Herban Cowboy Men's Deodorant - Vegan, Plant-Powered Odor Defense, Non-Greasy - 2.8oz

I have sensitive skin, so this is one of the only deodorants I have found that does not bother me, and actually works to deodorize body odor. It is not an antiperspirant - you will still sweat - but it DOES get rid of the stink. And I'm not just talking about covering up your BO with a perfume. The various scents of the deodorant are actually pretty subtle. I think it works because it has natural ingredients (herbs with antibacterial and antifungal properties, etc.) that kill bacteria get rid of the smell. If I'm stinky (after the gym, etc.) and I put this on, most of the stink goes away after about 10-15 minutes. It may not work the same way as a mainstream, synthetic deodorant (Old Spice, etc.) but if you want something more natural, or more hypoallergenic, this is a great choice. It definitely works better than the crystal stick deodorant or a lot of the other "hippie" deodorants out there.The deodorant itself is a soft stick. It easily spreads onto your skin and hairs, and has a bit of a moisturizing effect, kind of like a lotion. This is ideal for dry/sensitive/eczema-prone skin, which can become further irritated by sweat and wet hairs rubbing as you move around. The deodorant will coat your skin with a thin, non-greasy barrier against irritation, and also removes the stink from your sweat. It is gentle enough to use in more personal/sensitive areas also, if that's something you're looking for.I prefer the "Dusk" scent, which I think is more subtle; my fiance prefers the "Forest" scent which is piney and a bit spicier. "Wild" is also pretty spicy, and I think the least subtle out of these 3. I have not tried any of the other scents.
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I've been using this product now for 2+ years. I have no complaints. Most days it works very well. I am moving, climbing, crawling, for 6+ hours each day inside and outside. On really warm days it may wear off sooner, but almost all products do under that type of stress.Since using this product, I've had no burning under my arms, no discomfort, no anything. The product does not stain your clothes. It also lasts longer than you think it would.While the price point may deter some people, and while others still question some of the ingredients, my take on it is that this is better than what I used for 15 years prior -- better for my body and my mind. I'm happy with this product. I fully endorse the product and strongly suggest you try it, if you are on the fence about buying it. The scent does not stay overly strong throughout the day, but the product works. For most people, who may not labor greatly throughout the day, this product should work well. Given that, remember that we all are a bit different with how we respond to these products. I know some reviews say it doesn't work or it was not comfortable -- I think that's going to be a case by case basis, depending on a host of unique variables for each of us.If you want to try a more "natural" product than what is usually commercially available in grocery stores, give this a try. Well worth it.
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just made the switch to paraben free stuff. and it works for me, i am not overly sticky guy but if i miss a day of deodorant i can smell myself from outside my shirt. smells good when you put it on, smell lessens thru out the day but i never smelt bad. but i do put it once twice since i work out mid day. I also like the kiss my face deodorant as well.i made the switch after reading up on parabens- i found this on livestrong dot com"Parabens are preservatives that are found in numerous household products, especially beauty products, including shampoo, sunscreen, lotion and makeup. Manufacturers use parabens for their preservative and antimicrobial benefits. When you use beauty products that contain parabens, they absorb into your body through your skin. The parabens wash down the drain when you bathe and end up in the water supply, eventually finding their way into your drinking water and into fish and other aquatic life.Endocrine DisruptionAccording to an article in "Critical Reviews in Toxicology," parabens disrupt the human endocrine system. Parabens affect the endocrine system by interrupting the body's natural process of hormone production. When you are exposed to parabens, the chemicals can cause your body to send fake signals to your endocrine glands, confusing the glands and disrupting their normal process of creating and releasing hormones. Your endocrine glands are responsible for sending signals to every system in your body, making disruption of the endocrine system a serious health problem that can lead to metabolic and neurological disorders. Premature AgingDespite being used in many beauty products that are supposed to reduce the appearance of aging, methylparabens, one type of paraben, have been found to make your skin look older when used topically. Researchers at the Kyoto Prefectural University of Medicine in Japan found that methylparabens make your skin more sensitive to sun damage. In the Japanese study, skin cells that were treated with methylparabens and exposed to ultraviolet rays died at a much higher rate than skin cells that did not contain parabens. Skin that was treated with parabens was also found to have higher levels of lipid peroxide, a substance that speeds the skin's appearance of aging.Mimics EstrogenParabens have been found to mimic estrogen, according to researchers at the Tokyo Metropolitan Research Laboratory of Public Health's Department of Toxicology. A study by the department found reduced sperm levels in male rats exposed to parabens. The rats also experienced a reduction in testosterone levels. In women, disrupted levels of estrogen can lead to problems with menstruation, fertility and pregnancy. The Natural Progesterone Advisory Network website states that the synthetic estrogens in parabens can lead to menstrual cramps and endometriosis pain in women.Linked to Breast CancerA BBC News story from 2004 states that researchers at the University of Reading found traces of parabens in tumors removed from breast cancer patients. According to Dr. Philippa Darbre, one of the conductors of the study, since parabens mimic estrogen and estrogen can speed the growth of tumors, parabens could have an effect on the development of breast cancer."
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