mamamindy Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 Maybe I ought to be embarrassed to ask…but I am in need of deodorant. I honestly haven't really used any (store-bought) since high school. My DH and I make deodorant, and it has worked well for us for a long time. However, since I had my latest baby a little over 7 months ago it just isn't cutting it anymore. At first my hormones were still wacky and I was sweating all the time. But I'm STILL sweaty. Also, she shares the bed with us for part of the night and is a hot-natured baby. I wake up all sweaty and stinky. This would be OK since I shower when I get up, but throughout the day I am still sweating IN THE WINTER. Sheesh. Looking for reccs for deodorant since I haven't shopped for any in a LONG time. Thanks. ETA: I realize there's a difference between deodorants and antiperspirants. I know sweating is normal and healthy. I just don't want to stink!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mandylubug Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 well, I am not an all natural, picky deodorant shopper but I love Dove brand. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamamindy Posted January 22, 2014 Author Share Posted January 22, 2014 well, I am not an all natural, picky deodorant shopper but I love Dove brand. Before DH and I started making our own (really very simple, and he likes making all kinds of stuff) we tried the all natural stuff. Didn't work at all. So thank you for your suggestion. Sounds like it will smell good. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shukriyya Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 Milk of Magnesia. Seriously. Google it and do a search here on the boards and you'll find a wealth of info. It does the trick! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
alef Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 Tom's of Maine is nice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
VeganCupcake Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 I like a combo of a crystal and then something like Tom's of Maine. I have to use both together to get a stink-free result. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jerico Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 I use degree. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ColleenInWis Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 Crystal roll-on works for me if I thoroughly coat my armpits after every shower. http://www.thecrystal.com/crystal_story.cfm Doesn't stop sweating, but inhibits the stinky bacteria. No fragrance. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
gingersmom Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 Dove Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KrissiK Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 I use Suave or Dove. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ottakee Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 Secret is the best I found. Suave isn't far behind. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
CupOCoffee Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 Mitchum here. ~coffee~ Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamamindy Posted January 22, 2014 Author Share Posted January 22, 2014 Thanks!!! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PrincessAriel Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 I had to switch to the clinical strength (Dove or Secret, cannot remember) for one of my dds. It was the only kind that actually worked for her. It is more expensive but it is worth it for her! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
PinkyandtheBrains. Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 Dove is my preferred choice. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KRG Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 Dove, Mitchum, Lady Speed Stick any of them really. Well Degree makes me itch so I don't use that one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Stuart Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 I like the crystal still sweat but don't stink. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Ann.without.an.e Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 I feel your pain. I want to love all natural deodorant. I mean...I really, really want to love it. BUT, it doesn't work for me. I stink so bad on it. I just can't wear it at all. I have tried the crystal, I have tried Tom's, I have tried like 3 other natural brands....fail! I use Secret :crying: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
GSOchristie Posted January 22, 2014 Share Posted January 22, 2014 I use Dove, too, and have for years. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
kbutton Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 If you have given up on natural deodorant, Mitchum is good and long-lasting, but it's also an anti-perspirant. If you are willing to try something natural at NIGHT, Herbalix detox deodorant is wonderful (it is a bit pricey but lasts a long time). I use a crystal, and if I find that it's not cutting it, using Herbalix at night for a few nights fixes the problem. As a bonus, Herbalix has been shown to reduce breast cysts if you have trouble with that kind of thing. I am going to have to look into milk of magnesia and some of the other ideas on here. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
YaelAldrich Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 If you really stink. Mitchum is the choice! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Dolphin Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 I like armpitlandia. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jackie Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 I use Secret. I've used both the clinical strength and the regular. I prefer their "crystal clear" version because I have an amazing knack for getting deodorant on the outside of my shirt somehow. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Cammie Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 If you are looking for alternatives to mainstream...look for Pit Powder. A bit messy but I find it works just find. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Susan C. Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Tom's, the long lasting one. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Peaceful Isle Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Arm and hammer really works, and it is not an antiperspirant. I think it is gender neutral and you can find it at Walmart. I used to wear all types of antiperspirants, but my chest actually started hurting. I stopped using them, and the pain stopped too. Kinda scary, so even though I would rather not have wet pits, it is better than the pain. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
shukriyya Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 I'm telling you ladies...MoM. Zero stink for several days in a row with one application. It costs pennies too. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heidi Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 I've never been a stinky person, but since having baby# 6 I wake up with b.o. It's grossing me out. I've always used dove, but it just isn't cutting it anymore! OP, you're not alone :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Heather in Neverland Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Lady Speedstick works great! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EKS Posted January 23, 2014 Share Posted January 23, 2014 Before switching deodorant, try this. Wet a cotton ball with rubbing alcohol. Thoroughly wet your underarms with the alcohol and then let air dry. Apply your regular deodorant. Usually it only takes a day or two of doing this for my deodorant to be functional again. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamamindy Posted January 23, 2014 Author Share Posted January 23, 2014 Wow, ladies, thanks for sharing your pit secrets with me! :hurray: Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SweetMissMagnolia Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 dove---secret---tom's of maine...... Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
ocelotmom Posted January 24, 2014 Share Posted January 24, 2014 I feel your pain. I want to love all natural deodorant. I mean...I really, really want to love it. BUT, it doesn't work for me. I stink so bad on it. I just can't wear it at all. I have tried the crystal, I have tried Tom's, I have tried like 3 other natural brands....fail! I use Secret :crying: Same here. Not only have I found very few natural deodorants that work well, but most make me break out in a horrible blistering armpit rash. Mainstream brands work just fine and don't cause irritation. Things that have worked for me that aren't mainstream deodorant: Coconut oil/baking soda Burt's Bees herbal spray deodorant Milk of Magnesia Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
mamamindy Posted January 24, 2014 Author Share Posted January 24, 2014 Same here. Not only have I found very few natural deodorants that work well, but most make me break out in a horrible blistering armpit rash. Mainstream brands work just fine and don't cause irritation. Things that have worked for me that aren't mainstream deodorant: Coconut oil/baking soda Burt's Bees herbal spray deodorant Milk of Magnesia The homemade deodorant that has worked here (prior to baby #5 - and I think I may still be considered "postpartum") has coconut oil, equal parts baking soda and cornstarch. If I do a little armpit wash later in the day and reapply things are okay. Maybe I should just do that before bed… That is when my hot-natured little girl snuggles up and I get sweaty. I appreciate all the suggestions. :) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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