Guest guest Posted May 7, 2003 Report Share Posted May 7, 2003 Yes!! This was me for *years*.. I wore tight white Tshirts under all my clothes to absorb what it could, hoping it wouldn't show!! [shopping for clothes that would not show the Tshirt was a pain!] I also had the " immune " problem.....I could *not* use the same brand twice in a row; as then not only would I have the " damp " problem, but an odor one as well <yuck>. I have had *no* problems with this since starting to use the white vinegar and EO's. It was recommended to me on another list I was on at the time. Forgotten the name, but the topic was health issues. Good luck finding what works for you! ~Pixx On 6 May 2003 at 21:21, Sheryl Arndt wrote: > My problem is that I have been described by an acupuncturist as having > a " damp " condition. This basically translates into sweating a lot. I > (bad me!) usually use antiperspirant for this reason because try as I > might, I can't get rid of this " damp " condition. Of course, my " damp " > body has this habit of becoming immune to my latest purchase of > whatever antiperspirant happened to be on sale at the time, so I keep > switching brands and praying that something works! I have tried > deodorants, but can't stand the sweaty feeling. Has anyone else had > this problem? > > Pixx <lists wrote:White vinegar with a few drops of > whatever Essential Oil has worked wonders for me for over a year > now........I usually put in lavendar, or orange. Dab, or spray it on. > I don't sweat as much, either! > > I thought the 'stone' was *awfull*; made me itch!! > ~Pixx > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 7, 2003 Report Share Posted May 7, 2003 I haven't had the problem, but I cannot stand to be wet. Especially in the summertime when it gets upwards of 110+ degrees in las vegas. I must have deodorant or else I don't feel clean. Nothing to do with cultural crap, that's just my personal preference. :-) Megan Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 7, 2003 Report Share Posted May 7, 2003 Hi there -- I too have this problem. I'm surprised your accupuncturist didn't suggest treatments to bring you back to equilibrium? What helped for me was incorporating more " fire " into my diet (being the herbalist, I did this through tinctures, but you can do it lots of ways.) There are many foods and things that bring sun/fire into your life. Check out some books and see what you can find. Why treat the symptom and not the source? My $.02. -K , Sheryl Arndt <ssarndt> wrote: > My problem is that I have been described by an acupuncturist as having a " damp " condition. This basically translates into sweating a lot. I (bad me!) usually use antiperspirant for this reason because try as I might, I can't get rid of this " damp " condition. Of course, my " damp " body has this habit of becoming immune to my latest purchase of whatever antiperspirant happened to be on sale at the time, so I keep switching brands and praying that something works! I have tried deodorants, but can't stand the sweaty feeling. Has anyone else had this problem? > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 7, 2003 Report Share Posted May 7, 2003 Here's a fun fact. Deodorants (or at least certain brands of anti-perspirant roll-ons) can cause sweat glands to become infected and swell up. It doesn't happen frequently, just once in a while (basing this on personal experience). I verified with the doctor that this was true. I also verified it through stopping putting on the roll-on and seeing the swelling decrease. Of course, using no deodorant can cause a certain problem if you want to mingle with the public . . . . Gary Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted May 7, 2003 Report Share Posted May 7, 2003 Interesting. It's been awhile since I've seen the acupuncturist. He worked primarily on drug treatment clients for the state of MO and as an employee we got cheap $3 treatments. He also was restricted on what he could do there. He did suggest some tea with some dry herbs in it. I really need to find a new acunpuncturist here in Albuquerque (if I could ever learn to type that name right on the first try!!!) Jigilou Snicklefitz <jigilou wrote:Hi there -- I too have this problem. I'm surprised your accupuncturist didn't suggest treatments to bring you back to equilibrium? What helped for me was incorporating more " fire " into my diet (being the herbalist, I did this through tinctures, but you can do it lots of ways.) There are many foods and things that bring sun/fire into your life. Check out some books and see what you can find. Why treat the symptom and not the source? My $.02. -K , Sheryl Arndt <ssarndt> wrote: > My problem is that I have been described by an acupuncturist as having a " damp " condition. This basically translates into sweating a lot. I (bad me!) usually use antiperspirant for this reason because try as I might, I can't get rid of this " damp " condition. Of course, my " damp " body has this habit of becoming immune to my latest purchase of whatever antiperspirant happened to be on sale at the time, so I keep switching brands and praying that something works! I have tried deodorants, but can't stand the sweaty feeling. Has anyone else had this problem? > > > > > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 19, 2005 Report Share Posted October 19, 2005 Katie This was my story, too. Fisrt the crystal worked, then not. Next the crystal roll-on worked, then not. I then tried all kinds of other hfs store ones, some better than others, some friendier than others. None that worked well. Finally, my aromatherapist gave me hers for free to sample and told me to let her know. IT WORKED. It was a Crystal Mist with several essential oils like tea tree, thyme, etc. I wonder if it worked long term because it was a spray pump? The prob is the aromatherapist is far away so when I ran out I tried a new brand (I'd never seen it before) that is stick (white) deodorant but sounds totally healthy/friendly. It was pricier than the others but it is such an embarrassing problem that I don't even mind. Again, it worked but it has only been one month. I've already promised to post the product info but keep forgetting to in the evening (I check my mail at work). I'll try to remember tonight. FWIW, before finding something that worked i often brought a baggie of wet baby washcloths and small thing of soap along and 'wiped down' in the washroom at lunch. 