In the grocery store, there are several different types of deodorants. Some are antiperspirants. Some say that they’re free from this or that. There are “natural” options, which are often just a greenwashed brand of a more familiar and bigger company. Then there are different scents. All at different price points.
You just want to smell fresh and prevent some sweating.
It shouldn’t be this hard.
That’s where SomaLeaf comes in. We designed a simple and affordable deodorant that WORKS.
But we want to help you understand why we made our Hemp+Essential Oil Infused Whole Body Deodorants.
To learn more, keep reading this blog. We’re going to cover the 10 things you need to know.
Let’s dive in.
1. Conventional deodorants contain harmful chemicals
When you go to the grocery store and pick a stick of deodorant off the shelf, that product is made by a huge corporation that only cares about making as much money as possible without upsetting consumers. This means that they will use ingredients in their formulas that they know cause harm because it’s cheaper, or has faster results (but with consequences).
Then, when caught, they will often drag their feet on correcting the error. This is what happened with aluminum.
Aluminum exposure has been linked to cancer, hormonal issues, bone disease, cognitive decline, and more. [1, 2, 3, 4]
And to think… there are still plenty of deodorants TODAY that contain aluminum, allowing consumers who may not be privy to this information to apply aluminum onto their most sensitive skin every day.
SomaLeaf’s Whole Body Deodorants only contain ingredients that benefit the health of you and your skin.
2. Conventional deodorant brands have been caught secretly using carcinogens
We think that most people would agree that what you put ON your body is just as important as what you put IN your body. That’s what makes findings like this so alarming. Especially since, when it comes to deodorants, it’s being applied to the most sensitive parts of your body. Research shows that your skin will absorb a high percentage of harmful chemicals, with sensitive areas such as the armpits having a 100% absorption rate! [5, 6, 7]
Large cosmetic companies like to argue that these chemicals don’t absorb into the blood, so it’s okay. But those chemicals still absorb into layers of your skin, damaging the tissue.
Would you ingest all of the ingredients in your current deodorant? If the answer is no, then maybe you shouldn’t be putting it on your body every day.
Because with SomaLeaf’s Whole Body Deodorants, you CAN (and probably have) consumed each of their ingredients.
But this isn’t the case with conventional, store-bought deodorants…
In 2021, deodorant and antiperspirant companies were CAUGHT using deadly chemicals in their formulas.
In 2021, over 30 deodorant companies (the names of which you would certainly recognize) had a major recall because high levels of benzene – a cancer-causing chemical – were found in their products. [8]
But they didn’t issue the recall because it was a mistake… They issued the recall because they were CAUGHT by an independent lab, which then sent the data to the Food and Drug Administration (FDA).
The point?
Who even knows what’s in your store-bought deodorant? You could be putting extremely dangerous chemicals on your skin DAILY, and then your skin soaks it all up.
SomaLeaf decided to offer you a natural solution. Our Whole Body Deodorants allow you to feel fresh and smell good all day long WITHOUT the health risks.
3. Most “natural” deodorants are greenwashed
Greenwashing is a marketing tactic where a company will claim that their product is “natural,” or they’ll include some other buzzword, so that you think it’s a, well, natural product that is good for both you and the environment.
But due to a lack of regulation in the cosmetic industry, companies can get away with calling a lot of unnatural or harmful ingredients natural with no oversight or consequences. The definition of “natural” is subjective and for some, means that 95% of the product is natural, so that’s good enough (even if the other 5% are harmful ingredients).
Not to mention, some natural ingredients are actually harmful, such as talc. This is a mineral commonly used in deodorants, but it’s harmful to the lungs when inhaled.
Many of these “natural” deodorants hitting the shelves are off-shoots of larger deodorant companies, trying to capitalize on the natural health movement without putting in the effort.
But at SomaLeaf, we do things differently…
4. SomaLeaf deodorants contain simple ingredients you can ingest
If you’re not sure about a cosmetic calling itself natural, turn to the ingredient list. You may not recognize some ingredients, but that doesn’t mean it’s bad. A quick online search will help you be a better judge of the product.
Here at SomaLeaf, you’ll know all of our ingredients.
Our ingredient list is short and familiar: MCT oil, cornstarch, baking soda, beeswax, and full-spectrum hemp oil extract.
