The correct way to reapply deodorant as common mistake 'decreases effectiveness'
It's hotting up and more people are carrying around deodorant for quick refreshes throughout the day.
With the mercury on the rise, it's no wonder more people are carrying their deodorant for quick top-ups throughout the sultry summer days. Nonetheless, if you're in the habit of reapplying without a second thought, you may not be doing yourself any favours.
Oliver Batiste, co-founder of natural deodorant brand Make Waves, is calling out this common hygiene blunder. And he has offered advice for those who are making this mistake when trying to keep themselves fresh on warm days.
He said: "Many people are making the mistake of reapplying their deodorant throughout the day. On hotter days you may be tempted to add another layer of your chosen deodorant, but this won't always have the desired effect."
Revealing why, Oliver said: "Applying deodorant over your old deodorant from earlier in the day without first cleaning your underarm can lead to decreased effectiveness and, in some cases, cause irritation due to product build-up."
For anyone wishing to freshen up their deodorant application during the day, Batiste advises a more beneficial practice that safeguards both health and freshness, reports the Mirror.
He explained: "If you feel that your deodorant needs to be reapplied, first clean your underarms as best as possible using warm water or a wet wipe. This will help you feel much fresher and ensure the product you're using can be as effective as possible."
It's also prudent to pay attention to how much deodorant you apply each time.
Aerosol deodorants can be particularly deceiving as some users continue to spray until the scent is noticeable, which actually indicates overapplication. Oliver suggested a maximum of three strokes.
Roll-ons present a similar problem, with individuals applying too much product without realising the quantity accumulating on their skin.
The expert cautioned: "It always amazes me how often people are overusing their deodorant, with some applying between five and 10 swipes of deodorant to each underarm.
"When applying a roll-on on you should only be using between two and three swipes of the product per armpit."
He highlighted that an excessive use of deodorant, particularly when layered atop previous applications, can lead to unnecessary build-up on the skin. This results in a longer drying time, potentially leading to clothing stains, and does not improve its effectiveness.
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Oliver added: "Despite what many people seem to believe, using more deodorant will not increase its effectiveness. For best results and to save money on how often you need to repurchase your deodorant, stick to the two-to-three swipe rule."
Just last month, it was revealed the best way to get rid of the marks which deodorant can leave on your clothes.
Most deodorants contain aluminium salts, which stop us from sweating, but these salts can also cause unwanted stains on our clothes, especially lighter items. Although sweat is naturally colourless, it can turn yellow on clothing when it reacts with aluminium.
By mixing lemon juice with water in a spray bottle and spraying it onto deodorant stains before washing, you can eliminate the stains.
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