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To think that refillable solid deodorants are a brilliant idea?

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KimberleyClark · 06/08/2023 14:34

You get the case, refill it when needed, refill packaging is totally compostable so no plastic going to landfill. What’s not to like?

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Walruswithbraces · 06/08/2023 18:39

Because we want antiperspirant. And it's really expensive. That's what not to like.

ImBrian · 06/08/2023 18:37

I buy wild, it’s not cheap and if I’m not very careful it’ll leave white marks on everything but I can train/bike ride etc wearing it and I never smell.

inomniaparatis · 06/08/2023 18:27

I have an allergy to bicarb. I love the idea but my pits didn't! And any non-bicarb ones have been ineffective. Would love if the regular brands introduced refills to at least minimise plastic

youngestisapsycho · 06/08/2023 18:24

I bought the Fussy one… I don’t find it works as well as my usual Sure stick. It’s more expensive too and doesn’t last as long.

HewasH20 · 06/08/2023 18:21

@Namddf which I think sums up Wild perfectly. And we got sucked in as it genuinely smells nice.

Namddf · 06/08/2023 17:45

On a more serious note, companies providing these products are often very good at greenwashing. We all want to reduce the amount of single-use plastic we use, but often the processes used in these alternative products are just as bad for the environment and they result in just as much waste.

Ever since the concept of the ‘carbon footprint’ was created (oh, by the oil companies) we’ve been guilt-tripped on an individual basis into feeling bad about purchasing certain products and continuing with certain behaviours. The solid truth is that, while we can obsess over whether we throw away a little bit of plastic or a lot, we cannot single-handedly solve the environmental crisis we’re in.

There are books and articles that explain this better than I can, but it’s just something worth thinking about as we stress over which deodorant we should use and pay over the odds for products that are supposedly ‘green’.

ComeBackPeterComeBackPaul · 06/08/2023 17:35

HoliHormonalTigerLillyTheSecond · 06/08/2023 17:33

What does the nuxe smell like?

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I’m not good at describing smells but I would say it’s quite botanical, quite herby/eucalyptus-y . I think it last well too.

HoliHormonalTigerLillyTheSecond · 06/08/2023 17:33

ComeBackPeterComeBackPaul · 06/08/2023 17:02

Won’t be replacing the Wild that I bought after reading a previous thread. I don’t think it’s hugely effective and it gets very gunky. Going back to the Nuxe solid one.

What does the nuxe smell like?

HoliHormonalTigerLillyTheSecond · 06/08/2023 17:32

I love the wild one.
Linen & sea salt smells awesome

HewasH20 · 06/08/2023 17:12

I'm stuck with Wild until my refills run out then I'll switch. It's pure gimmickery, especially with the consumerist limited edition cases. Such a shame as I wanted it to be a good product when I found it on the shelf above Dove, Sure etc.

On the plus side, their mini stick in a cardboard tube is good. No hidden plastic and perfect for a top up, but still twice the price of a standard travel size product.

AlrightJulia · 06/08/2023 17:10

I've tried both the main brands - one irritated my skin to the point it dried up and had bleeding sore spots and I couldn't use any deo while I waited for it to heal, the other left greasy marks in my clothes which wouldn't wash out. Wouldn't use either again!

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KimberleyClark · 06/08/2023 17:04

Namddf · 06/08/2023 16:44

I don't understand why a brand that supposedly aims at reducing consumption keeps advertising new limited edition cases all the time... 🤔

Exactly. And (as I pointed out to them), the fact that the product is crap means that most people end up throwing the metal case away…

The Fussy case is better quality I think.

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ComeBackPeterComeBackPaul · 06/08/2023 17:02

Won’t be replacing the Wild that I bought after reading a previous thread. I don’t think it’s hugely effective and it gets very gunky. Going back to the Nuxe solid one.

mrstea301 · 06/08/2023 17:02

I totally support the idea, but I've had three goes at using Wild now and feel like that's enough. It's always fine for the first couple of weeks, then gradually starts bringing me out in massive welts. At one point, my beautician said it looked like I had chemical burns in my armpits. Back to Mitchum spray, until I find another alternative.

BunchofStars · 06/08/2023 16:58

Deodorants do nothing to prevent sweating. No point to them really.

ThePoshUns · 06/08/2023 16:57

Wishiwasatailor · 06/08/2023 16:08

Anyone tried life supplies refillable antiperspirant? Is it any good?

I use it and yes it's good. As good as Mitchum which I previously used.

ThomasHardyPerennial · 06/08/2023 16:56

A lot of packaging that claims to be compostable, is actually only compostable under certain conditions. Yet another lie about products claiming to be eco friendly.

Namddf · 06/08/2023 16:44

I don't understand why a brand that supposedly aims at reducing consumption keeps advertising new limited edition cases all the time... 🤔

Exactly. And (as I pointed out to them), the fact that the product is crap means that most people end up throwing the metal case away…

Namddf · 06/08/2023 16:41

HewasH20 · 06/08/2023 14:57

The refills are overpriced at over £6 unless you buy direct. The Wild case is abysmal quality. It took over 80 turns to get the side clips to go in to be able to pull the base off & the metal casing fell away from the plastic case. Their customer service is very "Hey Guys, our product can't possibly be crap as all these gorgeous people have been sucked in. Are you sure you're not just old and don't know how it works?"

I also hated Wild for this reason.

It also left terrible white marks on clothes and their customer service just told me I must be putting too much on!

SharonEllis · 06/08/2023 16:40

Its appalling to think how much plastic is going landfill with deodorants & most smell awful. I've been experimenting for years - my daughter has Wild & likes it though I've not tried it. But for me the very best is this. I am pretty sweaty & smelly but this is amazing. It really does neutralise the smell. In a glass pot & lasts for ages. I think I buy twice a year, tops. www.thegreenwoman.co.uk/fit-pit-woman

QuestionableMouse · 06/08/2023 16:35

pepino · 06/08/2023 16:00

Yes me too. I hardly ever smell, but with wild after a few hours I was ponging!!!
My daughter uses it and it stains her school shirts terribly.

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Wild made me smell so bad I had to go home mid shift, shower, and totally change clothes.

I'll stick to my Sure I think.

WestwardHo1 · 06/08/2023 16:33

If you're buying that stuff i.e accepting the fact that it's a deodorant rather than an anti perspirant, you may as well make your own.

Coconut oil, arrowroot powder, bicarb, some essential oil.

Marblessolveeverything · 06/08/2023 16:32

Yep our workplace went through a phase of these recently - they don't work for a lot of women. It wasn't pleasant!

The quality needs to improve, texture, drying time and the price point needs to be similar to spray alternatives.

Whattheactualwhatnow · 06/08/2023 16:29

Expensive, and because it’s not antiperspirant the sweat brings me out in a rash. Also same issues as PP with waste and difficulty when it comes to replacing. I’ll persevere but really I’d rather go back to spray.

Hmmph · 06/08/2023 16:29

I tried and liked Wild, but the refills don't last very long and are SO expensive so I have given up.

I don't quite understand why they are so expensive and small compared to disposables.