Sensitive pits can be, well, a tad melodramatic.
One wrong move - a harsh deodorant, overzealous shaving product, or a fragrance that's more chemical than charm - and suddenly, your underarms are staging a full-blown protest.
But why are some pits more temperamental than others? And how do you find a natural deodorant that keeps the peace without turning your skin into a battleground? Questions to all these answers below 😉
Why are armpits so sensitive?
Let’s get nerdy for a sec. Your underarms are home to sweat glands, hair follicles, and some of the most delicate skin on your body. They’re also the headquarters of your microbiome - a bustling community of bacteria that keeps odour-causing microbes in check while protecting your skin.
When everything’s balanced, your pits are happy little Vegemites. But throw that balance off? Chaos ensues.
While some armpits are laid-back and unbothered, others act like divas, flaring up at the smallest trigger. It’s a mix of biology, environment, and, frankly, a bit of bad luck.
Thin skin, packed nerve endings, constant moisture, and friction make your underarms a high-maintenance zone. Add harsh products or synthetic fragrances to the mix, and you’re looking at irritation central.
But everyone’s skin reacts differently. Some people’s pits are chill no matter what, while others sound the alarm at the first sign of trouble.
Then there’s the pH problem. Your skin thrives at a slightly acidic pH of about 5.5, but many deodorants, especially those with sodium bicarbonate aka bicarb soda (which is highly alkaline with a pH of around 9), upset this balance. The result? Redness, itchiness, and those pesky bumps.
Woohoo’s sensitive skin solutions
At Woohoo, we know pits better than most (we’ve been obsessing over them for 14 years, after all). That’s why we’ve designed deodorants to cater to every type of underarm, including the super-sensitive ones.
For those who struggle with bicarb soda, our bicarb-free formulas are game-changers. Packed with magnesium salts, they’re designed to be gentle yet effective, so you can stay fresh all day without the fiery effects.
Magnesium salts are a natural mineral that works as a powerful yet gentler alternative to bicarb soda. Unlike bicarb soda, magnesium salts are smoother and less soluble in water. This allows magnesium to slowly react with your sweat.
The smoother application and slower reaction allows magnesium to control bacteria without a sudden shift in your skin’s pH. This greatly reduces the chance of irritation and can also mean that your deodorant lasts longer.
Introducing our NEW Birthday Natural Deodorant & Anti-Chafe Stick (made with Magnesium!) 🎉
Speaking of magnesium… to celebrate 14 years of Woohoo, we’ve created a limited-edition, bicarb-free deodorant that smells like vanilla sponge cake.
Birthday is sweet, subtle, and oh-so-delicious-smelling (but please don’t eat it!). Formulated with 100% natural magnesium salts from the dead sea, it inhibits body odour by preventing the growth of bacteria. Also thanks to its crystalline structure it provides sweat and sebum absorption, leaving your skin dry and smooth.
The Birthday Natural Deodorant & Anti-Chafe Stick is extra gentle on sensitive skin, fights BO like a champ, and even tackles chafing. Plus, it comes in biodegradable cardboard packaging and is suited for just about everybody - normal skin types and sensitive folk.
Woohoo Natural Deodorant & Anti-Chafe Stick (Birthday) 60g
More natural deodorants for sensitive skin
While our Birthday Scent is stealing the spotlight, we’ve also got a whole squad of sensitive skin heroes ready to have your back (and your pits):
- NEW - Woohoo Drift: Sea salt, cypress and melon will have you feeling relaxed, and your pits odour-free. Available as a deodorant stick.
- Woohoo Tango: A zesty tangerine and lemon scent that’s fresh, vibrant, and completely bicarb-free. Available as a deodorant stick or paste.
- Woohoo Mellow: Our gentlest formula - no bicarb, no essential oils, no scent - just pure, effective protection for the most delicate underarms. Available as a deodorant stick or paste.
Woohoo Natural Deodorant & Anti-Chafe Stick (Mellow) 60g
So whether you’re partying with our cake-scented Birthday deo or sticking to your trusty go-to faves, Woohoo’s magnesium-powered formulas are here to keep your sensitive skin calm, cool, and drama-free :)
Click here to shop Woohoo’s Sensitive Skin Natural Deodorant range.
