Why use Aluminium Free deodorants?
Aluminium chlorohydrate is a common ingredient in most deodorants and anti-perspirants. Although aluminium itself is widely distributed in the natural environment, it can be very toxic to our bodies in its synthetically extracted soluble form. Research has shown that Aluminium is absorbed and accumulated in the body. It finds its way into our bodies through many cosmetics, popular antacids, over the counter drugs used for inflammation and pain, baking ingredients, cookware, fluorinated tap water, and of course most deodorants. Herb Valley Aluminium Free Natural Deodorants and Anti-Perspirants are herbal based and contain native Australian Herbal Fragrances and Oils such as Eucalyptus, Honeysuckle, Wattle, Tea Tree and Wild flower. Our deodorants have two main active ingredients – Farnesol and Witch Hazel. Farnesol is a naturally extracted deodorising agent while Witch Hazel has a long history in complimentary medicines and acts as a mild astringent. All of our products have unique frag