Aluminum in Deodorant

[scarletpao]

What is "natural" deodorant and why is it important?
"Natural Deodorants" should not contain aluminum. However, most conventional deodorants on the market do contain aluminum which may be a factor in the development of breast cancer.

The National Cancer Institute says this on the matter:
"Aluminum-based compounds are used as the active ingredient in antiperspirants. These compounds form a temporary plug within the sweat duct that stops the flow of sweat to the skin's surface. Some research suggests that aluminum-based compounds, which are applied frequently and left on the skin near the breast, may be absorbed by the skin and cause estrogen-like (hormonal) effects (3). Because estrogen has the ability to promote the growth of breast cancer cells, some scientists have suggested that the aluminum-based compounds in antiperspirants may contribute to the development of breast cancer (3)...Additional research is also necessary to determine whether these chemicals can either alter the DNA in some cells or cause other breast cell changes that may lead to the development of breast cancer."

From:   Wild Rose Natural Weleda Deodorant Review from Nature's Basin

[highestshelf]

Between this, and perfume allergies, and living in isolation from natural and health stores, I Go natural. I still shave my underarm hair regularly but luckily it's not too thick so it's once in ten days. I have heard that shaving also makes women more vulnerable to the additives and they shouldn't use a man's deordorant.