Antiperspirants and Breast Cancer

Shaving before applying underarm antiperspirants can increase aluminum absorption. Could this explain the greater number of tumors and the disproportionate incidence of breast cancer in the upper outer quadrant of the breast near the armpit?
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[@SRose-nl8df]

Well, this is terrifying. As if women don't have enough to worry about with looking good during the humid summer, not stinking (I sweat a LOT), not having excess body hair, and now the potential for breast cancer?! Come on!

[@MsAsterina]

S. Rose I agree ...sometimes is so hard to be a woman u.u

[@arnella3087]

S. Rose don't worry! you can make your own deo at home. there are a lot of videos you can look up on KZbin on DIY deo. i mix 5 tablespoon coconut oil, 4 tablespoon corn starch, 3 or 4 tablespoon baking powder. Melt in microwave, mix and let it harden. then take and smear it on your armpit and to be honest for me it works better than the deo in stores. It's also cheaper. You do still sweat, and I sweat also a lot and train. But the most important for me is not to smell Haha.

[@thedancingsnail9443]

Baking powder or baking soda? I use baking soda on its own, it's fantastic!

[@meegy2]

and if you're lazy you can buy Schmidt's deodorant, it's one of the best natural deodorants!

[@ruig8612]

S. Rose baking soda if your looking for a massive rash

[@johnparadise3134]

"Ironically, anti-perspirant's can make us stink worse, because they increase the types of bacteria that cause body odor. It's like the story with antidepressant drugs. How they can actually make you more depressed in the long run. The more we use anti-perspirants, the more we may need them-awfully convenient for $1 billion industry." -Dr. Michael Greger

[@VALOOSHKA2307]

totally true !! just stop wearing deodorant, you will stink for 2 weeks, but after that you won't need it

[@johnparadise3134]

VALOOSHKA2307, I don't use deodorant or anti-perspirants, and I haven't since the early 2000's.

[@johnparadise3134]

I think showering too much causes us to smell more also, and it becomes a vicious cycle. You have to keep showering to get rid of the smells that are caused because you showered too much. But when you start showering less, after an initial spike in odor, you won't smell, except for maybe a normal body odor. But most people tend to think that any body odor is bad and undesirable. There's a difference between the natural human smell-the natural human pheromones-and BO! The average person doesn't make a distinction between different body odors. To the average person any smell coming from the human body, other than the smell of scented soap, is considered bad.

[@VALOOSHKA2307]

yes, I don't get it, I know people who take a shower twice a day. it's like they are disgusted by their own bodies

[@johnparadise3134]

Elisheva Batyah, How do I PM you? You don't appear to be on Facebook.

[@broccool2300]

I only use deodorant that are labeled Aluminum Free because I got tired of my shirts getting stained. This is good to know that I made the right decision.

[@jakeandsarahhealthnuts3299]

SulforaphaneMeUp love your name :)

[@LiamGutierrez]

Yeah, I don't know how anyone would like to put aluminum on their skin, not only cancer but also Alzheimer's is linked to aluminum exposure, besides leaving embarrassing stains on clothing! Fuck those!

[@Kimmybunny]

SulforaphaneMeUp they suck too!! Make your own at home.

[@persephone213]

Thanks for sharing the straight facts once again-people need to know about this!

[@maddyrofl]

Can you do a video on if ingesting chlorophyll can prevent body odour

[@crosswind76]

maddyrofl ..if you are sensitive to copper, caution or avoid taking ready-made chlorophyll products. They are made from "sodium copper". I went back to vegetable and superfood greens in wholeform.

[@gloombla]

Veggie Soup how does one know they are sensitive to copper? Been consuming ClorOxygine which is chlorophyll concentrate for one year now me and my mother who has type 2 diabetic and high blood pressure and the effects are immediate nourishment haven't noticed any bad side effects , it is worthy to note that we consume one full dropper of chlorophyll with water once every 3 weeks or sometimes monthly

[@CLeAnQUaRTeRz]

post more videos like these!! they are wonderful! especially ones that are involving chemicals that affect our bodies such as fluoride in our tap water leading to neurological diseases over time. && plastic material in water bottles and foods such as BPA.

