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Do you worry about odor, especially in summer when you sweat a lot? Consider getting a sustainable deodorant this summer! Here is a list of various brands with different features that could help you find your favorite.
Highness specializes in deodorant products made with persimmon tannin extract
Highness is a Japanese brand specializing in deodorant items. The main ingredient is persimmon tannin extract, which kills odor-causing bacteria in the underarms and sweat. In Japanese history, people have used persimmon as a natural deodorant for a long time.
In addition to its deodorizing effect, Highness commits to being gentle on the skin. Their deodorant cream is free of synthetic fragrances, silicone and petroleum-based surfactants, which can be harsh on the skin. Highness also strives to reduce its environmental impact. To avoid over-packaging, they use tube-type containers. They plan to introduce bio-plastic made from sugarcane-derived raw materials in the future. The stylish and compact package design is another reason for its popularity.
Athletia’s deodorant mists give you a cool and refreshing feeling
Athletia is a Japanese skincare and lifestyle brand that embraces clean beauty as its corporate philosophy. Athletia’s deodorant mists kill odor-causing microorganisms by working on the bacteria in the sweat. They contain menthol, which gives it a cool and refreshing feeling, helpful for hot summer days. The fragrance of natural plant essential oils, such as juniper berry, eucalyptus, lemon and cedarwood, are refreshing and calming.
To minimize environmental impact, Athletia also collects used containers at their stores. For each container, 10 yen is donated to their partner organization, the Nature Conservation Society of Japan.
A.o.e organic cosmetics’ cruelty-free deodorants lighten your skin
A Japanese organic skincare brand, a.o.e organic cosmetics, produces cruelty-free deodorant sticks and powder which can also function as a foundation. The deodorant sticks contain clay powder, which enhances their antiperspirant power. The deodorant powder helps to relieve sticky skin in the summer humidity and keeps your skin feeling silky smooth.
Their deodorants minimize the appearance of pores and wrinkles with their foundation function. A.o.e organic cosmetics is a great option for those who want to make their underarms lighter.
Ethique produces vegan and plastic-free deodorant bars
The New Zealand brand, Ethique, is popular in many countries as an eco-friendly brand. Their deodorant bars are cruelty-free and vegan, and you can get them in Japan. Magnesium hydroxide and bamboo extract absorb sweat and excess sebum and suppress odor-causing bacteria. Jojoba and sweet almond oil keep your underarms silky smooth.
There are unscented bars and also ones with refreshing fragrances with lemon and eucalyptus or sweet fragrances with lavender and vanilla. Ethique is perfect for those who are looking for a vegan, plastic-free deodorant.
Enjoy the summer with a more eco-friendly deodorant that is comfortable for your body and mind!
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