Will deodorant destroy your microbiome?
Your microbial ecosystem is a vital part of keeping you healthy. Some people fear that certain toiletries like deodorant will destroy the ecosystem’s balance and make us unwell. But this is simply another one of those misconceptions about deodorant.
The fact is that, yes, deodorant, especially antiperspirant, impacts your body’s bacteria. That’s LITERALLY why we buy it. But there isn’t any evidence that this is an issue, and it’s one of the biggest misconceptions about deodorant. Trust us: GOOD bacteria do exist.
And don’t worry…If we happen to hear otherwise, we’ll let you know immediately!