[@SkyKing101010]

Yes, I have had some experience with the antidepressants dilemma, so I know that is a thing. Thank you for this. I may be able to use it with my daughter.

[@juliecooper6628]

Of course, most people also don't interpret 'do not use on broken skin' to mean 'do not use on shaved skin'. Most people I have known, have always interpreted 'broken skin' to mean skin that was actually cut, or punctured, and/or bleeding.

[@NataschaO]

How many days does it take for armpit skin to be healed again after shaving?

[@taramccarthy6242]

Laser hair removal is the answer to shaving damage. Magnesium oil (or Epsom salt solution) works as deodorant - not sure if this might also alter skin biome though. And here's an interesting question, are there any skin probiotics that work to restore healthy bacteria?

[@eljupe]

Very interesting. This is a another component that explains the french paradox

[@maryj7423]

Thank you so much for making videos on cosmetics and self care products, we have them on ALL the time and we even use them on babies. Thank you for giving us the info we deserve, industries don't seem to care at all!!!

[@theanemicproblematicvegan7998]

good thing I don't wear deodorant! they seriously should outlaw aluminium in deodorants, though!

[@nickbanderson]

Deodorant =/= antiperspirant. Please use deodorant :)

[@theanemicproblematicvegan7998]

true, although what most people use is deodorant, which most contain aluminium. i my country, I had to go to the pharmacy to get antitransirant. had BIG sweating issues. deodorants stopped working, like that, all a once without giving me any heads up. so, I had to work without it. no eating animal products, aswell as avoiding coffee, alcohol and onions tend to help not smelling bad. now, I hardly ever get bad smelling/abundant sweat.

[@1PaulG1]

I never liked the thought of using chemicals and aluminium .. I switched to a salt crystal stick and I defiantly notice I don't smell as bad and to my amazement I actually perspire less... Did take a few months to adjust but all good .. Glad I did ..Thanks for confirming thy thoughts Dr Gregor :)

[@sidilicious11]

It's nice to see other women saying they don't shave either, it's such a silly custom. I knew deodorants were nasty but did use them when I was young. Now I scrub before I go out around other people. Sometimes I use magnesium oil, other times an alcohol and essential oil mixture diluted with water. Most days I use nothing.

[@meganmommersteeg7387]

Thanks for another informative video!

[@TayTayChan]

I use some baking soda mixed with oil that is hard at room temperature. Some essential oil for subtle fragrance.

[@heartdragon2386]

I ended up with razor burn under my arm that turned into a rash, that traveled to my other pit. I couldn't wear deodorant at all for a week, and only natural after for a while. At first, I smelled, but after two weeks (unless after work out/before shower in summer) i barely had a smell. Thought I had just gotten used to myself, but hubby commented on it too.

[@electrosec]

I have a huge problem with soap free natural organic body wash. its not effective enough on armpit smell.

[@TheSUPERHAPPY1]

What about Shaving Cream / Shave Gel ?

[@NataschaO]

What about man made deodorant crystals consisting of potassium alum? They are usually marketed as natural and safe ( I read the particles are too large to penetrate the skin) but actually they contain an even greater aluminum concentration than regular deodorants?

[@pdude1911]

Thanks, doc!

[@madilyons8665]

no wonder it always stung when i used deo within 24 of when i shave. i ended up waiting at least a day to apply after shaving and it stopped.

[@burnsport1]

I've started using *essential oils* as deodorant. Love it so far.

[@derekwalter4238]

I found that cleaning up your diet can help reduce the stench of your body odor. the less junk you put into yourself, the less you're going to smell as you're burning it off and sweating it out. but if you're watching one of Dr gregers videos I'm sure you're already eating pretty healthy

[@1Turdsandwich]

Lemon is one of the best natural deodorants!!

[@sirihundstad7638]

I've found that epilating the armpits and just washing them every day + maybe spray on a little natural body mist I like works wonders. If I one day suddenly do use the deodorant I have, I feel like I start smelling! Epilating is so great cause I only have to do it every 1-2 weeks😁 Hurts in the beginning but you get over it pretty soon😊

[@SimpleStrongScience]

Another good video!

[@Wildberry38]

I had a sneaking suspicion about antiperspirants. Last year I switched to natural deodorant. Glad I did.

[@meganravizza5535]

Wow! Throwing mine away, and using a salt stick instead.