2 other things I tried: liquid chlorphyll-I'd read that it reduced bo but it didn't work for me though that may have been due to not using it properly and (2) loose (ish) cotton clothing. This did work for me though it is hard to find clothes that are cotton, easy to maintain and professional. Madeline > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 21, 2005 Report Share Posted October 21, 2005 Madeline, I'm glad I'm not the only one! I wonder if you've hit upon something with your mention of cotton clothes. I do seem to do better with cotton shirts. Here's something I noticed, if I did wind up a little stinky the smell never seems to totally leave the shirt I've been wearing no matter how much or what type of washing it gets. What I'm very inarticulately trying to say is I sometimes wonder if I'm the one getting stinky or if its residual stinky in my clothes? While we're on the topic, has anyone ever had a crystal roll on get tainted by someone using it that already had a little body odor? Would that ruin it? Thanks for sharing. Katie http://frugalveggiemama.blogspot.com FareChase - Search multiple travel sites in one click. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted October 21, 2005 Report Share Posted October 21, 2005 has anyone ever had a crystal roll on get tainted by someone using it that already had a little body odor? Would that ruin it? >Thanks for sharing. Katie, That is why the crystal no longer worked for me. If i reapplied without showering it would take on my bo. Madeline Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 9, 2007 Report Share Posted June 9, 2007 wow interesting on the coconut oil. thanks for your replies everyone! dee ************************************** See what's free at http://www.aol.com. Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 9, 2007 Report Share Posted June 9, 2007 For those still wanting or feeling the need for dedorant take a look at Lavilin. It contains zinc oxide, petroleum jelly, talc, potato starch, calendula oil, arnica oil, vitamin E, ascorbyl palmitate (vitamin C ester), citric acid, natural fragrance. It seems to create an environment where the odor causing bacteria are not happy. You still sweat, so doesn't clog pores or try to interfere with sweat glands. Big plus is that you use a TINY amount, about the size of a drop of water, every couple days. Here's a blurb from the company: LAVILIN – The long lasting cream–deodorant. The creation of its unique formula, based on natural extracts, is a sensation of 20th century. More than 25 years it bears the palm on the world market of deodorants, and serves as a symbol of cleanliness and health. A small amount of cream is enough to eliminate the perspiration odor for up to 7 days. Developed at Hlavin Cosmetics Laboratories in Israel, “Lavilin” laid the foundation for the company’s success as an innovative leader in international cosmetics. This internationally patented preparation effectively combats perspiration odor for both men and women. The human body perspires and it is one of the main functions of organism. The odor occurs as a result of bacteria activity. Proteins and fats, which make up 15 percent of perspiration fluids, are consumed by bacteria. The by-products created by this process grow, multiply and decompose to create perspiration odor. LAVILIN kills this bacteria thereby effectively eliminating unpleasant odor. LAVLILIN is based on natural components, which act in conjunction with natural oils and plant extracts, relaxing the skin. The odor elimination is attained without using drastic chemical agents. The cream-deodorant does not contain alcohol therefore it is suitable for extra sensitive skin. What is most important, unlike the majority of anti-prespirants and deodorants, LAVILIN is aluminum free. Special researches show that aluminum is very harmful to human organism. Lavilin frees you from the embarrassment of unpleasant perspiration odor regardless of the amount and extent of physical activity. It allows you to bathe, swim, exercise and engage in strenuous sports. Whatever you do, whatever the weather, Lavilin leaves you “odor free”. The feet sweating and the appearing odor always were a serious problem that people suffered from and could not solve for centuries, irrespective of what climate they lived in or how well they kept their hygiene. “Hlavin Cosmetics Laboratories” reached the “hitch” in this field, which was acknowledged worldwide. “LAVILIN Foot Cream- Deodorant” was developed, now it serves as an effective, reliable, and easy-to-use remedy for eliminating the foot perspiration odor. It is a first preparation of its kind, able to solve this problem. “LAVILIN Foot Cream-Deodorant” is also effective for the period of 7 days. ..wyn The Raw Retreat http://TheRawRetreat.com o) 888.EAT.RAW4LIFE f) 877.236.6999 Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 9, 2007 Report Share Posted June 9, 2007 lol--great mental image! :-) Laurie rawfood , " Elchanan " <Elchanan wrote: > > On your face? > > (Sorry, couldn't resist. Well, could have, but didn't. Or, maybe couldn't. > Self-psychoanalysis is such a babble! > > Elchanan > _____ > > rawfood [rawfood ] On Behalf Of > Laurie Swanson > Friday, June 08, 2007 8:53 PM > rawfood > [Raw Food] Re: deodorant > > > I like the " Kiss My Face " unscented roll-on. > > Laurie > > Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
Guest guest Posted June 11, 2007 Report Share Posted June 11, 2007 You can also melt the coconut oil and mix in the equal amount of baking soda. If you like you can also add myrrh -- Sharie http://sunflower-meadows-sharie.blogspot.com/ Mom to 5 Great kids, 3 adopted kittens, 20+ chickens ,one old dog ,one newly adopted puppy who chews on everything, one Awesome Hubby,a growing organic garden, herb beds, lots of Soap and other goodies too! ) Quote Link to comment Share on other sites More sharing options...
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