Body Odor, Baby

Episode description

There are tens of thousands of chemicals currently used in the US and (shocker!) most aren't adequately tested for health and safety. The fewer we come into contact with, the better.

Still, no one wants to stink. Enter deodorant and antiperspirant, two pesky places in which we conscious consumers can certainly buy better. On today's show: everything you never knew you *needed* to know about deodorant, plus: how to buy this medicine cabinet staple like a boss. 

Here's a preview:

[2:15] First things first: Breaking down exactly what's happening under your arms 

[7:00] Antiperspirants block sweat glands and constrict pores. Is this a good thing?

[9:30] What does recent empirical research say about aluminum and breast cancer? About Alzheimer's?

[21:00] Exactly how to read the back of any personal care product

[25:00] 5 steps to buying non-toxic and zero-waste deodorant

Resources mentioned:

• Wild deodorant 
• Pretty Frank
• Soapwalla
• Ursa Major
• Primal Life Organics
• The Environmental Working Group's Skin Deep Database

For more conscious consumer listening:

• Episode #294: A Better Trash Bag
• Episode #194: Safer Nail Polish 
• Episode #318: How To Buy Non-Toxic Laundry Detergent
• Episode #338: How Ethical Is Your Chocolate?

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