[@MarcellaSmithVegan]

Schmidt's Deodorant, has great deodorants without the aluminum

[@vegancrue13]

If you can't eat it don't put it on your skin. I recommend Thia Crystal déodorant products.

[@vegancrue13]

The wife can be a tough nut to crack, same here. My wife will use it on her days off of work. Baby steps, man.

[@crosswind76]

I like the 1) Thai Crystal deodorant. I use the liquid one. I also use natural Deodorants by 2) Dessert Essence 3) and ALBA.

[@vegancrue13]

Dr. Bronners products are great too. Anything that's not tested on animals, no heavy metals or SLS's.

[@ingerhaugland6763]

Just wanted to chip in and say that many (if not all) crystal deodorants contain aluminum, even though it might say something on the label like "contains no aliminum chlorhydrate". It will contain aluminum, just in another form, that's how they work. I still have one that I bought, before someone warned me about this.

[@b1emb4b3y6]

i've heard that using crystal and mineral deodorants is basically the same thing as using aluminium deodorants since they both block pores. have you heard anything like this before?

[@MychelleSeymourHeyyouremember]

How do we know for sure it's because of the aluminum and not because of something else in the Poison?

[@susannahats6358]

Thank you doctor! Such scary thing... my friends have daughters 10, 11,13 years old and buying them like "Secret "brand stuff, when I told them about danger, some said that healthier versions don't work cause they have strong odour at that age , but they also not plant based.

[@consciousconscience7496]

Susanna Hats it's easier to fool someone than convince them they're being fooled.

[@susannahats6358]

Conscious Conscience I am going to write it down:)

[@navisoul]

My experience is indeed that I smelled worse when using deodorant then when not using it. Lemon can be a natural alternative if you are looking for something.

[@lyndsaye3]

What about babies breastfeeding from a mom who was using antiperspirants?

[@manuel233]

Smell solution: make your own antiperspirant with coconut oil and baking soda... no smell at all for me if I apply it, and Store bought ones made me smell so much more

[@lindadavis8071]

i have believed this for 20 years! i use baking soda, plus i do not shave under my arm pits!

[@veganastico]

Please, I need spanish subtitles to show the video to my family.

[@risafey]

My bulletproof home deo: 1. after bath, apply apple cider vinegar to cotton pad and rub under pits. Will BURN if recently shaved (I've gotten used to it). 2. after acv is dry, apply VERY thin layer of coconut oil, your pits shouldn't feel oily (I usually apply body lotion right after this step) 3. small pinch of baking soda rubbed over fingertips and applied to underarms ACV kills odor causing bacteria. coconut oil is antibacterial, but also serves to moisturize and create a thin 'barrier'. baking soda keeps you dry. Expensive to start, BUT these ingredients last forever. Expect a period of detoxing during the first 2-4 weeks. Also if worried about something going wrong, try it out when you don't have to go anywhere (; Keep tiny vial of baking soda and scrubbing rag on hand if worried for stinky emergency.

[@rheamorales1329]

Hi! I've been successful with homemade deodorant cream of 2 parts cornstarch, 1 part baking soda, 1 part coconut oil and a few drops of essential oil (currently using sweet orange) to scent. It works for me. I also keep a travel size in a tiny container that had a sample of face cream from my local co-op. No "waxy" build up like commercial products, no silver sparkles on the armpit area of my shirts and dresses, and no worries when watching this video. Thanks Dr. G!

[@monamendiola1]

Rhea Morales, which essential oils

[@Akenn]

I use a similar combination, but with Shea butter instead of coconut oil. Shea Butter has a higher melting point, and with the heat down here in Texas, it's nice not having to deal with melted deodorant, or going back and forth to the fridge to apply it. :)

[@rheamorales1329]

I've tried grapefruit, spearmint and a few others, but I like sweet orange the best. I found some pikake oil that I will try next batch. I don't go for a specific brand.

[@Shelf_Improvement]

Thank you, will try!

[@dcgfhgjnzgfnjcbgn5828]

Baking soda contains aluminum!

