We need studies on how Magnesium Oxyde deodorant impact skin's bacteria

Question

Some studies exist that have shown deodorants change skin's bacteria in such way that bad ones like Staph. could penetrate the skin and proliferate on the skin instead of good bacteria.For other and various reasons, Magnesium (Oxyde and Hydroxyde) deodorant have been created.What are their impact on bacteria?Is this magnesium absorbed by the body? (I bet yes, and it would not be harmful I guess).

alexfromapex · Accepted Answer

I also wish more studies would be done on aluminum as an antiperspirant in deodorant. We already know that aluminum is not good for humans. As new information comes to light in science, as it has with sunscreens, it seems prudent to do reviews.

LinuxBender · Answer

I dont know about oxide specifically but people soak in Magnesium Sulfate in the bathtub all the time. It is absorbed but to what degree I do not know. There are known risks and warnings issued for using bath salts. [1] I assume perhaps incorrectly that there could be similar/related risks. Perhaps some biologists would be kind enough to chime in.[1] - https://www.medicalnewstoday.com/articles/epsom-salt

Wildgoose · Answer

If you allow your skin&rsquo;s good bacteria to flourish then you don&rsquo;t need deodorant. I wash with soap-free cleansing bars (Seba Med for those interested) that doesn&rsquo;t disturb your skin&rsquo;s natural oils and I don&rsquo;t need deodorant - deodorants with aluminium being particularly bad. They kill good bacteria thereby allowing harmful (and bad smelling) bacteria to proliferate.