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It happens to the best of us. The dryness, the itching, the chafing, the redness.
Here are the facts: Some of us sweat more than others. You can wear a good deodorant, dress in primarily tank tops, and still sweat like a bear in the woods. (That’s the saying, right?) Everyone’s bodies process things differently, meaning alternative measures must be taken to ensure you don’t cause a flash flood when the temperature reaches 70.
SHOP ALL BODY POWDERSUsing a good body powder product helps to prevent body parts from sticking together (the dreaded bat wings, for example), prevents chafing from parts rubbing together (marathon runners swear by it), and eliminates body breakouts from excess sweat clogging your pores.
Skin irritations, jock itch, and athlete’s foot most commonly come from excess sweat and bacteria interacting on your body, which then attracts more bacteria, and so on and so forth. It’s a very un-sexy vicious cycle.
A typical body powder helps to treat the symptom of itching and even helps soak up excess sweat that can make everything worse...but a great body powder does all that stuff without using harmful chemicals that can further irritate your skin.
You’re always going to want a product that’s free from aluminum and alcohol. Both of these common ingredients can further irritate your skin, causing even more sweat, and thus, more bacteria. Go for a finely-ground powder without any of the fragrance oils that can inflame your already sensitive dermis tissue.
TALC-BASED POWDERS
The most traditional solution, talcum powders are what's generally thought of when referencing men's powders. They'll keep a guy dry all day and quickly absorb moisture to prevent chafing. Plus, being the standard formula, they can be purchased in a variety of scents and consistencies.
NATURAL CORNSTARCH-BASED POWDERS
Anyone who has ever cooked with cornstarch knows it's great for thickening because it rapidly soaks up moisture. It works the same way on a man's junk. Although it won't keep you dry for as long as talc powder, some men really enjoy the comfort gained via the friction-reducing properties of starch. And, for guys with talc allergies, it's the only and most natural way to go.
SPRAYS, GELS, AND OTHER SCIENTIFIC WONDERS
Powders are now available in a variety of innovative forms. Dry Goods has pioneered a point-and-spray powder, which has all the performance of talc with none of the mess. Anthony makes a one-of-a-kind lotion that turns into a powder on contact for an application that's both mess and guess-free. These options are the best for those desiring a flake-free bathroom floor.
As you know by now, body powder is a powerful tool to have in your grooming arsenal. But, if the point hasn’t hit home yet, here are a few parting uses for body powder you may not have thought about.
DO YOU REGULARLY TRIM YOUR NECK WITH AN ELECTRIC TRIMMER?
In barbershops around the world, it’s tradition to finish a neck trim with good smelling body powder. As we’ve explained before, body powder helps to soothe any irritation you might have, plus it helps seal and protect your skin and open pores. (Also, if you have thick hair, a wet shave may cause your skin to break into bumps. You can use body powder instead of oil or cream. This has shown to eliminate skin bumps and breakouts for thick-haired men.)
DO YOU HAVE OILY HAIR?
Oily hair rarely looks as sexy as Antonio Banderas makes it look. Instead, it just looks sloppy. In a pinch, sprinkle body powder in the roots of your hair, then run your hands through your hair a few times. Voila! Your hair looks fresh instead of oily, and it smells awesome.
DO YOU STORE SPORTS EQUIPMENT IN YOUR CLOSET?
Just as body powder can help eliminate the odor of sweaty shoes, you can use it to make your closet smell fresh. Or at least neutralize the smell of sweaty balls... and gloves. Also, generally speaking, if you don’t like the smell of closet sachets of potpourri, you can use body powder as an alternative to eliminate the odor of dust and age.
Sweat-absorbing and friction reducing, this Grooming Lounge barber-approved, talc-based formula ensures odors, itchiness, and excess stickiness steer clear of chests, backsides, feet, and private areas. This must-have product leaves parts feeling and smelling fresh. Easily the best body powder on the planet in our humble opinion.
Anytime. Anywhere. Throw this Balla for Men powder on the body. Simply sprinkle some of the product into hand and apply to the desired area to provide a dry and comfortable feeling with a cool masculine fragrance.
Revolutionary, easy-to-apply lotion turns quickly into a drying powder (give it a minute) to keep the nads and groin area fresh and smelling clean all day long. No mess or clumps (like most powders) as the "liquid powder" quickly absorbs with ease preventing wetness, chafing and that horrible sweaty feeling. Natural formula uses Macadamia Nut oil (nut oil for your nuts) to prevent irritation and Aloe Vera as an anti-bacterial (and freshness) agent. Fresh scented, formula is perfect for the home, office, gym or on the road. Free of parabens, phthalates, GMOs, DEA, triclosan, and gluten. Allergy and dermatologist tested.
The perfect solution for athletes to office warriors alike, a 360º spray valve ensures even application (stuff never clumps together) while this Dry Goods quick-dry formula means a thin, even layer that will stay in place all day. Talc and zinc oxide provide long-lasting relief from bothersome wetness with a quick-drying formula to absorb sweat and funky odors
This gentle powder from Brickell uses all-natural, quality ingredients to defeat odorous bacteria, subduing your body's natural funk without irritating skin. Cornstarch dries sweat and perspiration upon contact, keeping you dry and comfortable at the gym or on an unbelievably hot day. Aloe Vera and Provitamin B5 team up to hydrate and cool the skin, soothing any irritation or chafing.
Chafe protection makes this MenScience powder perfect for sweaty high-movement activities such as sports or taking a hike with your mother-in-law. Corn Starch and Zinc Oxide lead a sweat-fighting blend of dermatologist-tested ingredients to help keep you fresh all day.
We’re not here to judge your chest hair. It’s not our business whether you choose to go furry or smooth. Frankly, we’re getting a little ill just talking about it. However, we are indeed in the business of helping men take care of themselves – and should grooming chest hair be part of that – we certainly wanna’ tell you how it’s done.
FITNESS FANATICS' FAVORITE GROOMING SOLUTIONS
Staying in tip-top shape is hard work. While we don't have any solutions that will make you look like The Rock, we do offer a slew of products that will help make exercising more comfortable. See our top picks below to help with all the grooming issues yogis, fitness freaks and athletes face.
BEST MEN'S DEODORANTS
Whether you’re going for a product for protection from sweat or a straight-up odor fighter, finding the best deodorant and antiperspirant isn’t as easy as it sounds. For the especially sweaty and dry-guys alike, a good deodorant has to check off a couple of boxes to be considered pit-worthy. From woodsy scents for woodsy guys to all-natural sweat-fighting powder, these are the six best deodorants and antiperspirants for summer.
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