Before we start telling you all about the fabulous ingredients included in this formulation, let us first talk about why we think you ought to ditch the big brand mainstream deodorants and switch to a natural option.

First and foremost – there is a difference between a deodorant and an anti-perspirant. A deodorant does exactly what the name suggests. It ‘deodorises’ the bad smells associated with sweat whereas an anti-perspirant stops the sweat altogether. And the only ingredient known to stop perspiration altogether is aluminium.

Aluminium salts are what you’ll find in all anti-perspirants, and it works by plugging the sweat glands stopping any perspiration whatsoever. Effective, however aluminium has been linked to various nasty diseases. It is for this reason many of us have been looking to alternatives and embracing our natural sweating but minimising the odour that comes with it.

So let us take a look at what’s in this deodorant that can help keep you smelling sweet without blocking those glands!

Sodium Bicarbonate: A natural anti bacteria salt that acts as the active ingredient here to neutralise and stop bad smells. The PH of sodium bicarbonate is alkali which helps counterbalance the acidic sweat. On its own, sodium bicarbonate can be an irritation to skin however we have carefully paired it with moisturising oils and butters to allow the bicarb to do its job without irritating your skin.

Essential Oils: A holistic and bright bunch of essential oils have been carefully selected based not only on their pleasant scent but also their natural anti bacteria properties and the BO busting abilities. Ylang Ylang is a favourite for tackling body odour and gives the product a sweet scent and the Cedarwood gives a woody contrast to the sweetness. Also included are grapefruit, tea tree and patchouli – all perfect for fighting odour causing bacteria.

Moisture absorbers: To help soak up some of that sweat the deodorant contains natural kaolin clay and arrowroot powder. Both these elements take on the moisture and help to absorb excess sweat. Kaolin clay helps draw out toxins and unblocks pores so is great for detoxifying your armpits after years of anti-perspirant use.

The deodorant comes as a solid in a push-up tube. Unlike a spray which can burn this product can be applied with ease. There is no roller-ball applicator either to trap hairs.

The Ilex Wood is the instinctive choice for beauty skin care products that are natural, vegan, cruelty free, palm oil free which get great reviews with many happy customers discovering great results.

Ensuring packaging is plastic free as can be!

Handcrafted in Northamptonshire, using only natural ingredients, The Ilex Wood offers clean, simple and effective skin care for those looking for a kind non-toxic green beauty routine.

Nothing unnatural. Nothing complicated. Nothing toxic.