Why use aluminium free deodorants?
Friday 25th September 2009 11:30am
Aluminium chloryhdrate is a common ingredient in most deodorants. Although aluminium itself is widely distributed in the natural environment, it is the synthetically extracted soluble forms that can be toxic to our bodies.
Aluminium in these readily absorbable forms finds it's way into our bodies through cosmetics, deodorants, antacid medications, baking ingredients, cookware and fluoridated tap water. It can enter our bodies through the digestive tract, lungs and skin. Deodorants are frequently applied directly to the skin and are breathed into the lungs hence providing two paths of absorption for aluminium in the body.
Gastrointestinal disturbances, poor calcium metabolism, nervousness, headaches, memory loss, softening of the bones and altered kidney / liver function are some of the outcomes which may result from an overload of aluminium in the body.
Avoiding cosmetics and personal hygiene products that contain these compounds is one simple way of limiting the amount of aluminium we absorb. The Herb Valley range of aluminium free deodorants and antiperspirants are the perfect alternative and have proved themselves popular throughout Australia. There are a range of fragrances to choose from for both men and women, including Native Australian Flower and Fresh Spice. The Herb Valley brand was established in 1985 and is proudly Australian.
This information and advice is not a substitute for qualified medical advice.
Please consult a properly qualified health care practitioner.
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