Desti Deodorant has a patent-pending, gentle formula whose active substances are salt and bicarbonate. Salt inhibits bacterial growth, which can be responsible for unpleasant smells, while bicarbonate absorbs odors. The antiperspirant effect is the result of a combination of salt and propanediol.

Most people swap from aluminum-based to salt-based deodorant without any problems. However, there are certain differences to be aware of. A deodorant with aluminum creates an acidic environment in the armpit (low pH value), and the skin may be affected by the aluminum for several days after last use. A salt and bicarbonate-based deodorant instead creates a weakly alkaline environment (higher pH value). Our scientists explain that the salt and bicarbonate in Desti may react with any remaining aluminum. This may show up as red, irritated skin. In rare cases, blisters may also develop. This reaction can be mistaken for allergies, but the body already has salt in it, so you would not be allergic. Bicarbonate does not cause any allergies either. The reaction is therefore simply irritation. If you experience even the slightest discomfort, we recommend you to avoid using deodorant for a few days. You may use Desti Shaving Balm to moisturize and strengthen your skin. The aluminum will then have been eliminated from your body and you can try Desti Deodorant again. Use the shaving balm at night time and the deodorant in the mornings, ideally on damp skin to dilute the salt slightly. Normal skin will tolerate Desti without any discomfort. Once your skin is used to it, Desti can usually also be used on sensitive skin. WARNING! Never use deodorant straight after shaving, hair removal or laser treatment. This is applicable to both aluminum-based and salt-based deodorant. You can find out more in the section ‘Do you experience soreness or irritation after using Desti Deodorant?’. We hope this information will help you discover the advantages and enjoy using your aluminum-free deodorant.

As far as we know, Desti Deodorant is the world’s first salt-based antiperspirant. The patent-pending formula is free from aluminum, triclosan and parabens, substances which are considered by some to be harmful to health and present in most antiperspirant deodorants on the market.

If you have used aluminum-based deodorant for a long time, you may have a total blockage of your sweat glands. Normally, the aluminum will leave your body within three days, but the body’s waste products remain in your lymph glands. If you then avoid using deodorant for a while, these waste products will also be eliminated from your body. The result will be an odor of sweat and other bad smelling substances that can occur for up to a week, whilst your body cleanses itself from the impurities. If you use Desti at the same time, the combination can cause varying degrees of irritation in the armpit, as the salt and bicarbonate react with other substances. Avoid using Desti until the body has eliminated the waste products and then begin by using small amounts, then increase as needed, ideally in combination with Desti Shaving Balm at night. Please also read ‘How does my body get used to a salt-based deodorant?’ under FAQs.We hope you enjoy your aluminum-free Desti Deodorant.