For our scented deodorants, we include essential oils.
All of these ingredients could safely be ingested, and many may be in your kitchen right now! But keep reading, and we’ll cover why they’re such good ingredients for a deodorant.
5. Hemp is amazing for your skin
Hemp is essentially a version of weed that doesn’t get you high. It contains ALL of the important cannabinoids except for THC, the cannabinoid responsible for the psychoactive effects of weed.
All of these other cannabinoids, such as CBD, are amazing for your skin.
Compounds in hemp oil interact with receptors within the skin that directly affect skin homeostasis and barrier function – two critical factors that determine skin health. [9]
Sensitive skin? Hemp oil has got you covered! Hemp oil is a safe and effective way to improve several skin disorders, especially those caused by inflammation, such as eczema, psoriasis, acne, itchiness, and other inflammatory skin issues. [10, 11]
To top it off, it can make you look younger! Hemp oil has been found to be particularly effective as an antioxidant within the skin. As such, it can have visible anti-aging effects, such as reducing fine lines and wrinkles. [12, 13]
6. Hemp is a powerful deodorant ingredient
Alright, so hemp is good for the skin. That doesn’t necessarily make it the perfect deodorant ingredient, right? Anti-aging effects are cool until you remember that you put deodorant on your armpits.
Don’t worry – hemp is amazing for this as well.
Hemp is a powerful anti-bacterial and antifungal agent. In fact, these properties of hemp allow it to stave off common skin infections, including acne, rashes, and other ailments that can affect sensitive areas like the armpits. [14]
And to think, it’s doing all of this while providing the skin benefits above!
7. MCT oil is also an important deodorant ingredient
But remember, hemp isn’t even the only ingredient in SomaLeaf’s Whole Body Deodorants.
Multi-chain triglyceride (MCT) oil is a type of fat found naturally in foods like coconuts. It’s easy for your body to digest and is often used as a supplement to help with weight loss, energy, and brain health.
But it benefits the skin, too!
MCT oil has powerful antimicrobial and antifungal effects, meaning that it protects the sensitive skin prone to bacteria buildup where you sweat most. [15, 16, 17]
It also moisturizes the skin, helps heal wounds, and protects the skin from disease! [18]
8. Cornstarch and baking soda are key for a natural deodorant
You definitely recognize these two ingredients, and they’re in our deodorants for the same reasons they’re in your kitchen.
Just like in your baking, cornstarch is a natural way to thicken formulas and create a smooth, velvety texture that glides easily onto the skin.
And baking soda is nature’s deodorizer. This is why it’s in your fridge, soaking up all the bad smells! When it comes to your body, baking soda neutralizes the acid in sweat and eliminates underarm bacteria to prevent body odor from forming.
9. We use high-quality essential oils for fragrance
We offer an unscented deodorant for those looking to stay fresh without changing their scent or affecting those around them (some people are really sensitive to smells).
But currently, we also offer two other scents: Lavender and Bergamot & Ginger. These are infused with high-quality essential oils that only add more benefits to our deodorants.
These include:
Increases collagen levels – Lavender oil has been shown to keep the skin clear of conditions like acne while increasing wound healing and the production of collagen within the skin. [19, 20, 21]
Happier skin – When applied to the skin, ginger has been shown to reduce the damage caused by the sun’s UV rays and slow the signs of skin aging thanks to its powerful antioxidant properties. [22]
Calming – Bergamot oil has been shown to calm the skin by boosting immunity and lowering inflammation, while the scent of the oil has been found to reduce feelings of stress and anxiety. [23, 24]
10. Beeswax seals it all in for maximum benefits
Beeswax forms a protective barrier on your skin that locks in moisture and the good ingredients mentioned above while protecting against unwanted bacteria. This makes it the perfect addition to any deodorant that is truly natural. Beeswax also boosts vitamin A levels – a key vitamin in skin healing. [25, 26]
It’s time to try a REAL natural deodorant
With our simple ingredient list, you can trust that SomaLeaf’s deodorants are the real deal when it comes to natural deodorant.
Plus, every batch is third-party tested for quality assurance and to ensure a pure product.
You can really just try our deodorants. Our deodorants are covered by our 180-day money-back guarantee – meaning you can return your stick(s) within 6 months for any reason (even if they’ve been used) and you’ll receive a refund.
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