Charlottechicken Posted February 4, 2007 Share Posted February 4, 2007 Does anyone know of a good one? I haven't worn antiperspirant on a daily basis for quite a few years, and find I only need it for work (and I now only work 4 days a week ) or going out. I have tried Bionsen, but it wasn't strong enough for me As these aluminium free products are quite expensive, and before I get carried away buying loads of different ones, I wondered if anyone could recommend a good one? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted February 4, 2007 Share Posted February 4, 2007 I've tried all sorts. The Bionsen had the same effect on me . I've tried crystal ones too but ..... . Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlottechicken Posted February 5, 2007 Author Share Posted February 5, 2007 Which Bionsen did you try Kate? Was it the one where you add water to the spray bottle, a friend tried that one and said it was good but I bought the roll on for speed There must be a good aluminium free antiperspirant out there Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnnieP Posted February 5, 2007 Share Posted February 5, 2007 I'm going to be very and admit my ignorance now. Why should we be using aluminium free? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlottechicken Posted February 5, 2007 Author Share Posted February 5, 2007 It has links to breast cancer, Annie. The aluminium salts are absorbed by your skin and can mimic oestrogens, which may then cause the cancer. (that's a very simple explanation ) I don't think it is absolutely confirmed that it can, but it is one thing they are looking into with regard to causes of breast cancer. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Trish Posted February 5, 2007 Share Posted February 5, 2007 I've found plenty of Aluminium free deoderants but not an anti perperant that works. These might be worth a try if you don't want them every day of the week, pricey if you do http://www.perspi-patch.com/shop/shop.php?action=full&id=3 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louise Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 I have very bad metal allergies and find most anti perspirants give me a very bad rash The only one that doesn't so far is the dove sensitive but eventually it will stop working too None of the alternatives work for me either as I am very sweaty Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 Lush do a very nice powder anti perspirant, I think its called Powdry (or something similar). I am sure it must be aluminium free, but you could check on the website Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 I am watching this with interest. Someone must find something which works. Aluminium is also linked with Alzheimer's. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Merryn Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 I have used the rock crystals but they are a nuisance as you have to wet them. For about a year now I have used Naturally Fresh Deodorant Crystal roll-on. You can get it from the Alcohol Free Shop (http://www.alcoholfree.co.uk/index.php?cPath=3_22). It is brilliant but of course it is NOT an antiperspirant as that, along with aluminium, is what we should be avoiding. An antiperspirant clogs the pores. I don't think I smell but I do reapply the odo more often than once a day sometimes. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kannie Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 Aluminium is also linked with Alzheimer's. No, not any more its not. I work with aluminium, and so have checked this out. The Alzheimers Society say there is no link now (as do aluminium people, but then you'd expect that) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 OK! Thank you for the updated information. I guess I don't read the Alzheimer's Society newsletter so carefully any more (since MIL died) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
The Dogmother Posted February 6, 2007 Share Posted February 6, 2007 I have very bad metal allergies and find most anti perspirants give me a very bad rash The only one that doesn't so far is the dove sensitive but eventually it will stop working too None of the alternatives work for me either as I am very sweaty Louise, have you tried this company? scroll down for the deodorants. (I wanted to try their aloe vera conditioner, and saw that they did trial sizes, but didn't list one for that product, so I emailed them to ask whether they could supply a trial size. Lo and behold, a FULL SIZE of the product arrived the next day - no charge!!! It's fab by the way and I shall be buying one when this runs out. ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
AnnieP Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 Hmm. I'm not convinced on this one chaps. Here's a link: http://info.cancerresearchuk.org/healthyliving/cancercontroversies/deodorants/?a=5441 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cinnamon Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 Very interesting readin,Annie. Just goes to show the possible power of rumours Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 Which Bionsen did you try Kate? Was it the one where you add water to the spray bottle, a friend tried that one and said it was good but I bought the roll on for speed There must be a good aluminium free antiperspirant out there I've tried the Bionsen stick deodorant and the one which you add water to the crystals and neither worked on me, I'm afraid. I just don't like soggy armpits ! I've gone back to Sure. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helly Welly Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 I've tried Bionson as well Kate and found it absolutely useless! I can be a bit soggy too, at the moment it's just a good wash and body spray although i shall have to have a rethink in Summer as wet patches really show up on my Omlet t-shirt1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mrs Frugal Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 It's not an attractive look is it . It's also difficult to spend the day with your arms clamped to your sides ! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Helly Welly Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 I also tried Mitchum stick which did stop the damp patches but also coated everything in white sticky stuff, even though it claims to leave no white marks. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Charlottechicken Posted February 7, 2007 Author Share Posted February 7, 2007 Hmm. I'm not convinced on this one chaps.Here's a link: http://info.cancerresearchuk.org/healthyliving/cancercontroversies/deodorants/?a=5441 Well, that is good news Annie, and I am sure you have saved some of us a pretty penny too! The myth must have been around for years, I am sure I first heard about possible links with cancer about 10 years ago, just glad I didn't waste loads of money buying substitutes! I will happily wade through my supply of Sure with renewed confidence! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheilaz Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 ..except I thought the non aluminium case was connected to possible link with Alzeimer's? However, I don't think it's known whether absorption & deposits would be enough to have any effect whatsoever, but that's what makes me avoid it. I'm lucky that a non al. deodorant stick is enough for me, I don't know what choice I'd make if I perspired more. The best stick I had was an Aloe Vera one from a stall selling Forever Living products. Not cheap initially, but lasts, er, forever! Sorry to put a dampner on the topic. It's worth not cooking rhubarb in aluminium saucepans for this reason though. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 Aluminium is also linked with Alzheimer's. No, not any more its not. I work with aluminium, and so have checked this out. The Alzheimers Society say there is no link now (as do aluminium people, but then you'd expect that) On page 1 Sheila. I thought the same as you, but it seems this is no longer the theory. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Sheilaz Posted February 7, 2007 Share Posted February 7, 2007 I had scrolled back twice but still hadn't seen your post, Ginette. ...perhaps there's something in my one, makes me miss things? Thanks for the update, I hadn't heard that. I suppose I still like to feel the least I put on my skin the better, as long as I'm clean and don't smell. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Louise Posted February 8, 2007 Share Posted February 8, 2007 Thanks Clare but that contains zinc which I am even worse with - like a said it is a nightmare when you have metal allergies Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Lesley Posted February 8, 2007 Share Posted February 8, 2007 (edited) I had scrolled back twice but still hadn't seen your post, Ginette. ...perhaps there's something in my one, makes me miss things? Thanks for the update, I hadn't heard that. It's all that rhubarb you've eaten over the years Sheila! - all cooked in aluminium pans Edited February 9, 2007 by Guest Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
