Antiperspirants are a type of deodorant that contain aluminum-based compounds as the active ingredient, which temporarily block sweat pores and reduce the amount of perspiration that reaches the skin. Deodorants, on the other hand, work by increasing the skins acidity and eliminating armpit odor but not perspiration. Here are some positive and negative aspects of deodorants that contain antiperspirant:
Positive:
- They can help reduce sweating and keep the underarms dry.
- They can help control body odor by reducing the amount of sweat that bacteria can break down.
Negative:
- Some research suggests that aluminum-containing underarm antiperspirants, which are applied frequently and left on the skin near the breast, may be absorbed by the skin and have estrogen-like (hormonal) effects.
- There are concerns that if the skin absorbs these aluminum compounds, they can affect the estrogen receptors of breast cells.
- Some people may experience difficulty removing antiperspirant from their skin, which can cause it to build up and clog pores.
