Lafe's Cedar & Lime Natural Stick Deodorant is Paraben Free and Baking Soda Free with proven 24-Hour Protection using natural botanical essential oils without the use of harmful chemicals. Purely Natural and Non-toxic Ingredients: extra gentle formula doesn’t block sweat glands and contains no aluminum salts or harmful chemicals.
Our Paper Barrel packaging contains NO plastic and is completely recyclable, compostable, and can be shredded in a paper shredder!
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Clinically Proven 24-Hour Odor Protection: Lafe's formula has undergone clinical trials to ensure effective sweat control throughout the day.
- Crafted from natural herbal ingredients to combat odor-causing bacteria at the source.
- Absorbs underarm sweat, keeping you dry and comfortable all day.
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- No stickiness or greasiness; won’t stain clothes.
- Infused with cedar and lime essential oils for a fresh, warm, and healing fragrance
- Cedarwood oil offers a clean, calming scent, while lime oil provides an invigorating, uplifting aroma
- Contains natural sunflower seed oil, coconut oil, and shea butter for moisturized, nourished skin
- Vegan product extracted from plant-based ingredients
- Suitable for all skin types, even the most sensitive skin
- Unisex fragrance
- Eco-friendly paper tube packaging—100% recyclable, compostable, or shreddable!
- Waterless formula for environmental sustainability
- Cruelty-free - no animal testing.
- Aluminum Free (no aluminum chlorhydrate).
- Non-GMO and gluten-free.
- Free from harmful ingredients including Propylene Glycol, Petroleum, Parabens, Phthalates, Triclosans, SLS/SLES/Sodium Laurel Sulfate, PEG Compounds, DEA/TEA/MEA, VOCs, FD&S Colors/Dyes
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Safe for pregnant and breastfeeding women, and children aged 8 and above.
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Originally imported from United States
Understanding the Difference Between Sweat Odor and Body Odor (B.O.):
Sweat Odor:
A systemic body odor that typically occurs in areas with excessive sweating or where sweat doesn’t easily evaporate, such as the armpits.
Often smells sour or acidic but can be effectively removed with regular bathing.
Body Odor (B.O.):
Also known as “axillary malodor,” it primarily affects the underarm area.
Unlike general sweat odor, B.O. has a more intense smell due to specific compounds in secreted sweat comes in contact with bacteria on your skin.
B.O. cannot be shifted to other areas through treatment. If you notice yellowish stains on your underarm clothing, it’s likely B.O.
The Science Behind Body Odor:
Sweat itself is odorless or has only a mild scent. The unpleasant smell associated with sweat, including B.O., is primarily caused by bacteria.
When proteins and fats in sweat interact with underarm bacteria, they produce foul-smelling compounds. This occurs because the large sweat glands in the armpits are overactive, leading to the breakdown of sweat components into ammonia and short-chain fatty acids—resulting in B.O.
B.O. often emerges during puberty due to hormonal changes stimulating oil and sweat gland secretion.
Just as bacteria cause food to spoil and emit odors, they play a similar role in B.O. formation.
How to prevent or minimize bad body odor through personal hygiene and lifestyle?
1. Dietary Considerations:
Avoid consuming strongly flavored foods such as garlic, onions, and alcohol.
2.Underarm Hair Removal:
Consider removing underarm hair or shaving it regularly to allow sweat to evaporate more quickly.
3. Daily Hygiene:
Take daily showers to keep the underarms dry and reduce the number of bacteria.
Use antibacterial shower products if needed.
4. Clothing Choices:
Opt for loose-fitting, moisture-wicking clothing and change clothes regularly.
5. Stress Management:
Stress can impact body odor, so try to reduce stress in your daily life.
Remember that everyone’s body is unique, and finding the right approach may involve some trial and error. These steps can help minimize body odor and promote overall freshness. 😊
A Gentle and Safe Solution for Sweat Odor and Body Odor:
Instead of blocking sweat, consider using natural deodorant products, such as Lafe's natural deodorant. They won’t interfere with your body’s natural cooling mechanisms and can reduce bacterial activity without compromising health.
When Is the Most Effective Time to Use Antiperspirant Products?
Before Sweating:
The most effective time to apply deodorant is before sweating occurs. Ideally, apply it after showering, when your skin is clean and dry.
Alternatively, in the morning, you can clean your underarms and then apply the deodorant.
After Sweating:
If you’re already sweating and want to quickly reduce sweat odor or body odor, follow these steps:
-Pat dry with a towel to remove sweat.
-Change into fresh, dry clothing.
-Apply Lafe’s Natural Deodorant, which contains antibacterial ingredients for faster results.
Beauty Tips & Usage
Apply the stick deodorant directly to your dry and clean armpit every morning.
Ingredients
Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil, Zea Mays (Corn) Starch, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter, Copernicia Cerifera (Carnauba) Wax, Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil, Santalum Album (Sandalwood) Oil, Citrus Aurantium Bergamia (Bergamot) Fruit Oil, Juniperus Virginiana Oil, Rosmarinus Officinalis (Rosemary) Leaf Extract, Jojoba Esters, Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Extract, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Extract, Aloe Barbadensis Flower Extract, Glycine Soja (Soybean) Oil, Tocopherol, Zinc Ricinoleate, Fragrance.