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Dr Organic is committed to creating unique, natural products which are functional by design and formulated to capture the key active properties within each of the ingredients used.The products utilise only the finest and organic raw material wherever possible. Sourced from around the world with every single ingredient is rigorously tested to ensure that it conforms to strict quality guidelines. Combined with the latest scientific methods of extraction, Dr. Organic products ensure that active compounds are retained to create products that are truly functional.

 

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Most people may not be able to differentiate between Deodorants or Antiperspirants since they are both believed to be some sort of ‘sprays’ that perform the same duty. Well, they might be similar in some ways but they are both totally unique and different entities. At the end of this article, you should be able to identify which one of the two you are most comfortable in, so let us go ahead and dig right in.

 

To begin with, let us differentiate between the two terms. Deodorant is a substance applied to the body to prevent body odor caused by the bacterial breakdown of perspiration in armpits, feet, and other areas of the body while Antiperspirant is a substance that is applied to the skin, especially under the arms, to prevent or reduce perspiration.

 

How do they work?

Deodorant: Our armpits are home to many sweat glands, creating two warm and tucked-away spots where bacteria can thrive. To make our armpits a little less bacteria-friendly, deodorants contain ingredients that are acidic or salty. No bacteria to mix with the sweat means no smell. Some deodorants also contain fragrance or perfumes to mask unpleasant body odors.

Antiperspirant: Check the label of most antiperspirant, and you’ll find aluminum compounds as the active ingredients. These compounds absorb into the skin, temporarily plugging up the sweat ducts, stemming the flow of sweat. That “plug” only lasts for a little while, so that’s why people have to reapply antiperspirant to keep dry.

Which one should you use?

Most products include both antiperspirant and deodorant ingredients hence you may not even be thinking too much about your decision to use one or the other. It all comes down to personal choice. Decide based on your personal needs. First, consider which sweat side effect you want to deal with: the wetness or the smell – or both?

What does deodorant do?

There are around 1 million bacteria per square centimeter on our skin. Deodorants work to reduce this number of bacteria by either killing it off completely, or slowing its reproduction. The strength of the antimicrobial ingredients will play a part in how long you stay odor-free. The fewer bacteria, the less smelly your sweat!

One of the biggest benefits of using a deodorant is the ease of use and the versatility. Deodorants are available as sticks, roll-ons, creams or sprays and they aren’t just for the underarms! Many deodorant products can be applied to the feet or other ‘smelly’ areas. Another benefit is the antibacterial ingredients in deodorants work to reduce harmful bacteria.

What does antiperspirants do?

If soggy shirts and sweaty pits are your primary concern, you’ll want to explore a extra strength antiperspirant. Antiperspirants are effective in eliminating odor because they stop up the bacterias food supply (protein packed sweat). The chemicals in antiperspirant formulas are designed to “plug up” the pores of your underarms, preventing sweat from escaping. Antiperspirants becomes a kind of temporary ‘plug’ near the top of the sweat glands. This blocks or contracts the sweat glands, reducing the amount of sweat that can escape to the pores on the skin. No sweat means those fats and proteins can’t reach the skin and react with bacteria. And that means no smell!

Like deodorant, most antiperspirants are available in many forms, such as sticks, roll-ons, towellettes, gels or creams. Antiperspirants are best applied to affected areas after bathing, while the skin is clean and sweat-free. It’s also best to apply antiperspirants at night when sweat glands are less active

Antiperspirant vs Deodorant: When to Use What

What’s better for your situation? Deodorant or Antiperspirant?

1. Do you just want to get to the end of the day without smelling foul?

Your choice of deodorant should do the trick. Some deodorants have a longer lasting fragrance, but most will be able to control odor for the average sweater.

2. Soggy underarms cramping your style?

Reach for a reputable antiperspirant. Antiperspirants are the only thing that can really reduce your sweating. If you have an excessive sweating problem or struggle with hyperhidrosis, look for a strong antiperspirant that can control sweat without staining your shirts.

There you have. At the end of it all, it all comes down to personal preference. Visit any of our Goodlife stores, and we can carry on the conversation and help you pick out what you really need from our wide range of products.

From the moment we hit puberty, glowing pretty flawless skin is a unicorn we keep chasing. This being a digital era doesn’t make the journey any easier. We are served with photos of models with the perfect skin on a daily basis.

Having a flawless skin is not really a hard task.     What it requires is consistency. Here are a few daily tips to make your journey easier.

1. Clean your face before bed.

Not washing away the day’s grime? You’re asking for a breakout. The day’s make-up clogs your pores which causes break out. There are some nights when you are tired, had a long day and cleaning your face is pretty much the last thing on your mind. The best trick is to stash cleansing wipes on your nightstand for these nights. This way, you can avoid waking up to uncomfortable break outs.

2. Less is more.

Too many products can irritate and too many steps may tempt you to skip. When it comes to your skin, more is definitely NOT more. In other words, trying a bunch of different remedies at once won’t boost your chances of making the zit disappear — more likely, it’ll just wreak havoc on your skin and turn a teeny-tiny pimple into a red, blotchy mess.

3. Wash, then exfoliate.

When washing, first use a mild face wash to cleanse your skin. Then, lightly massage exfoliator onto your face. This may seem redundant, but before you exfoliate, you want a clean canvas, so that the exfoliant can focus on digging out the stubborn dirt and oil that are stuck deeper inside your pores.

4. Step away from your hands.

You know how you rest your face on your hand while you’re studying? That might be the reason for those blemishes on your cheek or jaw. You’re constantly touching things that have germs—anything from your phone to your locker—so putting your hands on your face for a long period of time can cause dirt and bacteria from anything you touch to get into your pores.

5. Change that pillowcase on a regular basis.

Not changing your pillowcases enough can also cause your skin to break out. Even if you wash your face every night, your pillowcases carry dirt and sweat from your hair, hands, and build up from the products you use on your face at night, which can clog your pores, so it’s a good idea to change them every few days.

6. You need to clean your phone, too.

If you’re seeing pimples on your cheeks or anywhere near the area where you hold your phone, they may be from those hour-long convos with your crush. Your phone picks up lots of dirt and bacteria (from your hands, your bag, the kitchen counter), which can then get transferred to your face when you’re chatting on the phone. Wipe your screen with an anti-bacterial wipe often to get rid of dirt and germs.

7. Know your skin type

We all have different skin types. It could be dry or oily, could be sensitive. This guides you to the type of products that will be good for your skin. It is recommendable to seek professional help from a dermatologist so as to avoid using products that may harm your skin.

It is the simple things we do to take care of our skin that create consistency in a flawless glowing skin. If followed on a daily basis, taking care of the skin becomes an easier process. Visit any of our branches and we will guide you on the right products as per your skin type.