Natural Deodorants That Work & All About Pit Detox // Laura's Natural Life

Today I'm sharing my pit detox story and the all natural deodorants that have been working for me! Includes Primal Pit Paste, Desert Essence, Nourish Organics, and Schmidt's.

PRODUCTS MENTIONED:
Primal Pit Paste Stick in Spice
Primal Pit Paste Cream Deodorant in Spice
Nourish Organics Cream Stick Deodorant in Lavender Spearmint
Schmidts Deodorant in Lime Bergamot
Desert Essence Deodorant in Lemon Tea Tree

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I am passionate about living a natural, healthy lifestyle, green beauty, a toxin-free & chemical-free household, and holistic wellness. I have a Master's Degree in Health & Nutrition Education and fancy myself to be a Holistic Nutritionist & Lifestyle Coach. I am a chronic illness warrior and encourage viewers of my channel to support each other in their own chronic illness journey. Thanks for stopping by! XOXO, Laura

Disclaimer: The purpose of my channel is to spark interest and dialogue about natural living. I hope that this will be a community of encouragement for those with chronic illness. Any supplements mentioned are purely my opinion. These videos are to inspire individuals to be their own health advocates and are not to be taken as medical advice. Please see your medical doctor or holistic practitioner for advice about which nutritional supplements may be beneficial to your health prior to starting any product.

[chandaharkins]

I think that we also go through a mental "detox" when we switch over. You have to accept that no natural deodorant will ever keep you dry like antiperspirant. Also, I have found that the material of my shirt affects how much I sweat. Certain synthetics will have me stinky in a few hours, while I can be odor-free all day in other items.

[wyntrskyy]

if you react to the baking soda it is probably due to the fact it is a base. The skin has a natural ph that is slightly acidic, if you spritz or wipe apple cider vinegar before using the baking soda deoderant it may prevent irritation. It will increase the acidity of the skin so that the baking soda brings down the acidity but leaves the skin at its natural ph...

[JennaIce]

Loving Primal Pit Paste!! During my pit detox I used coconut oil for a week, then I made my own using coconut oil, pinch of baking soda and 1 drop of lemongrass or another week or so. After that I found Primal Pit Paste and I've never looked back!! I used Orange Creamsicle in Kids for the "detox period. But summer coming around I went for something stronger and I am SOO glad I tried Royal and Rogue...

Royal and Rogue is AMAZZIING. I apply once and it lasts me for days till I next shower. I also like their Po Po powder, without talc. When I was using aluminum deos I would smell so bad I would never THINK about going with no deo. Now I can use only this po po powder and I don't even smell, or sweat at all!! I am so happy I switched best thing Ive done for my health!

Things I did tospeed up detox, I bought essential oils lemongrass, cinnamon leaf, clove bud, frankincense, tea tree oil and I added a few drops of one of those during a bath and soaked pits. Or you can buy bentonite clay mix with apple cider vinegar apply to pits and it draws out toxins. Cleaning up your diet s a must. No fast fod, processed foods, no processed sugar. I eat clean fruits, veggies, and lean meats sometimes...

The other day I slipped up ate KFC chicken and I SMELLED emmediatly!! It was awful! My pits stank so now I understand the importance of eating clean.

[KrysRuumiskai]

Make my own deodorant loved it from day one. Never had issues with it not keeping me smelling good. I do react to the baking soda, I have very sensitive skin. The baking soda is alkaline so to combat the irritation you have to apply an acid to balance it. I spray my arm pits with an apple cider vinegar/water mix let it dry and then put on the deodorant.

[amandameredith]

I used a bentonite clay mask on my pits to help with detox when I switched and it made the switch faster! I had previously tried and experienced the same wetness you did and it deterred me, but with the detox mask it took only about a week! now I've been using natural deoderant for about 5 years! love them!

