Frequently Asked Questions

Ever wonder why your underarms turn into a scent factory after a long day? Let’s break it down: Body Odor (BO) isn’t just sweat—it’s a sneaky collaboration between your body and some tiny troublemakers. Here’s the scoop on how it happens, and why our game-changing deodorant is your new best friend.

1st: Sweat Hits the Scene

Your underarms are home to two types of sweat glands—eccrine and apocrine. Eccrine glands pump out watery sweat to cool you down, but it’s the apocrine glands that stir up the real drama. When you’re stressed, hot, or active, these glands release a thicker, protein-rich sweat. Alone, it’s odorless—think of it as a blank canvas.

2nd: Bacteria Crash the Party

Enter the culprits: Staphylococcus and Corynebacterium, the bacteria chilling on your skin. These microscopic party crashers LOVE that apocrine sweat. They feast on its proteins and lipids, breaking them down into stinky byproducts like thioalcohols (think onions) and fatty acids (hello, cheesy whiff). In just minutes, your underarm goes from fresh to funky.

3rd: The Smell Takes Over

As these bacteria munch away, they churn out volatile compounds that waft into the air. That’s BO—a sour, musky scent that clings to your shirt and confidence. Left unchecked, it’s a 24/7 odor factory, fueled by every drop of sweat you produce.

The Fix?: Fight Back with Science!

Say goodbye to masking sprays and hello to real protection. Our patent pending revolutionary deodorant of a proprietary blend of alpha-hydroxy acids (AHA) doesn’t just cover up BO—it stops it at the source by wiping out Staphylococcus and Corynebacterium before they can stink up your day. Its that simple control the bacteria control the odor. No detox no secondary sprays no fake claims!

Our smooth emulsion roll-on deodorant offers a superior, gentler alternative to traditional alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) products, particularly those that only address the underarm surface not the pores, and without reducing acid-related irritation. Unlike these formulations, our product penetrates pores and neutralizes burn receptors, delivering targeted efficacy to both the surface and deeper layers. Many alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) products incorporate synthetic ingredients, surfactant-based emulsifiers, and potentially harmful additives, which can irritate the skin or raise long-term safety concerns. In contrast, our formula avoids these components, using a surfactant-free emulsifier, natural ingredients, and stabilizers to ensure a safe, underarm-specific application.

Traditional alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) products often cause skin irritation or a burning sensation due to their acidity, but our deodorant counters this with a proprietary blend that soothes the TRPV1 receptor, responsible for discomfort and irritation. This roll-on delivers a refreshing, clean application, combining effective odor protection with enhanced comfort, distinguishing it from other alpha-hydroxy acid (AHA) products on the market.

We use “Only Good Stuff No Bad Stuff”

This product is free of aluminum, preservatives, parabens, sulfates, surfactants, drying alcohols, silicones, polyethylene glycol, carbomers, animal byproducts, and sodium bicarbonate (Baking Soda).

We use organic ingredients when available.

Everyone experiences scent a little differently, so the best way to find your favorite is to try them for yourself. You can order a Scent Sample Pack for free to explore our full range and discover which ones you love most.

https://www.firmfoundationcosmetics.com/shop/p/scent-samples