Types of Anti-Perspirants
1. Maximum Strength Anti-Perspirants
- Provide extra sweat and wetness protection
- Contains higher levels of aluminum salts
- Best for excessive sweating and heavy odor
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
- Aluminum Zirconium Tetrachlorohydrex Gly – stops sweat and odor
- Isopropyl Myristate – absorbs quickly into skin
2. Anti-Perspirant Deodorant Sticks
- Convenient solid stick application
- Glide on easily, absorb quickly
- Best for mess-free on-the-go use
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
- Aluminum Chlorohydrate – reduces wetness
- Stearyl Alcohol – creates solid stick texture
3. Soft Solid Anti-Perspirants
- Creamier solid texture for smooth application
- Glide effortlessly without dragging
- Best for sensitive underarm skin
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
- Aluminum Sesquichlorohydrate – blocks sweat
- Isopropyl Palmitate – imparts soft, silky feel
4. Clear Gel Anti-Perspirants
- Go on clear and become invisible
- Dry quickly without white residue
- Best for avoiding white marks on clothes
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
- Aluminum Chlorohydrate – reduces wetness
- PPG-14 Butyl Ether – clear drying agent
5. Unscented Anti-Perspirants
- Free of synthetic fragrance and perfume
- Help avoid triggering headaches or scent sensitivity
- Best for those sensitive to smells or chemicals
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
- Aluminum Chloride – curbs excessive sweat
- Tapioca Starch – absorbs moisture without scent
6. Antiperspirant Creams
- Creamy soft solid texture for smooth application
- Glide on easily and absorb quickly
- Best for convenient rollout application
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
- Aluminum Chlorohydrate – stops excessive sweat
- Dimethicone – imparts silky, non-greasy feel
7. Powder Fresh Anti-Perspirants
- Absorb moisture and leave behind a light fresh scent
- Provide a clean, dry underarm environment
- Best for keeping underarms feeling fresh and dry all day
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
- Aluminum Starch Octenylsuccinate – reduces wetness
- Cornstarch – absorbs moisture and allows airflow
8. Active Sport Anti-Perspirants
- Provide sweat protection during physical activity
- Prevent embarrassing sweat marks and odor
- Best for heavy sweating during sports and exercise
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
- Aluminum Zirconium Tetrachlorohydrex Gly – stops excessive sweat
- Isopropyl Myristate – fast absorbing, dry finish
9. Natural Salt Anti-Perspirants
- Use mineral salts to block sweat glands
- Free of aluminum and other synthetic chemicals
- Best for consumers who want to avoid aluminum
Key Ingredients & Benefits:
- Potassium Alum – reduces underarm wetness
- Magnesium Hydroxide – prevents odor