Does Natural Antiperspirant Exist?
More people are embracing natural and aluminum-free deodorants. But the question remains: is there such a thing as natural antiperspirant?
JULY 2022 | 5 Minute Read
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It’s hot, it’s sticky and I bet you’re sweaty! If you’ve found yourself reading this article, I know the one thing you’re looking for during crazy heatwave season, record breaking summer temperatures and sweaty situations is: relief.
I’m a naturally sweaty person (seriously, they call me “Madame Sweat” over on TikTok) and I also experience hot flashes (thank you menopause) so trust me when I say I know sweat. Thankfully for you, I’ve learned a thing or two over the years on how to manage excess sweat naturally and find that sweet, sweet relief we all crave during these times.
Before I give you my top tips to manage excess sweat, I think it’s important to remind everyone why we sweat, as believe it or not, sweat is a good thing.
Sweating (perspiration) is a natural bodily function that serves a very important main purpose: controlling and regulating body temperature. For a typical adult, body temperature can range from 97°F to 99°F (36.1°C to 37.2°C). It is normal for your body temperature to fluctuate throughout the day.
When your body temperature rises, your central nervous system triggers your sweat glands to begin the process of sweating to cool off. Sweat is made of 99% water and 1% salt and fat. When water in sweat evaporates, the surface of the skin cools, therefore regulating your body temperature.
It is normal and healthy for your body to sweat in certain situations such as:
Not sweating enough can be dangerous as your body can overheat leading to a heat emergency including: heat cramps, heat exhaustion and most dangerously, heatstroke.
Your diet can play a major role in how much you sweat. By being aware of the foods and drinks that may trigger excess sweat, you can reduce consumption or avoid them. These include:
Your clothing choices can make a big difference on whether you experience excess sweat and also how noticeable that sweat will be to others. I always recommend wearing natural fibers like cotton, linens and bamboo which are breathable and will not trap heat which causes more sweating. Opt for loose-fitting clothing when possible as it will contribute to breathability.
To hide sweat stains, choose darker fabrics over lighter ones (I especially love black) and larger patterns will also help conceal any sweat marks that may appear.
There are a few things you can do to help reduce your internal body temperature, which will reduce excess sweat. These include:
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Clean beauty industry maven and product developer Madame Sweat (Mary Futher) founded kaia naturals after spending 20 years working for global beauty companies. She now shares advice on modern hygiene etiquette for grooming, hosting, home and travel on Instagram, TikTok and her popular blog called The House of Hygiene.
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