Armpit Detox
- Description
Have you ever tried natural deodorant and it just didn't work? This may help.
Armpit detoxing is a "quick fix" solution for those who need the extra help when transitioning to natural deodorant from antiperspirants, but it also packs a punch for the average pit.
Just like the pores on our face, our armpit pores can get pretty clogged up! Bentonite Clay and Activated Charcoal both act as a vacuum for toxins, dirt, bacteria, dead skin cells, excess oil, and even deodorant residue, leaving behind soft and ultra cleansed skin that allows for better deodorant absorption! This allows deodorant to work more effectively, and helps reduce BO significantly. Read our blog post here to learn more about the power of detoxing your pits.
Our Armpit Detox comes in powder form and is most effective when mixed with apple cider vinegar to create a mask. Metal will deactivate the beneficial properties that make our Armpit Detox effective, so use a non-metal dish and spoon to make your mask.
Fun Fact: Our Armpit Detox is multi-purpose and can also be used as a face mask! Use apple cider vinegar and let sit for 5 minutes before rinsing. Use once or twice a week, depending on skin sensitivity, and follow with a good moisturizer.
This is a cosmetic product and is meant for external use only. Do not ingest.
Ingredients
bentonite clay (bentonite), *activated charcoal (carbo activatus)
*wild-crafted
Ingredient benefits
Bentonite clay: antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, healing, calming, detoxifying, absorbs dirt, oil, and sebum
Charcoal: cleansing, unclogs pores, removes deeper impurities, and dead skin cells, resulting in smooth, supple, and even skin tone
Apple cider vinegar: powerful antimicrobial properties, soothes irritation, restores natural pH balance of the skin (Not included. You must add this ingredient yourself to create a mask)
How to use
Scoop a small spoonful of detox powder into a dish/bowl (do not use metal). Add equal parts apple cider vinegar to create a paste. Apply an even layer to each armpit and let sit for 5-10 minutes, arms raised. We recommend applying our Armpit Detox after the shower, when your pores are opened up. Remove using a warm and damp towel or rinse in the shower. Let your pits dry, then apply deodorant.
Remove immediately if irritation occurs. Avoid using directly after shaving.
- Use daily or every other day if our deodorant doesn't last 24 hours. Continue until until you see results. Keep in mind that detoxing can take a few months depending on several lifestyle factors.
- Use weekly or bi monthly for general pit cleansing to help keep you smelling fresh and avoid sudden deo ineffectiveness. Detoxing regularly helps clear your pores and can help keep stress/lifestyle BO in check.
How to store
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight.
Shelf Life
24+ months if kept in ideal conditions
Packaging
Glass jar. Metal lid. Biodegradable label
End of life
Reuse or recycle jar and lid, compost label. Or you can return your empties
Bentonite Clay
Bentonite clay's natural antibacterial properties help eliminate odor-causing bacteria on the skin, as well as draw out toxins, impurities, and excess oil, both of which can contribute to body odor. It also balances pH levels, creating a healthier environment that helps reduce odor over time.
Organic Activated Charcoal
Charcoal has been used for centuries for its powerful ability to remove toxins, bacteria, and impurities from the body. When applied to the skin, it works by trapping odor-causing bacteria growing in our pores and detoxifying the skin, leaving it fresh and clean.
Apple Cider Vinegar
Apple cider vinegar is the superior liquid to add to our Armpit Detox, because not only does it help create a non-clumpy paste, but its powerful anti-bacterial properties help to effectively disinfect the skin from odor-causing bacteria. It also helps balance the skin's pH levels, creating an environment that makes it difficult for bacteria to thrive. Additionally, ACV is a gentle exfoliant, helping to unclog pores and remove toxins.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is an armpit detox necessary?
No. But we recommend it! It’s like a face mask for your pits.
There are many reasons to do an armpit detox. We highly recommend doing an armpit detox if our deodorant doesn't work for you within the first few days, even if you’ve used other natural deodorants before. Many customers report our deodorant is highly effective, even after detoxing just once. But most customers don’t need to detox at all, even after switching directly from an antiperspirant to our deodorant cream. Just depends on the pits!
Another reason to do an armpit detox is if our deodorant suddenly stops working for you. It’s important to cleanse your pits regularly, just like your face. Our sweat glands can get pretty gunked up! It’s also important to note that lifestyle changes can cause fluctuations in BO, like diet, stress, hormones, environmental factors, and especially if you’re going back and forth from natural to antiperspirant deodorants.
How long does an armpit detox take?
Depends on the person and why you are detoxing. If you are transitioning to a natural deodorant from a toxic formula, and our deodorant doesn't last 24 hours, it could take a few days to a few weeks to detox. There isn’t a set time frame that's the same for everyone. We're all different and there are a lot of different lifestyle factors that play a role.
How often should I detox?
Detoxing regularly is totally optional, but we recommend detoxing your pits once a month. If you're transitioning to natural deo from toxic deo, detox every day, every other day, or twice a week (frequency depends on skin sensitivity) until our deodorant is effective. You will be blown away by the results. A single detox removes a lot of impurities, like bacteria, dirt, dead skin cells, toxins, deodorant residue, etc. If you accidentally skip your deodorant one day, and end up smelling like a high school gym locker, we highly recommend detoxing regularly. Daily deo dependence may be a sign of gunked up pit pores. And detoxing once a month can help keep you BO free for over 24-hours. But don’t take it from us ;) Try it for yourself!
Do I need to do an armpit detox before using your deodorant?
No. We recommend detoxing if our deodorant doesn’t last 24 hours for you, even if you’ve been using natural deodorant for years. Our formula is very effective, most of our customers report not needing to detox at all, even those who just made the switch from an antiperspirant to our deodorant. But our armpits are very porous and when these pores get clogged up with excess oil, dead skin cells, dirt, bacteria, and years deodorant residue (there's only so much a sponge can do), deodorant may not be as effective because your skin can't absorb it. Clear your pores and watch our deodorant magically work for you!
How much powder and liquid do I need to make the Armpit Detox?
One spoonful of our detox powder (using one of our mini bamboo spoons) and 2 spoonfuls of apple cider vinegar should be enough to make a spreadable paste for both of your armpits, for a single use. This is about 1:2 detox to apple cider vinegar.
Can I use water instead of ACV?
Water may still do the trick, but to get the best results we highly recommend using apple cider vinegar.
Does it help with armpit hyperpigmentation?
Our Armpit Detox is not intended to lighten your skin, but we have gotten several customer reports that it does. We cannot guarantee it will, because it is not intended to do so, but if you want to give it a try, we recommend using ACV instead of water to create the mask. Apple cider vinegar contains acetic acid, which research shows may lighten skin pigmentation.
Do you have a refill/jar return program?
We do! We will accept all of our containers and packaging to be responsibly reused or recycled. Anything from we give you, from containers, boxes, peanuts, tape, and more can be returned to us. Learn more about our program on our Jar Returns page to see if you're eligible for store credit.