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A FAN of all things beauty has revealed her method for combatting armpit odor.
She makes her own deodorant using a popular skincare buy that doesn't break the bank but leaves her armpits smooth and stench-free.
Viktoriia Rusanova (@be_viky) prioritizes her wellness and that starts with clean ingredients in her products.
Instead of store-bought deodorants, she prefers creating her own.
Viky explained in an Instagram Reel that she stopped wearing traditional deodorant and advised viewers to do the same.
As an alternative, she uses The Ordinary's Glycolic Acid 7% Exfoliating Toner, $13, under her arms.
In the video, she demonstrated how she pours the toner into a roll-on deodorant bottle for easy application.
Next, she rubbed it under her armpits with a huge smile on her face.
Viky explained in the caption that the glycolic acid exfoliates your armpits and kills bacteria.
Removing bacteria eliminates any smells caused by it.
Dr. Alicia Zalka, a Connecticut-based dermatologist, is a fan of using glycolic acid instead of deodorant.
'It creates a more acidic skin environment to offset the alkaline pH often caused by soaps, which makes it inhospitable for bacteria related to odor-causing skin flora to take hold," she told Well+Good.
Viewers were impressed by Viky's deodorant hack, while others shared that they were already doing it.
"I’ve been wanting to try this glycolic acid. Such a good hack!!!!" one commented.
"Omg, the roller is so smart!! I just pat some on my underarms usually," another said.
"Oh my. I've just been applying this from a cotton ball, but this is so smart! Gonna try!" someone else added.
Others wanted to know where they could get the roll-on bottle.
"Wow brilliant. Where can I get that roller bottle," a fan asked.
A four-pack of Clear Refillable Glass Roll-On Deodorant Bottles can be purchased on Amazon for $12.99.
Many people are riding the anti-deodorant wave and have their own remedies for combating body odor.
Dr. Anatalia Moore is a GP and skin specialist with over 11 years of clinical experience.
She told The U.S. Sun that her goal is to equip patients with the knowledge they need to take control of their skin journey.
She said the fundamental basics of a beauty routine are the same for all ages — it should include an effective cleanser, moisturizer, and SPF.
"Moisturizers are my superstar, even over products containing active ingredients," she said.
“Finding a well-balanced moisturizer that provides the right kind of hydration, replaces natural oils, and seals them in, literally stabilizes your skin.
“This in itself quickly can soften the appearance of fine lines and texture, as often these are worsened by dehydration.
“It also allows the skin the function as it should.
“It then can heal faster, which amongst many things can lead to fewer lines and wrinkles, less flares of dermatitis and rosacea, and shorter-lived, milder breakouts.”
Dr. Moore's skincare staples:
Mom of three Cayley shared in her own TikTok video that she uses the hygiene trick.
But instead of using a roller bottle, she pours the glycolic acid into a spray bottle.
Meanwhile, TikToker Sarah has gone the all-natural route.
She makes her own DIY non-toxic body wax with beeswax, cacao butter, kokum butter, and coconut oil to keep odor at bay.
