Transpiring is a natural phenomenon. Because the human body is well done: it regulates its temperature by sweating. “”Sweating is an essential mechanism for cooling the body and eliminating certain toxins “ Recalls Dr. Gérald Kierzek, emergency doctor and medical director of True Medical.
How does the perspiration phenomenon work?
Two types of glands are the cause of this natural sweat:
- The Ecrine glands, spread over the whole body, “secrete an odorless sweat made up of water and mineral salts“;
- The apocrine glands, located under the arms and in the groin, produce a more complex sweat, “Rich in lipids and proteins, which, in contact with skin bacteria, breaks down into bad odors“.
In summary, sweat has no smell. But in contact with bacteria that colonize the surface of our skin, it transforms and ends up feeling.
Anti-transplant or deodorant, which one to choose?
You may confuse them, but in reality the anti-transplant and the deodorant do not have the same role at all.
The anti-transplant is a more radical product.
“”It reduces perspiration by temporarily tightening the pores of the skin thanks to aluminum salts“Specifies Dr. Kierzek. This makes it very useful to limit halos and excessive humidity, especially during stress or physical activity. But it is not without drawbacks.”It can irritate after shaving, and the aluminum it contains still questions, even if studies remain reassuring in the authorized doses“.
The right time to apply it? It is not necessarily in the morning, as you might think, but rather in the evening. For what ? Simply because “In the evening, perspiration is reduced, which allows assets to act in depth“Specifies our expert. We can also put it” before a stressful or sporty day “.
On the other hand, there is the deodorant, who does not block sweat, but fights odors.
“”It acts by masking smells (thanks to perfumes) and killing bacteria, thanks to antibacterial agents such as triclosan or certain essential oils ” Details Dr. Kierzek. It is best to use it especially after shaving. “”It is less irritating than anti-transpirant, does not contain aluminum, but does not limit halos“. Besides, watch out for deodorants containing alcohol also warns the doctor because”They can sting on freshly shaved skin“.
What is the most appropriate time to apply it? “”Every morning, if we sweat little, and after shaving“Add our expert.
Avoid the most common errors, with these products
Finally, for your product to really have an effect, the moment and the conditions of application are essential. First essential reflex: “Always apply your deodorant or anti-transpiring to clean and dry skin, after the shower“. And no need to put it back at any time of the day on damp or sweaty skin, because efficiency will be zero, and the residues may irritate.
Another often neglected advice: the product format.
“”Avoid sprays if you are sensitive to the respiratory level. Prefer ball or stick formats “ advises the emergency room. And for the fans of the anti-transpirant, Dr. Kierzek recommends alternating with softer formulas. This makes it possible to limit unnecessary exhibitions. “”Alternating a soft deo and an anti-transpiring is a good strategy to limit exposure to aluminum“He concludes.