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Know your deos & anti-perspirants
Ever used anti-perspirants and deodorants interchangeably and wondered why the same product needs two names? Well, because they’re not the exact same. They both help us fight the effects of sweating i.e., body odour but they do this differently. Their differences are worth knowing so you can make the best choice for your body. Here’s a quick look at the basic difference.DeodorantsMany deos have properties that can help reduce odour causing bacteria in our body. Secondly, they mask the odour itself. If you don’t suffer from excessive sweating, this would be a good choice for your needs.Anti-perspirantsAnti-perspirants are used to control sweat and prevent body odour. They contain active ingredients that help reduce the amount of sweat produced by the sweat glands, keep the underarm area dry and minimize the growth of odour-causing bacteria.This action has also generated some concerns about anti-perspirants however as our expert consultant, dermatologist Dr. Chytra Anand, confirms, “There is no scientific research or data that is backed to say that anti-perspirants are harmful.”
Get your pickPick a deodorant if it's just light odour masking that you’re looking for. For a more comprehensive way of tackling BO, especially if you sweat a lot, consider picking anti-perspirants.
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