[@sarahrattle6375]

Didn't even have to see the video to give it a thumbs up

[@Machka0]

I knew it - I always had doubts about deodorants causing breast cancer. I use vegan ones now, that don't contain aluminum. I do have a fibroadenoma (a benign lump in a breast), I've had it for years now, since highschool, but I think it is reducing in size since I've gone vegan, or at least, that it won't grow further.

[@ryanescario7081]

How is it now

[@enya8407]

Could you do a video on honey? It's not vegan but is ot healthy or not?

[@alinatoftpetersen5669]

Trim, don't shave! Haven't shaved my pits in years :)

[@jude-a-licious8313]

Alina Toft Petersen great suggestion !!!

[@alinatoftpetersen5669]

***** how does it affect you if I do? Nobody asked your opinion

[@SRose-nl8df]

Trust me, Scyn bear is not the only person commenting on it, whether to your face or behind your back. We are all judged regularly. As long as you don't care.

[@rhyothemisprinceps1617]

I don't see how anyone would notice, apart from her significant other; she said she keeps it trimmed. Edit: Come to think of it, S. Rose is right about the judging thing - I judge Alina to be intelligent for coming up with a practical solution to the problem and generous for sharing it with others.

[@theanemicproblematicvegan7998]

scyn bear: do you even know what trimming means? idiot.

[@misaberry]

When I type this link into google, the first thing that comes up is American Cancer Society and they deny all of this and say that there is no link. Why are they doing this, Doc? (i have an idea why but just asking)

[@paolatropical]

wow Dr.

[@veg]

My selfmade Antiperspirant = Natron (baking soda) + Water. Works better than everything i've ever had!

[@Chronically_ChiII]

Wip it, through the, glas, nigga.

[@raneksi]

Where is the evidence that baking soda contains aluminum? crunchybetty.com/the-great-baking-soda-anti-hoax/

[@alohafromhh8758]

baking soda should never contain aluminum. It is simply sodium bicarbonate. Baking powder often contains aluminum but you can buy it without aluminum at the health food stores.

[@XPrincess30]

yea that works for me for occasional use (better with coconut oil instead of water) but eventually irritates me and gives me a rash if used too many days in a row

[@Shack]

How many times a day do you have to apply this?

[@yamiirocks]

Do all antiperspirants have aluminium? If not, then which ones are safe?

[@abcde12345edcba]

Try lemon. That simple. I thought it was crazy too but it works even in the most intense activities. Take a fresh lemon cut it in half and squeeze it while rubbing it under your arm. Just don't use it directly after shaving because it could burn. Either wait an hour or shave with an electric razor.

[@sonichedgehog2861]

Simply buy deorderant without aluminum. It's a tad more expensive but it's worth it.

[@WhiteKitta]

WOW!

[@roclonghorn111]

Coconut oil and baking soda work amazingly.

[@patriciagigileva]

Well, I started using this product because my armpits were smelling bad. After years using it, I tried to stop because of the relation between aluminium and breast cancer. So far I tried 3 different brands and types without aluminium and even coconut oil, but they don't work for me... I can't stop using antiperspirants unless I go 100% raw eater and go fasting regularly... I heard it helps, so I will stop, at least, shaving and applying it right after.

[@TuscanWonder]

i have hyperhidrosis at pits, feet, and hands that is exacerbated by stimulants and stressors. what can i do other than healthy diet? i mean i literally can drip or have pits soaked in the right conditions

[@cghul7315]

Tuscan Wonder Just make sure you are cold at school and work

[@brefosdex]

see a chiropractor, you may need an adjustment, see the videos of dr. john bergman, there is one for skin.

[@jambexuk]

Just went to the bathroom to check if my deodorant (anti-perspirant) has Aluminum in it because yesterday I shaved my arm pits and applied it today and now I have severe brain fog. It contains Aluminium chlorohydrate. The manufacturer actually changed their formula from a year ago.

[@derbybOyzZ]

When men shave their face and put on sunscreen they would have the same effect, correct?

[@InvisiMan2006]

Vegan Games What sunscreen has aluminum in it? Mineral sunblock (zinc based) sits on your skin and is safe.

[@BeyondUnknown00]

I stopped using deodorant when I turned vegan back in 2012.

[@freedomdividendnews5042]

same but people will judge us

[@BeyondUnknown00]

@@freedomdividendnews5042 who cares! I don't smell. I have noticed that ad long as I eat my leafy greens I don't smell, if I go three weeks without eating greens the funk rise up. So I eat my greens and don't smell.

