Children's underarm deodorant: what are there, how to choose and use?

Hyperhidrosis, or excessive sweating, is an intimate problem that not only an adult can face. If a child sweats, parents try to improve hygiene, often consult with specialists to find out the cause of excessive sweating. And a specialist can advise the use of baby deodorants or other products for the same purpose.

It is worth first understanding the terms themselves - deodorant and antiperspirant. It is a mistake to equate them, considering these names to be synonymous. An antiperspirant is more powerful because it clogs the sweat gland ducts. Due to the creation of congestion, perspiration is reduced. Deodorant will get rid of unpleasant sweat odor, and if sweat is released in small amounts, it really helps. We can say that the deodorant masks the smell of sweat.

Children's underarm deodorant is an acceptable remedy, but you still have to study the composition... In fact, there can be no children's antiperspirants, because a blockage of sweat ducts is not something harmless. And if the parents allow the child to use an adult remedy, this is completely unacceptable. If you think the deodorant is not working, take your child to the doctor. A dermatologist and a therapist will help the child, find the cause of hyperhidrosis, and offer gentle control measures.

In general, doctors give the following recommendations.

• The product you buy for your child should not interfere with natural perspiration. Hence, antiperspirant is a prohibited option.
• The smell of baby deodorant should ideally be neutral... A light scent of freshness, herbs, sea breeze is normal. But the brutal sillage or passionate aromas of citrus fruits emanating from a child are perceived strangely. And the child himself will not be comfortable with such a scent.
• The main condition for choosing is the natural basis of the antiperspirant product, safety for health. If it is a spray, then it should not irritate the mucous membrane. If the composition contains aggressive components, this will cause allergies, as well as skin problems.

Basically, modern doctors advise buying an alum-based remedy for a child. Children's deodorant may contain essential oils of plants with antiseptic properties, natural remedies with a drying effect (soda, starch, cosmetic clay), as well as herbal extracts with an astringent effect (sage and mint).

At about 10 years old (some earlier, some later) girls enter puberty. And he does not do without increased sweating. The smell of sweat becomes perceptible, causing discomfort to the girl herself. Often they do not dare to share an intimate problem even with their mother; they secretly use their mother's deodorants.

If the girl 7-9 years old, it is not worth it at this age to acquaint her with special antiperspirant cosmetics. It is enough to accustom your daughter to a daily shower, regular water procedures. It is worth reconsidering the wardrobe: perhaps it contains a lot of synthetics, which only provokes sweating.

Closer by the age of 10 deodorant is already becoming a necessity. In order to instill in the girl cleanliness and the rules of reasonable caring for her body from an early age, the mother should confidentially talk with her daughter, perhaps go together to a children's cosmetics store and choose the option that can be used by children of this age. It is also necessary to show exactly how to use the deodorant (emphasize that the product can only be applied to clean, dry skin).

In boys, puberty comes later, but almost always by the age of 13, it is already necessary to buy a deodorant. Try not to force events: until a certain time, a shower, natural clothes, and self-control help.

Modern manufacturers are constantly updating the product line, coming up with new forms. The choice of children's products is not so great, but still, among them you can find a hypoallergenic composition, safe and harmless products with a natural base.

Types of antiperspirants:

• sticks - usually flavored;
• ball means - the most common type;
• sprays - suitable for the first experience;
• deo-deodorants - are available in the form of a cream or gel in a tube with a dispenser;
• powdery deodorants - applied to the skin with a brush;
• mineral - natural antiallergenic product based on mineral salts or alum.

The parent decides which products to buy based on feedback and recommendations. Don't forget to read the composition.

In the ranking of the best products for girls, there will be the following.

• Lavera. This product is based on herbal ingredients. The formula is really good. The disadvantages of a deodorant include its high cost and a slightly drug-like smell.
• Ziaja. This is a well-known Polish brand, the product contains mainly natural ingredients, the main of which are green olive leaves.
• Neobio. This is a German product for girls, also based on a natural formula.The girls also love the fragrances presented in the series: sandal-jasmine, sage-bamboo, raspberry and black currant.
• "Deonat"... The action of the product is based on alum stone. Cleanses the skin of germs in a non-aggressive way. Acts gently, is used very economically, the price is acceptable.
• Eva Naturafor Teens. Girls will love the invigorating peach scent of the deodorant. It is suitable for those who are involved in sports or dancing. The product slows down perspiration, protects against perspiration odor, does not leave stains.
• Aloe ever shield... An American product presented in the form of a pencil. I like the fresh smell, versatility and safe composition.
• Crystal. These are alum-based products that are suitable for use by a child. There is a wide selection of flavor shades.

The best manufacturers of deodorants for boys.

• Clever "Spiderman". This is the most famous antiperspirant product that parents of boys 10-12 years old are actively buying today. Has a light unobtrusive aroma, gently acts and does not irritate the skin.
• Veleda... Deodorant sprays can also be used by teenage boys. True, a bottle of such a product is not cheap.
• "Bark"... A Russian brand that is pleasantly pleased with the price / quality ratio.
• "Green Mama"... Another domestic product, often recommended by pediatricians as the first antiperspirant.
• Valmont. Take a closer look at these Swiss products. The price is not cheap, but the manufacturers are very attentive to the composition.
• Avene. A French product that does not cause irritation and any discomfort associated with the use of personal care products.

And, of course, explain to your child that only he can use his deodorant. Sharing this tool with friends, family members is unacceptable.

When choosing a product for children, pay attention not only to the advertising of the product. Read the composition, purpose, recommended age. It is logical that you will not find funds for boys and girls 7-8 years old. If the need for an antiperspirant product arises at this age, you first go to the doctor, and only then decide what to choose, if the doctor is not against the use of deodorant.

Criterias of choice.

• Composition. There should be no zinc and aluminum compounds in the baby product, it should not contain alcohol and parabens. If this is in the formula of the product, the risk of irritation of the child's skin is very high. Look for products with a natural base - essential oils and herbal extracts.
• Scent... It should be gentle and light, refuse any obsession and harshness. Sticks are safer in this sense. But sprays can spread a downright suffocating aroma, and this is even dangerous. If the child has allergies, asthma, give up the spray.
• Release form. And in this criterion, sprays lose. Yet application safety comes first. A child can accidentally release a stream of air from a cylinder past, get into the eyes, because the sprays are potentially dangerous. Dry or roll-on deodorants are preferable in this sense.

Finally, the child should like the product. If its scent seems strange, repulsive to a child, look for something else. Otherwise, the deodorant will collect dust on the bathroom shelf.

The first and most important rule: first, hygiene procedures and only then the use of deodorant. If a child applies the product to an unwashed body, the bad smell will only worsen. Teach your child to a simple algorithm: clean body, dry body, and only then a layer of deodorant.

Other important points of use:

• it is not necessary to apply a remedy for sweat at night - the child should take a light shower before going to bed, the skin should breathe at night;
• if hair has already appeared in the armpit, it's time to teach the girl or boy to get rid of them (in a safe way), unfortunately, hair aggravates sweating;
• teach your child not to put on clothes immediately after using the deodorant (the product should dry on the skin for 2-3 minutes).

Finally, explain to your child that the combination of scented deodorant and perfume is not acceptable. The mixed smells will follow the teenager like a suffocating plume. And if you do not dare to talk frankly with your child on such intimate topics, if you cannot find the right words, videos on Youtube will help you out.

For information on the age at which you can use deodorant and cologne, see the next video from Dr. Komarovsky.