Comments on: The tale of two natural, vegan deodorants

By: Foodeater

Foodeater — Tue, 12 Aug 2008 22:37:49 +0000

Funny because for me I’ve found that of all the many natural deodorants I’ve tried, Tom’s is the only one that keeps me from getting too stinky. I like that it does not leave that awful white crap all over my pits or my clothes. I also like that there’s an unscented version that both keeps my own B.O. in check while not making me smell like a vase of sweat tinged flowers. Can’t stand any of that scented stuff!

By: Siel

Siel — Sat, 04 Feb 2006 07:29:10 +0000

I read somewhere that Koreans have the fewest sweat pores of all people — which I take to mean that I should be one of the least stinky, deodorized or not. As of yet, I can’t figure out if I really DO smell due to my distaste for conventional deodorant, or if I’m just imagining it –

By: anon

anon — Sat, 21 Jan 2006 06:26:53 +0000

sweat is not what causes body odor, it’s the bacteria that festers in that warm, damp area. However, the body does emit a special scent from there, and where else might you guess… that’s right, the groin. both these places are also key toxin disposal points (as far as i’ve read).
hm, if only people knew what “real pheremones” smelled like…
maybe i’m just a natural wonder, but washing under the arms with soap is enough to keep me smelling fresh for at least 24 hours (’til the next shower)

By: Siel

Siel — Sat, 07 Jan 2006 21:55:04 +0000

Hey Hippie Girl! Thanks for the deodorant tips! I’ll have to try this Jason, Herbs & Spice. I do have to agree — both deodorants mentioned above don’t last as long as the conventional stuff.

I’m stil not sure if I’ve just gotten too used to the aluminum, sweat-preventing stuff that basically keeps you from sweating — which def. prevents odor but is also v. unnatural — or if I need to keep looking for better deodorant…

In the meantime, I’m just applying more frequently ;)

By: Northwoods Hippie Girl

Northwoods Hippie Girl — Tue, 03 Jan 2006 20:39:52 +0000

I continue to be in a constant search for a natural organic deodorant that actually works!! To date I have tried both of the products listed above, neither worked for more than an hour or so. One great product that did work all day was Kiss my Face, Active Enzyme Deodorant, however whether it was the patchouli scent I chose or something else it caused a rash under my arms, bummer! Nature’s Gate, Organics Fruit Blend Deodorant works about 5 hours. The best I have found to date and the one I am currently using is Jason, Herbs & Spice Deodorant Stick. The Jason product will usually get me though an 8 hour shift at the grocery store where I work, but not much longer than that for sure!!

As to shaving to cut down odor, men, as a rule don’t shave and I don’t find that my male friends smell more or less stinky than I do. I will continue not shaving and continue the quest for the perfect natural organic deodorant!

The Northwoods Hippie Girl, living the very green life in Northern Wisconsin.