What could be more natural than sweating? It is even indispensable to evacuate the heat of the body! But when small odors accompany this phenomenon, it becomes embarrassing. Here are some key elements delivered by Garnier, to understand sweating, less sweat and adopt the right deodorant.

Why do we sweat?
Sweating helps regulate body temperature . When you are hot, glands called sweat glands all over the body secrete sweat, which, by escaping the pores of your skin, can cool the temperature of your body.

Where does the smell of sweat come from under the armpits?
The sweat glands, located all over the body, secrete sweat. There are 2 types:
- the eccrine glands
- the "apocrine" glands.
And the smell of perspiration comes from degradation, on the surface of the skin, from the sweat secreted by the eccrine glands.

What are the tips for less sweating, besides the daily use of a deodorant?
- Have a good personal hygiene by washing you daily.
- Wear clothing with light materials such as cotton, linen, or breathable fabrics.
- Stress is sometimes responsible for sweating: reserve yourself moments of relaxation.

What is the difference between antiperspirants and deodorants?
Deodorants are intended to reduce bad odors through active ingredients such as alcohol that prevent the transformation of sweat into fragrant sweat and fragrance that masks odors.
Antiperspirants, in addition to mask odors , act on the sweat flow by reducing the surface area of ​​the pores . Thus, by limiting perspiration, you have less feeling of moisture under the armpits.

What is the difference between a deodorant ball and an atomizer?
The main difference is in how to use the product.
A ball allows a application to the skin , and thanks to its small format you take it everywhere with you.
With an atomizer you spray the product and enjoy a dry touch from the application .

What is an "anti-trace" deodorant
By acting against perspiration, the antiperspirants deposit a very fine white powder on the skin. It is this powder that is at the origin of the white traces on the clothes.
The " anti-traces " deodorants are specifically formulated to limit this trace phenomenon .

It is said that aluminum salts could be harmful ...
Aluminum salts were mistakenly assumed , based on a hypothesis of a causal link between the aluminum salts of antiperspirants and breast cancer. This hypothesis is formally denied today by various serious scientific studies and by the health authorities.