NIVEA
Deodorants

Whether from exertion, stress or heat – sweating is a normal reaction that helps our body regulate its temperature. However, sweating can quickly lead to unpleasant odours and excessive moisture, especially under the arms. Modern deodorants counteract unpleasant odours and provide a lasting feeling of freshness throughout the day. Antiperspirants, on the other hand, also reduce perspiration itself.

A product in stick, spray or cream form that helps prevent body odour is called a deodorant. A common misconception is that sweat itself causes body odour, when this is actually not the case. The smell of body odour develops when sweat mixes with the bacteria on the skin, usually under the armpits, on the breasts and in intimate areas. Deodorants kill these bacteria or prevent them from multiplying further. They also help to mask body odours with a pleasant fragrance. People who perspire very little by nature, or who don’t wish to interfere with the amount of perspiration their bodies produce, are advised to choose a deodorant. Even those who consciously choose products free from aluminium salts should opt for a deodorant, because all the products in the NIVEA range that are called “deodorant” are guaranteed to be free from aluminium salts.

Deodorants and antiperspirants are most effective when used on clean skin. To maintain a well‑groomed feeling throughout the day, it is best to apply them in the morning straight after showering.

Spray, roll-on or deodorant stick – which is the best deodorant type for you? Many men prefer the classic deodorant spray, while most women find roll-on deodorant works best for them.

A deodorant spray feels particularly fresh. It settles lightly on your skin, keeps your armpits comfortably dry and allows you to get dressed almost immediately. The hygienic application and wonderfully fresh scent are also clear advantages of deodorant sprays. For optimum protection, shake your deodorant before use. NIVEA deodorant sprays are also available in a practical mini format for freshness on the go. The moving ball in a roll-on deodorant ensures simple, targeted application. Roll-on deodorants are very gentle on the skin and are therefore also suitable for delicate and sensitive armpits.

Overall, spray deodorants are popular for their hygienic application and refreshing feel, deodorant sticks are considered more environmentally friendly, and deodorant creams offer particularly protective care.

If you want to avoid deodorant stains on your clothing, choose deodorants that do not contain aluminium to reduce the formation of white residues on black clothes or yellowish stains on white fabrics.

When it comes to finding the best deodorant for your body, it is important to know whether you have sensitive skin and whether you prefer a natural deodorant or not. To find the right deodorant for sensitive skin, always check the product’s ingredients before you use it. We have deodorants specially developed for sensitive skin, because it is important to keep your skin healthy while helping to keep sweat under control.

More and more people are switching to natural deodorants that contain no aluminium or parabens. The move to natural deodorants is often driven by concerns that aluminium may be linked to breast cancer, as well as the idea that aluminium can unnaturally suppress perspiration by clogging the pores. This has also been associated with dry skin and rashes in certain sensitive skin types. Therefore, it is worth looking at natural deodorants that work to mask the smell of any body odour. All NIVEA deodorants, however, are free from aluminium, so they are safe for everyone to use.