"Body odor is caused by bacteria, which need moist environments to grow and proliferate. A good deodorant should include ingredients that control bacteria and help to control wetness (again, they won't stop sweating like an antiperspirant would, but they can help absorb some of the moisture). Bacteria Control: You'll want to look for things like zinc oxide, magnesium hydroxide, pre- and probiotics, or alpha hydroxy acids."
"Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) is also often used for this, though it's a common skin irritant in many people, so more brands are shying away from it. If you've ever had a reaction to a deodorant, especially a natural one, it could be from baking soda. Moisture Control: Most deodorants will also include some type of ingredient to help soak up wetness, though won't completely stop sweating."
Body odor results from bacteria thriving in moist environments, so effective deodorants include ingredients that control bacteria and reduce wetness rather than stop sweating. Antibacterial options include zinc oxide, magnesium hydroxide, pre- and probiotics, and alpha hydroxy acids. Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) can control odor and moisture but commonly causes skin irritation, so people who react to deodorant may be sensitive to it. Moisture-absorbing ingredients include arrowroot powder, tapioca starch, corn starch, diatomaceous earth, and kaolin clay. Skin-friendly additives can include niacinamide, vitamins, shea butter, coconut oil, and hyaluronic acid. Fragrance often uses essential oils, but fragrance-free options suit sensitive skin.
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