Maxalli Blog | Natural ingredients, science, and routines
When the heat becomes unbearable, many deodorants stop doing their job. If you live in a place like Monterrey, you know what we're talking about: you sweat as soon as you step out of the shower, and by midday, there's no trace left of the deodorant you used. Bad odor and discomfort appear, even if you swear you didn't do any physical exertion.
Anyone who lives in Monterrey, Nuevo León, or Northern Mexico knows that the heat is no small matter. Here, the sun beats down fiercely from early morning, sweat appears in the least expected places, and many deodorants simply don't hold up. It's common to feel the need to reapply by midday, or worse, to start smelling off even if you just showered a few hours ago.
More and more people are looking for products that are gentler and kinder to their bodies. In the case of hair care, shampoos without salt or sulfates have become popular, especially among those with sensitive scalps, straightening treatments, or who simply want a gentler routine for their skin. But what does "salt and sulfate-free" really mean and how can it help you?
Nowadays, it's not enough for an ingredient to sound good: it must be functional, stable, and compatible with different skin types. Ascorbyl Tetraisopalmitate (ATIP), also known as VC-IP, is an advanced and highly stable form of fat-soluble vitamin C that is revolutionizing cosmetic product formulation. Present in products like Maxalli's Natural Repair Balm, this active ingredient offers multiple benefits without the typical side effects of other derivatives.
The most questioned ingredients in commercial deodorants include aluminum salts, which block sweat but can cause irritation; synthetic fragrances that cause allergies and conceal chemicals like phthalates; PEGs and ethoxylated compounds that may contain potentially carcinogenic impurities; propylene glycol, an irritating humectant; silicones such as cyclopentasiloxane and dimethicone, which interfere with the skin's natural function; harsh preservatives like triclosan and BHT, with possible hormonal effects; and talc, due to cases of asbestos contamination. Avoiding them is key to caring for your sensitive skin and reducing long-term risks.
