Collection: Deodorant Starter Packs
Wondering if you need a starter pack?
If you're a newbie to natural deodorant, it's a great place to start!
Some people experience a 'transitioning period' when making the switch to natural deodorant. This has also been called the 'detox process'.
It's a short 2-4-week period where your body gets rid of the toxins it once held, especially if you were using antiperspirants that contain aluminium salts which block your sweat glands.
When you stop using them, you stop blocking your sweat glands. As a result, you may sweat more for a short period of time and notice you're a little smellier than usual.
Don't stress or give up! Give your body the chance to detoxify as you allow it to 'breathe' again. It gets so much better. Your armpits will love you for it!
However, as everyone's body chemistry is so different, you may or may not even notice body odour. If you do, here's a few tips to help speed up your body’s natural detoxification process:
- Take your natural deodorant with you and reapply (a tiny amount) if needed.
- Use a loofah, mitt, or body brush in the shower and gently exfoliate your armpits.
- Avoid wearing synthetic clothing as studies suggest it breeds odour causing bacteria! Cotton, bamboo or linen are great choices.
- Apply a natural clay mask to your armpits at least once per week for a couple of weeks. We LOVE the Raw Bentonite Clay Mask from The Bentonite Co, which is 100% Australian Bentonite Clay sourced from a deposit near Lake Mungo, NSW. And, if you have any leftover you can use it as a facemask, it's brilliant!