[@y3ldarb2]

use aluminum free deodorants. Arm and Hammer has a few, though they don't label them as such -- you have to check the ingredients.

[@allisonpilcher4461]

I've found mineral salt deodorant to be more effective than clinical strength deodorant/antiperspirants that I use to use

[@oh_kale_yeah1199]

BOOM! I stopped using antiperspirant deodorant in my teens, after hearing about the link between aluminum and breast cancer, kinda thought maybe it was just a rumor, but better safe than sorry. Glad I went with my instinct and stopped. Hard to find non Antiperspirant deodorant for women so I've been using mens for a long while, but now have discovered Toms brand after going vegan, I love and it works. Funny thing to is I also stopped shaving my pits a few years back. Guess being a hippie has its benefits. 😂😂😂✌💚

[@johnlord8337]

An interesting comparison would be the European (especially eastern) women, shaving pits, anti-perspirants, and breast cancer vs the western woman and breast cancer.

[@littlesometin]

why?

[@johnlord8337]

Issue is shaving the pits, cutting the skin, and then applying the western (American) aluminum deodorants and anti-perspirants. Europeans are less pit-shaving and all the white man body hygiene products (ala au natural). If the western female is MORE susceptible to aluminum-induced breast cancer, then this needs to be known. If this can be shown, then there should be a huge female and medical repercussion against such aluminum products.

[@flyandshy00]

I started using aluminum-free deodorants, it doesn't help much with the smell sadly :(

[@hellobonjour9513]

Do you have a book about reducing oestrogen levels ? I have the levels of menopausal women and I'm just 23, I can't do anything, I used to be a dancer and study hard at the university (maths). Now I had to drop out of my master's degree. I sleep a lot, I have heavy bad cramps during period, 2 weeks cycles, cramps during pms, weight gain, cravings, I'm developing chronic back pain due to this excess upper body fat (15 kilos of fat gained on my upper body) T.T I don't know where to start, I don't recognise myself in the mirror anymore.

[@CharoMonet]

What if you wax or use an epilady???? Do they remove a layer of skin????

[@sharit7970]

I'm late to the party here, but waxing would remove some skin; epilation probably not. But waxing you only do every 2 weeks or so; it would be better than shaving if you continue to use this type of product.

[@olgadiniz]

With not using anti-p deodorants and eating vegan, even though I sweat a lot when I run or do smtg else, even when I don't apply deodorant I rarely smell. (warm country btw) I think I finally understand why.

[@plantseedsstaywoke9550]

Just use soap and water. That's what I do.

[@emilynya6397]

would you recommend a homemade deodorant of coconut oil & cornstarch?

[@Pyriphlegeton]

Why would it be a problem that it's genetically modified?

[@andybelle]

I actually have a non GMO cornstarch from the natural foods section of my grocery store

[@autumnsylver]

+Maggie Dentakos Did you know that organic uses pesticides too? Did you know that those organic pesticides are often a lot more toxic than conventional pesticides/herbicides? In the case of a popular organic pesticide, rotenone, and a conventional herbicide, glyphosate, rotenone is 200 times more toxic than glyphosate. Organic pesticides persist in the environment longer, and are more toxic to wildlife. More land is needed for organic crops, and less food is yielded from them than GMO crops. There is as much evidence showing that GMOs are safe as there is showing that humans are causing climate change.

[@kalem007]

You can use arrowroot powder as well. Here's a copy/paste of my previous comment. Make your own. It's so much cheaper (when you do the math of buying whole ingredients) and you know what's in it. There's lots of recipes out there - I make a variation of WellnessMama's recipe: wellnessmama.com/1523/natural-deodorant/ Start with a small amount of baking soda in your homemade deodorant; make sure you're not sensitive to it. Use essential oils like tea tree and lavender. Coconut oil, shea butter and arrowroot powder/cornstarch for the base. I've been using this for the past 3 years and works amazingly.

[@Kimmybunny]

Emily Rogerson yah that’s what I use.

[@blessedbygod3430]

Homemade deoderant= Zinc oxide powder and water works well even in those hot summer months.

