Well the trial of
using the Fresh Apricot scented natural deodorant made by Tom's of Maine didn't
go as well as expected.
It smells nice, but
certainly doesn't keep you fresh and odour free for 24 hours as the packaging
boasts. I would say 6-8 at a push, and only if you don't get hot or do any
exercise.
It was an expensive
purchase at over £4 but I was impressed with the environmentally responsible
claims made on the back about sustainability, recycling and how the product
contained no artificial nasties, no aluminium and how they source all the
products.
The big problem for
me was that after using the product for a week, the skin under my arms started
peeling. I was a little surprised, because that's never happened before. I
didn't appear to have a rash as such, but the skin kept peeling off leaving the
remaining skin red and raw.
I had a look on the
internet trying to find out why this might be. Various sources suggested that
it might just be my body "adapting" while others suggested an
allergic reaction. I spoke to a friend
who is an experienced complimentary therapist. She looked horrified and simply said
"If something
takes your skin off, that's not a good sign!"
It reminded me of
something my dad told me when I was younger - just because something's natural,
doesn't mean it's good for you. Remember, stinging nettles are natural and so
is Deadly Nightshade!
I finally went on to
the website www.tomsofmaine.com and
read the reviews on the product. It seems I'm not alone, and this rather unpleasant side effect is a known problem.
I'm a little
disappointed, and for now I've switched back to my regular anti-perspirant. It
may not be perfect, but at least my skin will be intact!
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