands of toxins and chemicals? There are over 10,000 chemical ingredients, some of them known or suspected carcinogens, in soaps, shampoos, lotions, make-up and beauty products, and other personal care products. One of the most harmful chemicals that both men and women put on their bodies is deodorant.

When you think about it, it makes sense. Deodorant is a product that inhibits your body’s natural secretion of toxins. An antiperspirant and deodorant will clog your skin follicles so that you’re not able to sweat as much as your body requires. On top of inhibiting your body’s natural cleansing and detoxifying process, deodorants and antiperspirants also release tons of harmful chemicals into our bodies.

Most deodorants are a chemical concoction of unholy body burden. In other words, there’s a ton of problematic chemicals inside that are linked with chronic disease you would rather avoid. So let’s get down to brass tacks. Deodorant fights odour by killing bacteria and providing a covering scent while antiperspirants use an aluminum compound to stop up sweat glands temporarily. The controversial gland-plugger aluminum has constantly been under attack for breast cancer and other risks but it is of concern especially to those with kidney disease since the aluminum is cleaned out through the kidneys.

Another problematic ingredient inside deodorant is parabens. Parabens are those sneaky little f*ckers linked to cancer, developmental and reproductive toxicity. In fact, they are typically found inside breast cancer tumors. Parabens are used in cosmetics to prevent mold, yeast, and bacteria from forming. And they are used in cosmetics to give the product a longer shelf life. Are there alternatives? Yes. But parabens are cheaper to use and allow the product to stay on the shelves for years and years and years…until it’s sold. So this is why cosmetic companies use them.

What to avoid-

• Propylene glycol
• Triclosan (or triclocarban)
• Aluminum
• Silica
• Parabens
• Formaldehyde
• Fragrance (can contain any of thousands of chemicals and ingredients are not listed individually)
• Triethanolamine and Diethanolamine (TEA and DEA)
• Talc (can contain asbestos)
• Petroleum
• Isobutane
• FD & C colors

Geo Wellness Deodorant –

This deodorant is a hard working aluminium free roll on. Made with powerful natural and organic antibacterial ingredients that are gentle on the skin.

This neutralises the bacteria which cause unpleasant body odour, and inhibits them. Packed full of essential oils, minerals and extracts, this product is suitable for all skin types and provides long-lasting protection.