Roll-on deodorants: features, types, selection and application
Sweating is a completely natural process of vital activity of any organism, but it may well ruin the mood of any person at the most crucial moment. That is why antiperspirants in the form of sprays and creams, sticks or roll-ons are so popular among ordinary people. One of the more popular options on this list is roll-on deodorant.
What is it?
Roll-on deodorants first appeared almost 70 years ago and were created by analogy with a regular ballpoint pen: they also have a plastic ball that, while rotating, is able to evenly distribute the existing composition over clean skin.
Roll-on antiperspirants can block sweat glands, but you have to wait for the applied composition to dry well.
Alcohol and substances such as parabens are often components of such products. sometimes you can find dangerous aluminum salts in the list of ingredients, therefore you should seriously consider purchasing this popular lineup.
Roll-on deodorant is today one of the most popular antiperspirant products. The viscous and rather dense texture of antiperspirants with applicators reliably envelops the desired area of the skin and is guaranteed to destroy all malodorous microbes, as they are usually the sources of bad "fragrances".
Advantages and disadvantages
The main advantage of roll-on deodorants is that when using them, you will not experience a strong or suffocating odor. A spray, for example, creates a small cloud of droplets in the air during operation, and its aroma may seem unpleasant to some. For people prone to allergies, such a remedy is clearly not suitable. Also, aerosols should not be used in the presence of an infant and are not recommended for use by nursing mothers. But the light aroma of roll-on deodorant will be localized only in the armpits and will not cause any discomfort to you and those around you.
Modern roll-on deodorants are produced in very convenient and not the largest bottles in terms of volume. They come in glass and plastic. The tool is quite economical due to the point method of application to the skin. The roller tool also has other significant advantages:
- fights against the causes of not the most pleasant aromas, forming an invisible film on the skin and preventing strong perspiration;
- lasts long enough - up to 12 hours.
The disadvantages include the following factors:
- alcohol is often part of the antiperspirant, and this sometimes causes a feeling of dryness of the skin, sometimes it causes irritation or even severe burning;
- the product in the form of a gel dries for a rather long time, sometimes leaving behind stains on clothes;
- bacteria already on the skin may end up inside the bottle, since the applicator will touch the human body every day. This will reduce the effectiveness of the product.
Comparison with other species
Roll-on deodorants have another distinct advantage. This is not a very large volume, which allows you to constantly keep the product nearby and even, if necessary, carry it with you in a small bag. At the same time, roll-on products will be inferior to modern aerosols in terms of absorption rate.: if the product is sprayed, it can dry out in the armpit almost instantly, but the product with an applicator in the form of a roller makes you wait a couple of minutes to protect clothes from marks, and this is not very convenient for busy people.
Comparing a roll-on deodorant with a solid analogue (stick), it is worth noting that the latter also dries much faster and, according to user reviews, is more economical.
Top brands
These days there is a huge selection of products that can protect against sweat, especially those designed for women. At the same time, each manufacturer guarantees that only their antiperspirant will provide the longest protection from both sweat and odor, as well as provide incredible freshness and a lasting feeling of complete comfort throughout the day.
Rexona
The brand presents many roll-on deodorants that will perfectly perform all the functions described above, qualitatively eliminating moisture in the armpit area and removing the not very pleasant aroma of sweat. A significant advantage of these funds is the complete absence of parabens and alcohol in them. For this reason, Rexona products will not dry out delicate skin or cause serious irritation. But there are harmful aluminum salts in these antiperspirants, which somewhat reduces their quality in the eyes of users.
Oriflame
The Activelle product in the company's catalog is represented by 5 types of antiperspirants, which differ from one another by the original aromas and have an insignificant difference in the components. Into these products alcohol is not included, but some of them definitely contain harmful parabens... Consumer reviews of these products are only pleasant. Women's deodorants from Oriflame will be able to reliably protect against sweating, will not leave marks on clothes and skin. They will not cause irritation even with an active lifestyle.
Amway
The smell of G&H Protect + can persist throughout the day, even with significant physical activity. The antiperspirant is suitable for any skin type, both men and women can easily use it, because its aroma can be considered universal: you can recognize notes of melon, citrus, flowering cedar and delicate lilies of the valley in it.
This antiperspirant has been proven to may not cause irritation or other allergic reactions when used. There are a small amount of aluminum salts here, which is a significant disadvantage of the product, but natural ingredients are also present, which makes the product safer.
Nivea
Roll-on deodorants from Nivea, according to the manufacturer, are able to protect the skin from sweat for as much as 48 hours, although many reviews say that in reality the effect from them lasts much less. The recognized favorite among the products from Nivea can be considered a product called "Double Effect". This antiperspirant will carry out its task quite efficiently and will rid the delicate skin of sweat for a long enough period. True, here, too, there is a disadvantage that can cross out all the positive aspects of the product - this is the presence of harmful aluminum salts in the bottle.
Garnier
Those substances that are included in the products of this brand actively help reduce perspiration. You will not find any alcohol or parabens here. These deodorants are able to destroy harmful bacteria on the skin and remove unpleasant odors from it. The product provides a light cooling effect, it is easy to apply, it is instantly absorbed and will not stain clothes. The packaging is considered quite convenient to use, and the consumption of the inexpensive product is surprisingly economical.
But it is impossible not to notice a minus here: the composition of the brand's deodorants includes aluminum salts, and their constant use can cause serious harm to human health.
Men most often prefer odorless products. In this case, they have the opportunity to take a closer look at the Day Control from Biotherm, since it contains a whole complex of minerals that fight both the release of moisture from the skin and a fetid odor. A positive point is the fact that the product will not leave marks on the skin and clothing. The tool has a rather impressive period of action and is excellent for even the most sensitive skin type, since there is no alcohol in the antiperspirant.
How to choose?
It is up to a person to choose the most suitable remedy for sweat. This kind of choice should be conditioned by:
- individual preference;
- type of skin;
- way of life;
- the presence of allergies;
- age;
- gender;
- convenience in use.
- the presence or absence of aroma.
Professionals advise against using deodorants if they contain parabens, as well as aluminum chloride and dyes.
Terms of use
It is very easy to use ball products. A number of rules should be remembered so that the product works as efficiently as possible, and at the same time does not harm your health. The skin must be dry and clean. Before applying the composition, you need to wash with soap or other cleaning product.
Apply in short strokes to clean, dry underarm skin. After processing, you need to wait until the applied composition is completely dry - this expectation will ensure that your clothes will be clean all day.
You can stand for a minute with your hands slightly raised up - this way the product dries much faster. As with any antiperspirant product, roll-on deodorant should not be applied immediately after epilation, as it can cause itching or even irritation.
Manufacturers advise using the product correctly - it is best to use them after taking a shower, ideally in the evening before going to bed.
Roll-on deodorants have long been a worthy competitor to all kinds of aerosols and sticks.... A huge selection allows you to choose the most suitable product that will be able to take good care of the problem of perspiration, and the elimination of unpleasant odors and, in general, about the health of the skin.
The following video introduces common mistakes when applying deodorant.