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Dermatologists Recommend This Antiperspirant Over Drugstore Deodorants. Here’s Why…

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ByBeatrice WilterApr 12, 2024In Partnership With Carpe

Sweat is a fact of life, but that doesn’t change the fact that it’s a nuisance—particularly if you, like me, sweat a lot

Whether I was at the gym, out with friends, or on my way to a meeting, I always needed to mop my brow or bring an extra layer to hide the wet spots under my arms. I also have very sensitive skin, so I can’t tell you how many drugstore deodorants didn’t work for me.

That’s why, when I came across an Instagram ad for Carpe’s Underarm Stick—part of a family of dermatologist-recommended sweat products designed for the whole body—it seemed too good to be true.

A skin-safe antiperspirant with over 2,600 five-star reviews? With my perspiration problems? I had to at least give them a shot…

Safe, Well-Studied Ingredients

While researching Carpe, I learned that many drugstore antiperspirants use harsh chemicals and scents to mask perspiration. This can cause skin irritation and doesn’t always address the problem.

Carpe’s Underarm Stick, on the other hand, leverages safe, effective ingredients that are vegan, cruelty-free, and paraben-free. That’s why dermatologists like Dr. Ashish Bhatia, MD, FAAD recommend Carpe’s products.

If it’s good enough for the pros, it’s good enough for me! And even though products like Carpe’s Underarm Stick are dermatologist-recommended, there’s no Rx required, meaning they’re easy to get your hands on at around the same price as most specialty deodorants you can find at your local drug store. 

You can get Carpe’s Underarm Stick right now for $19.95—or only $15.96 when you subscribe and save!  

Real Dermatologists, Real Results

I remember all too well the embarrassment of showing up to meetings (or worse, dates) with big, ugly pit stains—to say nothing of the resulting body odor. 

Carpe’s Underarm Stick is formulated to gradually cover the channels in your skin that you sweat through so that, over time, you produce less sweat in that area overall. And let me tell you, it works

After using Carpe’s Underarm Stick for about a month (the recommended time to achieve maximum efficacy) I’m happy to report that I’m sweating less than I have in years and that it continues to remain incredibly effective after months of using it.  

Honestly, all I’ve had to do is apply the Underarm Stick once in the morning and once before bed, and my issues with excessive sweating have gone from dire to very well-managed. 

The texture, in my opinion, is also much better than other deodorants I’ve tried. It’s non-greasy, doesn’t seem to cake, and dries very quickly.

Surprisingly Good Scents 

When I’ve bought dermatologist-tested products in the past, they’ve either been scentless or very basic—so when I heard Carpe was dermatologist-recommended and non-irritating, I wasn’t expecting them to offer a variety of great (and unisex!) scents. 

Carpe’s Underarm Stick comes in 8 great scents (like Lavender Citrus, Mountain Breeze, and Coconut Vanilla) that stick around all day—even after my workouts! 

I personally went with the Fresh Powder scent, and it’s got a clean, pleasant smell that I’ll be sticking with for a long time. They, of course, have an unscented option, too! 

Products for the Whole Body (Not Just Your Armpits)

Personally, my underarms are my biggest concern when it comes to excessive sweating—but that’s definitely not the only area I have issues! 

Carpe gets this. In addition to classic antiperspirants like their Underarm Stick, they have a ton of sweat-absorbing products for other areas of your body including a sweat-absorbing Face Lotion and a Women’s Groin Powder.  

All of their products are packed with tested and derm-approved technology that are designed for maximum effectiveness. You can even take their Sweat Quiz to get matched with products that are right for you.

I recently did and have an order of their Face Lotion and Scalp Powder on the way!

Winning the Sweat Battle is Possible

After years of dealing with stained shirts and self-confidence issues, I’m relieved to have a product that not only keeps me from sweating but smells great all day and is safe for my skin. 

I’m kicking myself for not finding Carpe sooner! They even offer a 30-day money-back guarantee on all their products, so there’s no risk in giving them a try. If you’ve struggled to keep your sweat in check without using harsh store-bought products, don’t sleep on these guys. 

In other words: Carpe diem, my friends (see what I did there?)!