[@nicevideomancanada]

My CoffeeMate just went in the garbage. Thanks Doc :-)

[@ginbulag4000]

lime juice then coconut oil, avoid white onions, green onions and garlic. use purple onions instead

[@investingwithbrian6196]

Garlic makes us smell better according to some studies

[@Falafelzebub]

A lot of those "natural" crystal deodorants are made from salts of aluminum, which is why they work.

[@NataschaO]

But many claim to be without aluminum chloride.

[@Falafelzebub]

Those are the ones you should get. People just need to be aware and not assume they are free of aluminum unless the label states they are.

[@Me-by8qi]

What about face shaving?

[@Me-by8qi]

Isn't there some carcinogenic things in shaving cream?

[@joanamnt1686]

Lemon jus as deodorant works wonders!

[@calgal8308]

Very scary. I've been using a lemon every day for over two years. Not stinky and the color of my underarms are like the rest of my skin. Works great!

[@freedomdividendnews5042]

I just use soap and water

[@smartbizwebmedia5922]

So... deodorant instead?

[@wabond]

I just use Milk of Magnesia as a antiperspirant.

[@berlinwall6674]

There's aluminum zirconium trichlorohydrex in my deoderant

[@claudianardelli3398]

As far as I know antiperspirants also stop you from sweating which is not okay either!! I stopped using conventional deodorants and antiperspirants ages ago, now I simply use crystal deodorant made from potassium alum and it works just fine

[@brefosdex]

Potassium alum is aluminium, don't use it. try corn starch with natural baking soda

[@FlashManinSpace]

Why not just use Bicarbonate soda instead? Its fast acting and oderless!

[@Shack]

I'm often around a lot of Indians and Africans who don't ever use any type of deodorant, yet you can clearly smell them from across a room. Is being abstinent really a better option than just using aluminum free deodorants?

[@investingwithbrian6196]

Curry (turmeric) makes us smell stronger

[@ramusbadisfish6582]

well... I was always into natural...

[@Uenmeedits]

I wax then use essential oil.

[@eelkeaptroot1393]

Just eat clean and low sodium and smelly sticky sweat seems to dissapear...

[@DeniseJackson9633]

Rubbing alcohol works well to reduce underarm hair growth and odor.

[@LiamGutierrez]

I use hand sanitizer, makes even the smelliest pit smell fresh and clean! :)

[@StarFlower99654]

I use baking soda. Best odor remover ever!

[@Pyriphlegeton]

A-lu-mi-ni-um! :D

[@Marianne_a_la_maison]

I now make my own homemade deodorant.

[@Meggalo]

thank God I've never used them :)

[@jaxamilius5237]

i love women with hair

[@ebaltrace]

Why NOT just wash your pits with plain water everyday? Don't sweat the smell.

[@RLee-yt4cm]

HAS ANYONE TRIED MILK OF MAGNESIA? True about antiperspirant, bacteria, needing more to rid smell. I stopped using antiperspirant and it took a while however no smell. When I exercise and sweat, doesn't smell bad. Good diet lifestyle helps what smell comes through pores too. I've had laser hair removal, haven't shaved my underarms in years. My armpits are like a hairless Chihuahua... that and other parts lol

[@leftyfourguns]

I'm a man and my favorite deodorant I've been using for years is aluminum. Going straight in the trash. If it's not good for women then I don't see why the same isn't true for men

[@dcgfhgjnzgfnjcbgn5828]

How about buzzing your pits with hair clippers or a moustache trimmer? Shaved armpits is such a stupid thing anyway. I know ppl who have weened themselves off of deodorant and eventually stop smelling.

[@Veganphobic]

My wife made deodorant at home that took no joke 3 ingredients That bad boy works better than any deodorant she used baking soda, coconut oil, and something else I'll never use commercial deodorant again

[@Veganphobic]

And a little jar lasted months

[@baarlimunchen9790]

Use coconut oil as an antiperspirant! It really works. I also use it to brush my teeth and for skin care.

[@shyenne.lyn777]

Crap I use dove deodorant well I’m only 11 so idk

[@theveganalien7091]

antiperspirants and deodorants make you dependant on them, I stopped using them about a year ago, the first month or so I did stink, after the it suddenly stopped.not kidding.

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Baking powder has aluminum ppl!