Dr Hauschka - Deodorant Roll-On Fresh 50ml

• Deodorises naturally.
• Quickly absorbed and non-sticky.
• Does not sting.
• Does not leave a residue.
• Herbal extracts care for the skin.
• Suitable for men and women.
• Aluminium free.

Water/Aqua

Deionised (reverse osmosis) spring water is used.

Alcohol

Plant alcohol is used as a preservative and helps firm and tone the skin. It is derived from fermentation of fruit, maize and potatoes. The quantities of alcohol in the Dr.Hauschka preparations are not sufficient to dry out the skin.

Triethyl Citrate

This is a naturally occuring deodorant, produced from citric acid. It works with the Zinc Ricinoleate. The citric acid reduces the pH of the skin, which in turns deactivates the enzymes (these decompose the sweat into unpleasant smelling compounds).

Glycerin

Fragrance/Parfum

A combination of specially blended, carefully chosen pure essential oils, unique for each preparation.

Ricinus Communis (Castor) Seed Oil

Zinc Ricinoleate

It serves to eliminate odours on the skin.

Bentonite

This is derived from natural clay mineral deposits. The clay is put into water where the impurities sink to the bottom. The water is drained off and the bentonite is dried.

Salvia Officinalis (Sage) Leaf Extract

Hamamelis Virginiana (Witch Hazel) Extract

The bark and leaves from biodynamic Witch Hazel are used for their anti-inflammatory properties. The essences are very widely used in the preparations and Witch Hazel has a long established tradition of use in skin care.

Limonene

This is a component of natural essential oil.

Linalool

This is a component of natural essential oil.

Geraniol

This is a component of natural essential oil.

Citral

This is a component of natural essential oil.

Benzyl Benzoate

This is a component of natural essential oil.

Farnesol

This is a component of natural essential oil.

Coumarin

This is a component of natural essential oil.

Citronellol

This is a component of natural essential oil.

Eugenol

This is a component of natural essentail oil.

Benzyl Salicylate

This is a component of natural essential oil.

Hydrogenated Jojoba Oil

Sucrose Laurate

This is an emulsifier which is fatty acid derived from coconut oil combined with sugar from maize. It is skin friendly and inhibits the growth of odour producing bacteria.

Cetearyl Alcohol

This is a fatty alcohol, a blend of cetyl and stearyl alcohols in a 70:30 ratio. It is a solid, white, wax like substance. It is used for consistency and as a stabiliser. They are derived from coconut oil and palm oil.

Lecithin

This is an emulsifier and it helps moisturise dry skin as it affects the fluid content of the keratinised cells in the epidermis.

Sodium Magnesium Silicate

This is a soft naturally occuring mineral which absorbs excess moisture. It is a silicic acid which improves the consistency of the product and prevents it from separating.

Xanthan Gum

This is a natural (produced from ferment of sugar) emulsifier.

Citric Acid

Derived from molasses and isolated by recrystallization. It is used to obtain correct pH balance.

Suitable for Vegans.