AA Bergamot + Aloe Deodorant

Amphora Aromatics is a brand I've reviewed on my blog previously, I've tried their Aloe Eye Gel which I loved so I was more than happy to try more from the brand. Amphora Aromatics is a natural skincare and bodycare brand which stocks a wide range of products. 

I chose the *AA Bergamot and Aloe Deodorant (£3.96 sale, 50ml) which unlike the majority of deodorants on the market doesn't contain the potentially harmful ingredient of aluminium. The deodorant does contain essentials oils and other great natural ingredients as such bergamot which 'attacks' bacteria which causes odour. The product comes in a roller ball bottle which I'm not a massive fan of as I prefer creamy stick deodorants. 

The scent is a little different that I thought it would be, it is fresh, citrus scented and it isn't too strong but it reminds me of kitchen cleaning products and it's quite a bitter scent. Besides the scent it is a great deodorant, it is a wet formula so it takes a while to dry as all deodorants of this type do but I don't have to wait around for ages. It is effective as a deodorant, which some natural deodorants aren't to an extent, although I don't think it would stand up to exercise. 

Overall, I love the look of the packaging, I am a fan of the natural ethos of the brand and the great ingredients list and it does work well for me on a daily basis but the scent it's quite what I expected and I don't think it would be suitable for hotter days or going to the gym for example - I've never been to a gym in my life but you know what I mean! Overall rating: ★★★★✩, 4/5. 

Have you tried anything from this brand? Do you use any natural deodorants?

Read More

Earth Conscious Natural Deodorant

I have recently started looking into more natural deodorants as a lot of 'normal' ones have a lot of aluminium in them which may be related to breast cancer although according to the National Cancer Institue there is no conclusive evidence but I would like to try to avoid deodorants with aluminium in them; so when Earth Conscious were looking for bloggers I jumped at the chance. 

Earth Conscious is a small natural brand run by two mums; they make a range of products such as natural deodorants. I have the *Earth Conscious Lavender Deodorant (£4.99, 60g) which does not contain aluminium or any harsh chemicals. The deodorant is organic, it contains natural ingredients and the ingredients are locally sourced. The products are not tested on animals and the deodorant is homemade and expires after six months.

I have been using this deodorant for the past couple of weeks, I think it's fantastic. It is a little odd at first and it takes a while to get used to as it is a solid deodorant in a metal tin. Also as the deodorant is solid, it can be difficult to warm up, especially when the heating isn't on full! However using the product is fairly quick and easy; and the scent is gorgeous, as all lavender things are! 

The product works well on an everyday basis although if you are going to the gym, have a very long busy day ahead or are braving the crowds sale shopping, it wouldn't be enough! The tin is fairly big and I think it will quite a long time too. 

Overall, I like the packaging, the scent and the product itself; it personally works quite well for me and it is natural! The natural, organic, aliminium free element is fantastic!

Have you tried any natural deodorants? 

Read More