I've just starting using 2 parts Bicarb Soda with 1 part Corn Flour and it works unbelievably well. I bought a cheap shaving brush and brush the powder on each night after I have a shower (in the shower to save mess). The effects last well into the next day. Even after an sweaty afternoon workout there is still no odour. The girlfriend and I are equally delighted (if not amazed)!

Wow, what an amazing article, thankyou for possibly saving me from either breast cancer or Alzheimer’s, or both!! Even if there is only some truth to it, you have convinced me to never again use antiperspirants/deoderants containing Al again. Hopefully I can also convince my friends and family!

Hi Yes I have know of this for fifteen years. I use a few differrent natural brands that work well for me. Unfortuntaely me teenage sons have tried all the natural ones I could find as well as a home made mix and they say they still smell so they are using a supermarket brand with A1 in it. can any one help? suggest one they have found works for swetty teens. cheers Debra Sydney Aussie

I found the natural stone in France that works very well for me.

My issue with natural deodorants is that they leave residue on clothing - especially darker/black clothing. It is most inconvenient to to have expensive clothing soiled for the sake of going au naturel with baking soda & the like.

I personally like an aromatic deodorant. Inasmuch as I understand the purpose of natural deodorants, it appears here that we're given the down sides of over the counter deodorants, but given little workable alternatives in this regard. There is little information concerning natural deodorants that are not cosmetically/apparel offensive, have pleasant fragrances and actually do the job.

Thank you for any information provided.

There is a whole natural herbal deodorant made by a company called SUNRIDER.
If this would not help they have some other stuff that is sure to help anyone... also natural. If you want more info please send me a mail: hfenneke@hotmail.com

i use a salt crystal deodorant stick than apply a roll on natural deodorant, some days when it is real hot in summer i do have to reapply so i always carry one in my bag, small annoyance but if it saves your life & sanity it is worth it !!

This
http://www.saje.ca/category_s/63.htm
is excellent. I couldn't believe I could wear shirts 2 or 3 times in a row. It sprays on wet, so you must let it dry - but 2 minutes of inconvenience is worth a neurotoxin-free body. It comes in a few scents, but 'Exotic' is my favourite - and is unisex. It leaves no residue on clothing. I discovered that the yellow stains in white shirts was from the 'toxic' drugstore antiperspirants.

Another option is tea tree oil. My very sweaty and athletic man uses it, as do I, and it eliminates odors very well.

Good luck!

I have used the Tom's brand and it does not leave you smelling fresh.

A friend from the British West Indies turned me on the home deodorant that they use very effectively and no body odor ever. daubing Milk of Magnesia on the armpits very light application. It works on me and my 24 year old son. No residue, no smell, and it works all day until you wash it off. Milk of Magnesia contains magnesium salts. I believe this is the same thing found in the rock "crystal" deodorant and other natural deodorant and at a fraction of the price if you buy generic name brands. All you need is cotton balls and Milk of Magnesia.

I use milk of magnesia, applied with my fingertip, and find that it works great! Never had body odor, even after intense sweating, and I've been using it for over a year. It's also much cheaper, as the bottle lasts for a very long time.

The problem is that if you have an odor problem, this issue of what to do is not an easily solvable one. I've spent COUNTLESS dollars on many, many brands I've found in my local natural food stores, but not one has kept me from smelling like a football team by 2:00 pm. As a woman, this is very difficult to deal with, especially if you are in business and need to smell "socially acceptable."

I will try some of the suggestions here, maybe I won't have to keep going back to the AI brand that actually works.

Living in Northern Colorado, and being very conscious of what I put on and in my body, I have found a deodorant that is made from a rain forest extract that has no harmful chemicals and is made by a company in Aurora, Colorado. It has a light all-spice scent which after it dries, is mostly odor-less. I buy it by the gallon and sell it to friends and family(8 oz. for $10 which lasts over 2 months depending on usage). A way better deal than the stuff in the store and safer too. You will still sweat. As a yoga teacher, I use it in the morning and after yoga classes to freshen up. It is safe on materials like clothing and I have even used it to freshen my sheets. You will love it. If you want to try it call me, 970-576-8022. If you don't like it, you may have your money back. If you do like it, you know where to get it!!
Ingredients, Rain Forest Extract (as anti-wetness agent)and All-Spice Extract, SD Alcohol 40-2, DI Water, Frangrance, Propylene Gycol. You may google propylene Gycol and find that it is safe for use and Propylene glycol does not cause sensitization and it shows no evidence of being a carcinogen or of being genotoxic.

