antiperspirant
noun
an·ti·per·spi·rant
ˌan-tē-ˈpər-sp(ə-)rənt 
ˌan-ˌtī-
: a preparation used to reduce perspiration
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There are also topical antiperspirants that can help.
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Beth Mole, Ars Technica, 10 Sep. 2024
And then there’s antiperspirants that do a slightly different thing.
—Chris Klimek, Smithsonian Magazine, 25 July 2024
Whole-body antiperspirants, on the other hand, contain aluminum compounds designed to block sweat glands.
—Sara Novak, Scientific American, 10 June 2024
Limit deodorant use: Many deodorants and antiperspirants may contain ingredients such as alcohol, fragrances, baking soda, dyes, and parabens—all of which can irritate the skin.
—Suchandrima Bhowmik, Health, 7 July 2024
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Beth Mole, Ars Technica, 10 Sep. 2024
And then there’s antiperspirants that do a slightly different thing.
—Chris Klimek, Smithsonian Magazine, 25 July 2024
Whole-body antiperspirants, on the other hand, contain aluminum compounds designed to block sweat glands.
—Sara Novak, Scientific American, 10 June 2024
Limit deodorant use: Many deodorants and antiperspirants may contain ingredients such as alcohol, fragrances, baking soda, dyes, and parabens—all of which can irritate the skin.
—Suchandrima Bhowmik, Health, 7 July 2024
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antiperspirant
noun
an·ti·per·spi·rant
ˌant-i-ˈpər-sp(ə-)rənt
ˌan-ˌtī-
: a preparation used to stop or reduce perspiration
Medical Definition
antiperspirant
noun
an·ti·per·spi·rant
ˌant-i-ˈpər-sp(ə-)rənt, ˌan-ˌtī-
: a cosmetic preparation used to check excessive perspiration
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