Mama Mio Oh Natural Pregnancy Deodorant 70 ml | Aluminium Free Underarm Balm | Gentle and Pregnancy Safe | 100 Percent Natural Feel Good Fragrance

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Magnesium hydroxide aids in neutralizing odor causing bacteria, while cyclodextrin, a sugar-based ingredient, slowly releases additional scent throughout the day. This power-duo keeps unpleasant odors at bay all day long. Keep In Mind There are a lot of changes that happen to your body when pregnant. The hormone shifts that happen during pregnancy can cause some women to sweat more than usual. Some women also notice a change in the smell or odour of their sweat when pregnant. With all these changes, having a good smelling deodorant on hand can be very helpful. Deodorants can help keep you smelling good all day so that you never have to worry about your body odors or any excessive sweating. Especially concerning for pregnant women, phthalates can cross the placenta and have been shown to impact fetal development, and phthalate exposure is associated with a shorter duration of pregnancy -so you'll want to be sure to avoid any deodorants with phthalates or the word "fragrance" in the ingredient list. Fragrances However, whether or not aluminum in antiperspirants actually increases the risk of breast cancer is still not clear as there have been very few studies examining this issue directly. Of the studies that have been done, there have been conflicting results with some showing increased risk, and some not. The most recent study done in 2017, which was a case control study, did show an increased breast cancer risk in those using deodorant or antiperspirant.

During pregnancy you may experience changes in sweat smell and increased sweating, especially at night. Are you worried about your body odor and wondering how to deal with it during those 9 magical months? Here you’ll find out how to choose the best non-toxic and pregnancy-safe deodorant – that will keep the bad smell at the bay, without posing a threat to your developing baby’s health.

The verdict: Pregnancy skincare

Secret Fresh Antiperspirant and Deodorant Clear Gel: Boho Berry, Classic Cocoa Butter, Hawaii Citrus, Luxe Lavender, Paris Rose, Pasion de Tango, Summer Berry, Va Va Vanilla This gluten free and cruelty free deodorant uses natural mineral salt as a baking soda alternative to protect even the most sensitive skin while still offering a solution to excess sweat. Why Moms Love It Aluminum can irritate the skin and interfere with hormones such as estrogen, so it should be avoided in pregnancy 9. The last thing you want is to disrupt your hormones during a time when they are so important to the safety and development of your growing fetus. I’ve been getting more questions about pregnancy safe deodorant and antiperspirants as part of my pregnancy safe skincare series. It can be uncomfortable enough being pregnant, but who wants to be pregnant, sweaty and smelly? Not me!

Another class of hormone disrupting chemicals, phthalates, are used to help scents and fragrances last longer. If you can still smell your personal care products (such as body lotion, deodorant, or shampoo) a few hours after using them that is a good sign there are phthalates in that product. Because phthalates are often used in the fragrances that make up a product, they are often not listed on the ingredient list, making it very hard for you to know if your deodorant or other products do contain phthalates. The scented versions do contain fragrance. It should be noted that these fragrances are free of phthalates, but it’s not clear if the fragrances used are considered completely safe for pregnancy. 5. SALT & STONE Natural Deodorant Made With Probiotics SALT & STONE Natural DeodorantMy favourite scents are the lavender and blue tansy. And if you are sensitive to baking soda or have sensitive skin the baking soda free options are also a great choice. Personally, I used regular, Aluminum containing antiperspirant throughout my pregnancies and I continue to do so every day. If you don’t feel comfortable using Aluminum, then it is easy to avoid.

Want to know more? We thought you might! Read on to explore why our Mamas prefer a natural, aluminium free deodorant, the benefits of a natural, pregnancy safe deodorant and the brand-new ingredients we’ve incorporated into our new pregnancy essential…Baking soda is great at absorbing odors, which is why it is commonly used in natural deodorants. And in itself, baking soda is not a harmful ingredient or one that you need to avoid. But if your skin is generally dry or sensitive, you may notice skin irritation from products containing baking soda.

Willhite CC, Karyakina NA, Yokel RA, et al. Systematic review of potential health risks posed by pharmaceutical, occupational and consumer exposures to metallic and nanoscale aluminum, aluminum oxides, aluminum hydroxide and its soluble salts. Available in three amazing smelling natural scents (containing only pregnancy-safe organic essential oils) and one non-scent version, this budget friendly brand has options for everyone. Our simple, 4-step, daily routine is here to help hydrate dry skin, protect your growing bump from stretch marks, and leave your underarms feeling dry and odourless… Step 1: Megamama Shower MilkUsed to help other chemicals get deeper into the skin, propylene glycol should be avoided by pregnant women. Fragrance A common antibacterial chemical, triclosan disrupts the endocrine system, can mess with your hormones, and has been linked to breast cancer 1. When it comes to pregnancy, aluminum is especially concerning as aluminum is known to be toxic to all fetal developmental stages during pregnancy, even at low concentrations. Whether you prefer a morning or evening shower, cleanse your skin with Megamama Shower Milk. Infused with Sweet Almond Oil to sooth delicate skin and Vitamin E to aid skin protection, our hydrating shower milk refreshes and revitalises tired skin, leaving it beautifully soft, smooth and supple from head-to-toe. The first thing to discuss regarding antiperspirants is whether to use Aluminum Salts in your formulation. The biggest concern is obviously the “link” with illnesses such as Breast Cancer or Alzheimer’s. But… is there really a link? It turns out that there are a few studies that have linked Aluminum (not necessarily even in an antiperspirant) to those diseases. However, subsequent studies have not found the same links, so we currently believe the data is inconclusive. In addition, physicians believe that it is nearly impossible to expose yourself to enough Aluminum to see the same effects as seen in rat models. I found a good overview of how Aluminum Salts work in antiperspirant and the data behind the links in this post.