I also use Extra Virgin, Cold Pressed, Coconut Oil sometimes if I find my underarm need moisturized. Coconut Oil also helped heal the skin under my arms after having used over the counter deodorants for many years that damaged my skin. Coconut oil is a natural antiseptic, moisturizes the skin (armpits too) and does not block pores. It is actually very nice deodorizer, but you must apply frequently and regularly, especially after exercise. You can brush your teeth with it and your teeth will be bright and shiny. google cold pressed coconut oil and learn about how wonderful it is for your skin and other uses. It is available on-line and in healthy food markets.

i find that another factor in body odor is digestion. so it's not necessarily the amount of sweat but what's in your sweat. i find that animal products make my body odor worse.

I've been a raw foodist for a little over a year now and never use deodorants anymore, simply because I have no need for them.

I also have no need for creams or shampoo anymore. I've come to the realization that just about every product out there is related to the fact that we like to treat our bodies like trash cans.

After many years and dollars trying in vain to find a natural deodorant that works, I have finally found an organic deodorant that actually does work. I am thrilled! It's from an Australian company called MiEssence, and it uses certified ingredients except for the bicarb of soda. I can't recommend it highly enough.

For quite a while I used natural deodorants and salt crystals. Then I switched to simply baking soda because it was easy to find, less expensive and natural. I actually just sprinkle it in my hand and rub it on my skin as needed. Internally, chlorophyll has a deodorizing effect. Baking soda also works great for cleansing the hair/scalp from build up etc.

Check organicaction.mionegroup.com for a certified organic deodorant that is safe to use. No Propylene glycol etc and it works! We've been using it since springtime and other than some yellow stains which wash out, we actually sweat where we are supposed to. Be careful of the ingredients in deodorants, even "natural" one's. Don't judge this until you do the research and please look at our site. The info is all there with ingredients. If you have any further questions feel free to contact us off the website and we'll be happy to forward you a presentation on skin health care analysis and another called "Dirty secrets of the cosmetic industry" that will absolutely open your eyes and save your life. Please don't judge this statement until you've seen these presentations.

I use spray on Magnesium Chloride and it works great for me and it is also good for you because many diets are lacking in magnesium.

Hi I had experienced first stage breast cancer when I was 23 years old and the cause was never known. But reading this article has given me food for thought. I always used antiperspirants but have now found other and better alternatives such as; Aloe Vera deodorant, Jason Aloe Vera deodorant and Green People Aloe Vera deodorant

I have been using the rock and Naturally Fresh Roll On for about 6 months now and while it was VERY difficult to adjust to at first...I love it now. I do have to apply several times throughout the day but it's worth it and I'm definitely going to give the milk of magnesia a shot. My son has turrets and adding magnesium to his diet has almost completely eliminated his tics.

It's been well over a year since I've used "traditional" deodorant. I've switched to Young Living Essential oils and am completely satisfied with the results.

I also stopped to use "traditional" deodorants years ago and switched to all natural deodorants from http://lavanila.com

I believe that natural deodorants future is brighter, than "traditional" body products, because they are organic, healthy and safe for our environment. If we "Know the enemy, know yourself, and victory is never in doubt"

I have read each and every comment and I am going to try them to see which one will work for me. Thank you for all your comments and when I am ready I will comment too.

The author mentions the accumulation of aluminum in the brain. However, he/she does not say whether or not it ever dissipates. Meaning, is the amount of accumulation always going to be permanent? Does stopping the use of Al products just stop further accumulation, prevent less accumulation, reverse the accumulation, and/or eventually cure the accumulation. THIS is something that I would have found most informative. I understand that after reading this it would be irresponsible for anyone to continue using products with Al, but it would be nice to know if the damage is possibly already done. Maybe the accumulation has already reached the point needed to manifest into cancer/alzheimers at a later stage in life?

I have been using all natural deodorant for a while now. I purchase it from http://www.Lavanila.com due to their selection on everything from all natural lip butter to lotions

Toms of Maine and Arm and Hammer deoderants did not work for me. The Milk of Magnesia trick works. I buy the plain store brand one that is just magnesium hydroxide and water. I pour a little in my hand and apply to my underarms and then I use a little
corn starch powder and I am smell free all day and even after the gym. Bye bye aluminum and smelly pits!

Milk of Magnesia works great!! Much better than any antiperspirant or deodorant I have used. By the way, propylene glycol is antifreeze, so don't use anything with that in it :)