Keep in mind that fragrance compounds in perfumes will degrade or break down if improperly
stored in the presence of heat, light, and oxygen. To prolong the life of your fragrances, keep them
away from sources of heat, and store them in dark cabinets where they will not be exposed to light.
Perfumes are best preserved in their original packaging and should be stored in a fridge when not in
use. An opened full bottle will keep the scent intact for up to a year, but as the level goes down, the
oxygen will eventually alter the fragrant composition. Any dust, skin, and debris trapped in a bottle
will degrade the quality of the perfume.
Keep in mind that fragrance compounds in perfumes will degrade or break down if
improperly stored in the presence of heat, light, and oxygen.All-Natural Deodorants
In the modern world, sweat odor has become unacceptable. While the faint, clean smell of sweat
might be considered sexy, nothing is more repulsive than body odor reeking from underarms after a
brisk walk in a heavy coat. Pharmacies and drugstores offer a huge selection of sweat-busters loaded
with propylene glycol, aluminum, Triclosan, and synthetic fragrances. Fortunately, there are many
green alternatives that work against sweat just as well.
First of all, I would not recommend using “rock” deodorants, which are based on aluminum salts.
Unlike commercial antiperspirants, rock deodorant does not stop perspiration; it only eliminates odor
due to the antibacterial action of potassium alum, a naturally occurring mineral with the chemical
name aluminum potassium sulfate. It’s still unclear whether rock deodorants load the blood with the
same amounts of aluminum as commercial antiperspirants, but if, like me, you prefer to err on the side
of caution, you’ll want to explore other alternatives.
So, how can we stay fresh-smelling naturally? There are plenty of reliable odor-busters in natural
food stores. Unlike antiperspirants, they do not block sweat glands, causing toxin buildup under the
skin. Instead, they sanitize the underarm area and kill the odor-causing bacteria. Weleda, Desert
Essence, Dr. Hauschka, Aubrey Organics, Neal’s Yard, and Origins make excellent green deodorants
that can also double as room sprays, if the emergency arises.
Need a quick refresher on the run? According to natural health guru Dr. Andrew Weil, you could
just rub alcohol under your arms because it acts as an antibacterial agent. A light dusting of baking
soda deodorizes and keeps underarms dry. You can also prepare a deodorant at home. Try this easy
recipe.
Green Spice Deodorant
1 cup vodka
2 tablespoons witch hazel
3 drops tea tree essential oil
1 drop juniper essential oil
1 drop lemon essential oil