[linds.m]

As silly as it may sound, I never knew all the dangers regular deodorant and antiperspirant caused. I'm in my early 30s and have decided to take the plunge. I've only just started three days ago, and I'm a little nervous about the detox phase. A friend of mine suggested coconut oil which has really helped, though I find myself reapplying midday. I'm excited to start this little journey towards better caring for my body. Thanks for the helpful information.

[nyxunderthemoon]

You can do a bentonite clay and apple cider vinegar paste to detox your pits

[melissah.]

Native deodorant is the best i have tried! The first day I felt a difference! I didn't stink! I smelled like coconuts!!!! But You do have to give natural a couple weeks to sweat out all the toxins so you do have a period of a lot of sweating. Also you don't need as much deodorant and a lot of people slather it on because thats what we do with regular stuff, if you have the redness and itching thats baking soda, you can get deodorant without it in the formula, Native has a sensitive formula without baking soda, I love the regular coconut vanilla scent! so amazing!!!!

[melissayates]

The natural deodorant struggle is real! 😫 It feels impossible! Thanks for playing guinea pig! Ha. I'll have to try PPP!

[SamariaRAWR]

I decided to try natural deodorant in the winter and it was a very easy transition. I live in Vegas so I'm a little afraid about how Summer will go but I'm sticking through it!

[lynmcleod]

I have been waiting for someone who has had the same problem as me!!!! I thought something was severely wrong with me.... primal pit paste was awesome for me .... and then all of a sudden my armpits would get such a bad rash it would make me cry and I couldn’t put my arms down without pain 😭😭😭
So excited that this might answer all my questions ! Thank you😭😭😭😭

[MobileDecay]

I almost crapped myself laughing when you pulled out the primal pit paste. Idk why. The name just made me laugh!!!

[jessicawood]

I've never used an antiperspirant that keeps me dry anyway.

[hanjaessi]

Your review is the most informed that I have watched while searching for natural deodorants. I have been feeling like the two deodorants I'm trying have been crappie but now I know that it's part of the process. Thanks for making such an informative video!

[elizabethbrown]

I've been having such a hard time with odor after switching over. This video was super helpful, thank you so much!

[ljones]

The pure magnesium oil is working great for me plus it's great for headaches, sore joints, skin problems. A friend of mine says she uses primal and lemon juice and swears by it.

[minimalassembly]

It is helpful to know that what once did not work is now working for you post detox. Just an FYI, baking soda is an odor absorber so moisture absorbers like cornstarch, silica and arrowroot powder do not replace them. I think magnesium carbonate or other "carbonates" might be comparable replacements. If not, you will just need to reapply once sweat breaks through the moisture absorbers or find a deodorant with baking soda low on list.

[jonitaz]

I made the switch over a year ago and haven't looked back. Also, I didn't go through the pit detox either using the Schmidt's. Of all the natural deodorants I've tried (haven't tried the Pit Paste though, ) Schmidt's is the only one that has worked and to this day I can't believe it. I routinely go on 10-mile walks and always think there's no way I'm going to smell ok afterward, but I do! The Schmidt's has never let me down. Love the bergamot-lime scent in the jar the best. Tried the stick, but sent it back. Found it was difficult to use for me.

[amyjohndro]

I have never heard of pit detox but makes a lot of sense. I went through that stinky period after switching over. I am glad I stuck it out because my body did get used to it. Thanks for this video.

[NitasNiche]

I saw this video a couple months ago while I was just making the switch to natural deodorant. I deal with Chronic Lyme & mold illness among other things and have been trying to make a more serious switch to an all natural lifestyle. I tried to switch to natural deodorant last year and failed. Tried another brand this year. And almost gave up again until I saw your video about the Pit Detox. It encouraged me to keep going. It got better but still not too great. So I switched brands again, one that kept the ingredients really simple (coconut oil, baking soda, cornstarch, beeswax, vitamin e, and essential oils). And it's the best I've ever used! Thank goodness I saw your video and didn't give up. :)