Pamela H in Texas Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 Okay, my little gymnast STINKS. Doesn't help we're in Texas, I'm sure. She just stinks often and to an extreme. I just am not comfortable with her using regular antiperspirant/deodorant. And yet I've heard some issues with some of the other options. And obviously I want ease of use for an 8yo. Help? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Jean in Newcastle Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 Just putting it out there but are you sure that she couldn't have diabetes? Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Scrub Jay Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 My daughter had some underarm odor at age 7. I got her a deodorant crystal and it works beautifully. It is supposed to kill bacteria. I tried it myself many years ago and it did not work so I assume that's a hormone vs. just bacteria type of reason. ETA: Like this: http://www.amazon.com/gp/product/B000A80BWY/ref=wms_ohs_product_img?ie=UTF8&psc=1 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Anne in CA Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 I have a friend who NEEDED deodorant at age 8, and her friends were so jealous, lol. They thought she was really a grown up. She tells a funny story of how she spent the night at a friend's house and her mom MADE her take the deodorant even though she didn't want to and then her friend got all jealous and her friend's mom told her friend, "She probably BEGGED to take the deodorant, she doesn't NEED it." And my friend thought that was soooo unfair, lol. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mommy22alyns Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 We bought Tom's for the girls. Rebecca had a few episodes at around 8, so that's when she started. Otherwise, almost no development. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Tmhearn Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 My dd also needed deodorant at 8. I think it's pretty common. We use the brand "Good for you girls." http://www.amazon.com/Good-For-You-Girls-Deodorant/dp/B00533GH60 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Mandylubug Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 My girls have been needing deodorant for a while now. They turn 9 in July. My boys both require it, too. It is definitely body odor and not just being dirty either. My four can gas me out of our van. I have considered keeping deodorant in my van just to save my nose. I still have to remind them to use it after showers. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
IHaveNoIdeawhatIAmDoing Posted May 31, 2014 Share Posted May 31, 2014 Homemade deodorant made with coconut oil, corn starch, and baking soda. I honestly wouldn't care if my 6 year old wanted to start using this. http://www.passionatehomemaking.com/2013/01/homemade-all-natural-deodorant.html Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
73349 Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 Eight doesn't seem unreasonable to me. You can run your options through the EWG database if you're concerned about chemical safety. A zero is the best score (reasonably sure it's harmless). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
SKL Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 One of mine started needing it at age 4. I thought it was me at first. :P She uses Toms unscented - same thing I use. There is a lady in one of my internet communities who makes natural deodorant for kids. I am fine using Toms, but if you want to go more natural, the name of her company is Butter Duck Farms (butterduckfarms.com). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
torikei Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 Arbonne makes a great deodorant w natural ingredients. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
sbgrace Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 I'm using People's pharmacy Milk of Magnesia deodorant here. If it works for her, it's just magnesium, safe enough to use internally..so far less toxic! Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
EKS Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 If you want to try an alternative to deodorant, have her wipe her underarms with rubbing alcohol and then let it air dry. It really helps. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JaneEyre Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 My daughter needed deodorant at eight. I was very surprised. My OB said that she is seeing girls starting their periods younger than they used to as well. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Laura Corin Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 Just a thought: have you watched her shower recently? It is not uncommon for children to forget the techniques they were taught and just rinse. L Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
eternalsummer Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 Deodorant good, antiperspirant bad. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Chris in VA Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 I second the coconut oil mixture from above. An adult friend of mine uses it--says it really works. Not an antipersipirant. I would first check showering, protein consumption, and diabetes, and would prob try the alcohol wipe. But that's just me. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
4ofus Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 http://honeydewnaturals.com This is what I gave my son. I have no qualms about it. I use it myself. :). Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
6wildhorses Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 My daughter and I use lavendar deodorant from Tropical Traditions: http://www.tropicaltraditions.com/aluminum-free_deodorants.htm. They frequently run promos and free shipping deals. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
JessReplanted Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 I had to buy deodorant for my daughter last summer, and she had just turned 7. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
KRG Posted June 1, 2014 Share Posted June 1, 2014 A lot of 8 year olds stink!! My son asked for it around 8 or 9. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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