Why you'll love it: The Crystal Mineral Deodorant Stick keeps odors at bay for up to 24 hours, lasts for about a year, and has only one ingredient: mineral salts.
The Crystal Mineral Deodorant Stick has only one ingredient: mineral salts. It basically looks like a smooth, rounded hunk of salt in a plastic container. The hypoallergenic deodorant doesn't have any Aluminum Chloride/Chlorohydrate/Zirconium, parabens, phthalates, or artificial fragrance in it, so it won't irritate sensitive skin. It's also vegan and cruelty-free.
To apply the deodorant correctly, you have to put it on right after your shower. The mineral salts work best on freshly washed skin that is still wet. If your skin isn't wet, you need to dip it in water several times as you apply it. It's best to apply a few coats and let your pits dry before you put on any clothing, but either way, the deodorant won't leave any white marks on your clothes.
The mineral salts eliminate and block odor so you can stay fresh smelling for up to 24 hours. Since it's essentially a stick of salt and you only use a bit of each time you apply it, the deodorant lasts a long time. Mine typically lasts about a year before I have to replace it, which is both good for my wallet and the environment. The plastic ontainer it's in is also recyclable.
If you prefer to get rid of the plastic packaging, Crystal also has a solid piece of mineral salt that doesn't come in a plastic house. The company also sells traditional deodorant sticks, roll-ons, and sprays if you feel like the mineral stick is just too weird for you. All of the company's deodorants are natural, cruelty free, and safe for sensitive skin.
I still prefer the mineral stick, but the roll-on options are nice for when I'm in a rush or traveling. All the ones I've tried have worked, though you need to be sure your skin is clean before you apply it and that you don't miss a spot to ensure that it really works. — Malarie Gokey
Pros: Mineral salts, effective, easy to use, stick lasts long, no white marks, affordable, vegan, no animal testing, no parabens or fragrance, no Aluminum Chloride/Chlorohydrate/Zirconium
Cons: Have to cleanse pits before using, requires clean wet skin, can break
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