perspiration is a normal body function and occurs in children and adults with the goal of cooling the body. The sweat is a clear and transparent liquid consisting of water, salts, proteins and oil or sebum. It is odorless, only evil smell after the metabolization of its components by the bacteria that constitute the skin microbiota, releasing waste that gives it its characteristic smell. This process is natural and starts normally at puberty.
perspiration is produced by two types of glands:
GEricll Lands,that are all over the body and are responsible for the cooling of body temperature. Cause sweat on the head and face and are responsible for the sweaty hands and feet.
gapocrine landles, are larger and appear mainly in armpits, becoming more active when we exercise or experience strong emotions or stress.
The volume of daily sweat is approximately 1 liter , representing the armpits only 1% of the total volume. We can sweat up to 10 liters if it is extreme heat or in the practice of intense exercise.
A hyperhydrosis is a medical condition in which the amount of sweat is excessive and may be up to five times larger than normal and, in this case we advise a doctor.
There are many factors that can cause or increase perspiration:
- Hot environments
- Physical Activity
- Stress Situations
- Hot foods or
Before - Fever
- Hormonal changes (menopause, pregnancy, menstruation, puberty)
- overweight
- Tight or synthetic fiber clothing
- Excess of tallow
There are two types of cosmetics that help to
We now explain what they are:
deodorants
act by killing or preventing the proliferation of the bacteria responsible for bad odors. Contain in its composition fragrances that help disguise the smell, alcohols, antibacterials and can still be acidic formulations.
do not interfere with sweat production, which continues to be excreted normally (yes, their armpits and clothes will remain wet).
They can be chosen by those who sweat little or have no intense smelling perspiration. They should also be the first choice for young children.
Antiperspirants
With the same components and action as deodorants, they also contain “gelifying” agents that increase sweat viscosity, hindering and temporarily decreasing the amount of sweat excretedby sweat glands. In addition to these compounds, we highlight aluminum salts (aluminum chloride, aluminum hydroxide, aluminum salts and zirconium, alum salts), may also contain astringents that help contract the pores.
maintain dry skin and prevent bacterial proliferation, being more effective in the transpiration and bad odors and should be chosen in case of intense perspiration.
In addition to these formulations, you can also adopt some supplementary measures to help increase your effectiveness such as bathing at least once a day, preferably when working (if you work during the day), wear clean and dry clothes, Choose light, fresh and large clothes, made with natural fibers such as cotton, use open sandals and shoes, shave armpits and groins and wash and dry the zone before applying the deodor.
Questions and myths
There are several and we will then address the most frequent and most concerned consumers:
- Decreased perspiration is harmful ?
There is no problem in decreasing the amount of sweat produced in the areas of product application, because not just the amount we stop producing in these zones ( armpits, hands, feet) is derisive, as its production is resumed normally after the duration of the product is over. - Antiperspirants interfere with the body's cooling capacity ?
How do we have sweat glands throughout the body and, for example, the axillary zone responsible for less than 1% of the total sweat produced By the body, and an unique area (for cooling there is necessary evaporation of sweat), there is no in practice reduction of body cooling. - Blocking perspiration prevents the elimination of toxic substances by the body ?
no, because the effect of the antiperspirant is temporary and does not completely block perspiration and, on the other hand, sweat is mostly consisting of sodium water and chloride and a very low percentage of other substances, being the elimination of toxic agents done mostly by urine and other secretions, not having a relevant role. - Aluminum is toxic and can cause breast cancer ?
There is no scientific evidence that proves it, and there is several studies in the opposite direction, such as the report of the toxicological assessment committee of I and the US National Cancer Institute Report. In short, they corroborate aluminum salts in the concentrations used in products are safe as they form insoluble gels in water and of high dimensions, hardly absorbable by the bloodstream. It was concluded that aluminum alone has no carcinogenic potential, and there is no correlation between the use of antiperspirants and the likelihood of developing breast cancer. Some brands and formulations have decided to replace (perhaps because of the controversy) aluminum with oils or sodium carbonate to do occlusion, with clear disadvantages, and may occur even in the case of the latter, and, because of the high pH, irritation Skin. - Deodorant and anti -transpiring skin irritation ?
Yes, in fact, as with any other cosmetic. It is almost always due to perfume, fragrances and alcohol or allergy to aluminum salts. In these cases you should prefer the without perfume and without alcohol and without aluminum salts. Also use a moisturizer with soothing and repairing action after bathing in the affected area. May also be due to the proliferation of fungi (usually Candida) in the area. - The Alum Stone is natural and safer ?
No, the contrary, since it consists of pure aluminum and, when using it, it will apply a random amount of metal instead of an quantityada, as happens in the formulations for sale.
FINAL CONCLUSIONS:
Aluminum may have some potentially undesirable effects on containers or films to store food (takeaway boxes and films) and pots, pans or other containers used to cook or warm food. Since it will not lick your antiperspirant roll-on as if it were an ice cream, do not worry, and use the most effective and better product for you. present yourself dry, smelly and fresh for hours!
Deodorants
For consultation:
https://ec.europa.eu/health/scientific_committees/consumer_safety/docs/sccs_o_153.pdf
https://www.cancer.gov/about-cancer/causes-prevention/risk/myths/antiperspirants-fact-sheet