The Takesumi Bright Brightening Deodorant with Niacinamide is a product designed to address dark underarms, back and chest acne scars, dark knees, elbows, inner thighs, and bikini area. It is formulated without aluminum, baking soda, alcohol, parabens, or synthetic fragrances, making it suitable for sensitive skin. The key ingredients include niacinamide, alpha arbutin, potent fermentation extract, and aloe vera, which work to reduce inflammation, minimize irritation, and fight odor-causing bacteria. The deodorant is vegan, cruelty-free, and lasts up to three months. It is lightly scented with a luxurious velvet vanilla and pear fragrance and dries to a clear powder finish, without staining clothing. The product can also be used on the body following the kojic acid body bar in areas with dark spot pigmentation, chafing, friction, inflammation, and irritation. The ingredients include deionized water, propylene glycol, candelilla wax, arrowroot powder, and aloe leaf juice.
The Earth Mama Bright Citrus Deodorant and the Earth Mama Deodorant are natural and safe for sensitive skin, pregnancy, and breastfeeding. They contain organic calendula and grapefruit peel oil, and are free from aluminum, propylene glycol, and artificial chemicals. However, some users have reported that the deodorant did not last all day long.
Degree® antiperspirant and deodorant products contain aluminum salts as the active ingredient to control sweat and body odor. The European Commission’s Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety (SCCS) concluded that aluminum is safe for use in antiperspirants at the concentrations currently used. The fragrance ingredients used in Degree® products are carefully regulated by authorities and the International Fragrance Association (IFRA) .