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THE TRUTH ABOUT DEODORANTS, ANTIPERSPIRANTS - Pt 2
Best Deodorants for Women 40+ (and What to Avoid)
Hormone-Friendly - Aluminum-Free - Xenoestrogen-Conscious
This guide prioritizes-
- No aluminum
- No endocrine disruptors
- No inflammatory fragrances
- Options for sensitive skin, HS, menopause, eczema, or dryness
INGREDIENTS TO AVOID
These are not about fear - they simply don’t match the goals of hormone balance & gentle skin support.
1. Aluminum salts (any form)
- Aluminum chlorohydrate
- Aluminum zirconium
- Aluminum chloride
- Potassium alum (if you prefer ZERO aluminum)
2. Benzalkonium chloride
- Strong antimicrobial
- Shows estrogenic signals in research
- Can disrupt skin microbiome
3. Lavender or tea tree in daily products
- Laboratory evidence of estrogenic/anti-androgenic activity
4. “Fragrance” or “parfum”
Often includes phthalates or synthetic musks with endocrine-disrupting properties.
5. Triclosan
Hormone disruptor that also affects thyroid function.
BEST DEODORANT OPTIONS FOR WOMEN 40+
These give-
- Strong odor control
- NO aluminum
- Low endocrine-disruption potential
- Good for sensitive or menopausal skin
1. Magnesium-Based Deodorants (Top Choice for Sensitive Skin)
Why it works- Magnesium changes skin pH to make it unfriendly to odor-causing bacteria.
2. Zinc-Based Deodorants (Very Effective for Strong Odor)
Look for zinc oxide or zinc ricinoleate. Ricinoleic Acid is in Castor Oil.
Zinc binds odor molecules and reduces bacteria.
3. AHA Deodorant Serums (Great for Odor)
Use glycolic or lactic acid.
These lower skin pH so that bacteria can’t thrive.
4. Hypoallergenic Dermatologist-Approved Options
For eczema, HS, very reactive skin.
FitnHealthy Tip - Look for the simplest ingredient lists & lowest reactivity.
If You Want to Minimize Sweat (Without Aluminum)
- AHA serums - mildly tighten pores
- Wear breathable natural fibers
- Keep underarm microbiome balanced
- Shaving can help reduce bacteria buildup
- Other options - NOT FitnHealthy recommended (Botox, Iontophoresis, MiraDry)
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