Aluminum is one of those rare metals which are toxic for human body. Unfortunately, aluminum can be absorbed by our skin cells as well. Many of us have to use body sprays, deodorants and antiperspirants especially during summer. During summer, our body tends to sweat more so we have to use deodorants and antiperspirants to avoid the bad smell caused by body sweating. Most of us are not aware that most of deodorants and antiperspirants contain aluminum in them. When our skin is exposed to these antiperspirants and deodorant sprays, Aluminum is coated on the surface of our skin. This aluminum is then free to be transferred to the inner side of your body. A continuous exposure to such deodorants and antiperspirants can cause Alzheimer’s and brain disorders. In addition to that, such aluminum sprays can also cause breast cancer.
So Aluminum free deodorants and aluminum free antiperspirants should be used to avoid health hazards. Aluminum can cause neurological and respiratory problems. Aluminum Oxide is a key component of deodorants and antiperspirants. It is a powerful astringent which closes pores and stops sweat and odor. Although this looks like a good thing to you but remember if those toxins which cause odor doesn’t leave the body, what will happen to your inside system. It will remain contaminated because the toxins will unable to leave your body. This will weaken your immune system and viruses and bacteria will be free to harm your body. For this reason, deodorants and antiperspirants are linked to various health problems. Although aluminum free deodorants might not be as effective but they can still occupy odor by their fragrance. You can also use natural fragrance like usage of flower extracts. Staying clean by taking frequent baths also helps and you won’t even need aluminum free deodorants or aluminum free antiperspirants.
Comment from Scholar
Time May 13, 2009 at 8:07 am
One of my friends have started a campaign to track use of aluminum in food related areas. Aluminum is extremely dangerous for human being. Once, it is in blood, it goes to your brain and then stays there causing various problems. If aluminum exposure is long term then it can even cause tumors.