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    7911 months ago

    I spent a lot of time in the middle east, so I’m going to say: Deodorant, not more perfume. Please.

    • @[email protected]
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      1511 months ago

      Even better: an antiperspirant. It significantly lowers sweat production on the applied area.

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        011 months ago

        i’m very hesitant about this, we sweat for a reason.

        I’d rather just get rid of the smell and deal with sweaty armpits, rather than risk overheating.

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          1911 months ago

          Newer studies show that the intake of aluminium through your skin is very low and that there is no increased risk to your health. The risk from aluminium in food is higher.

          Link to a PDF of the SCCS (Scientific Committee on Consumer Safety, European Commission): https://health.ec.europa.eu/system/files/2021-11/sccs_o_235.pdf

          Conclusion: “… The SCCS considers that the systemic exposure to aluminium via daily applications of cosmetic products does not add significantly to the systemic body burden of aluminium from other sources. Exposure to aluminium may also occur from sources other than cosmetic products, and a major source of aluminium in the population is the diet. This assessment has not taken into account the daily dietary intake of aluminium.”