Sure Maximum Protection Deodorant Cream in Everyday Fresh

Deodorant is a necessity and when you find "the one" it can change your life. Okay, maybe I'm being a bit dramatic with that but it certainly does help. Through my life, I've gone through deodorant can after deodorant can, usually buying whatever is on offer. I've never fully committed to a certain brand but when I started using Sure Maximum Protection Deodorant Cream in Everyday Fresh* my entire perspective on deodorants changed.

Sure claim that this deodorant is 2x stronger than the leading antiperspirant and it used a tri-solid™ formula which is made up of three components. These components are: extra strength dryness protection, patented fragrance technology and skin conditioning ingredients. All of these components work together to make sure that you are protected and smelling fresh throughout the day while ensuring that your skin is protected from irritation. The deodorant cream is mild enough to use every day and also available in four fragrances (which you can view here).

I've been using this deodorant for a couple of weeks now (including throughout the dreading Freshers Week). Partying every night in sweaty, overcrowded clubs can be an absolute nightmare but I didn't have to worry with this deodorant. It's actually perfect. It smells fresh and clean and the protection is outstanding - much better than any other deodorant I've tried. I was a little bit worried about this being a cream as for me, they tend to be quite wet but this one dries straight away which means that you can get dressed instantly.

I highly doubt that I will stray away from this deodorant. It is more expensive than your usual deodorants but it's incredibly good and despite using it daily for a couple of weeks, I've barely used any of it. You can buy this deodorant here for £5.30.

Have you tried this deodorant before? Which deodorant is your favourite?
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REVIEW: Dove Original Compressed Deodorant & OOTD

Woooah, how hot has it been this weekend?! And how hot is going to be today for that matter?! One product that is a must-have in this weather is without a doubt deodorant. We all sweat - there's no getting past it unless you have super glands or something - and when the weather is hotter, we sweat more so having a good deodorant is essential to ensure that it's our perfume others can smell. My favourite deodorant brand has always been Dove. My love affair with their deodorants began when I first used their Hair Minimizing deodorant as it didn't leave white marks, it left my underarms very soft, it smelt beautiful and best of all, it kept odours at bay and did its job perfectly.

When brands first starting advertising their compressed deodorants I definitely didn't buy into it. I didn't believe it was true and I didn't understand how they did it (and why they hadn't been doing it for years). So when I was offered the chance to try out Dove's Original Compressed Deodorant,* I jumped at the chance. I wanted to put all of my fears at bay and see if these little compacts lasted as long as the bigger sizes. Dove claim that their Compressed range lasts just as long as previous 150ml Dove deodorants which is perfect if you travel a lot or don't have a lot of space in your beauty cabinets.

First thing's first - the deodorant itself. I've tried many different variations of Dove but this is the first time I've used their Original deodorant and I'm obsessed. It smells very fresh and clean and it does a great job at being an antiperspirant. Dove also claim that these deodorants include the Dove ¼ moisturising cream which gives you beautifully soft underarms and I can't disagree with this claim. Although I doubt I'll switch from the Original formula - purely because of its smell - Dove's Compressed range is also available in many different variants including Invisible Dry 48hr, Go Fresh Cucumber and Green Tea, Go Fresh Pomegranate and Lemon Verbena, Beauty Finish 48hr and Pure 48hr so you're bound to find a fragrance for you.

Secondly, the big question - do these mini cans last as long as the bigger cans? I can't vouch for it as of yet as I'm still using mine up. I've had mine for three weeks now and I've used it every day - and sometimes more - since. I'm not sure how long a deodorant normally lasts me but I'd say around a month so it's going strong so far and I definitely now believe the Compressed claim. The new packaging is much friendlier to the environment and it reduces the carbon footprint by 25% which is always good news. But for us - the consumer - these smaller bottles are great for throwing into your handbag for touch ups throughout the day. Mine even stays in my make up bag now which is wonderful. It's also nice knowing that when you go on holiday, you don't have to take one of those tiny travel sized deodorants that end up lasting you a couple of days.

And finally, Dove's PR being the wonderful PR that it is showed us bloggers that good things really do come in tiny packages. As you can tell from the picture, I received two deodorants - one with the Original deodorant inside and the other with a beautiful blouse from Oasis. Not only does the blouse show how much you can fit inside a tiny 75ml can if you compress it enough but it's also beautiful and I love wearing it in the summer weather showing off my new soft underarms. Definitely a big thumbs up from me. From now on, I'll be buying the Compressed deodorants because I know they work, they're good for the environment and best of all, they're good for my handbag and travel.

Dove Compressed Deodorants retail for £2.89, as do the original 150ml bottles. You can view the entire range of Dove deodorants here. Have you tried any compressed deodorants before?

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REVIEW: Right Guard Xtreme Dry for Women

Today's post is a mixture of a review and also it could be in the Christmas 2012 tag because after all, there's nothing more important during the Christmas season partying than looking and feeling good right? And a good deodorant is guaranteed to do that for you. Since I last blogged about Right Guard deodorant I haven't switched from the brand as it really works and I love the scents.

Right Guard Xtreme Dry for Women has been scientifically proven to provide 72-hour protection against wetness and odour which means that whilst getting your groove on at Christmas parties, you won't be smelly and you won't have to worry about sweat patches when next day's Facebook photo tagging begins. It's a maximum strength anti-perspirant deodorant and it contains micro-absorbers to tackle wetness and fight body odour at its source. The deodorant is alcohol free and dermatologically tested which means that it's kind and gentle on the skin. The range has three different fragrances which are Pure Spirit*, Ultra Cool* and Fresh Control* which all smell very lovely but my favourite definitely has to be the Pure Spirit smell - I'm possibly swayed by the fact that the packaging is pink... Oops! These deodorants don't leave any white marks which is a biggy for me when it comes to finding that perfect deodorant, the scents last a long time on the skin but they don't mix with any perfumes and also, they really do work as anti-perspirants which is what we're after after all! The aerosol's are 150ml which I think is perfect for travelling and your handbags if you want to take them on a night out and the roll-on is 50ml which is also handy for travelling and taking out with you. 

The full range retails for £2.29 and is available at all leading supermarkets and chemists.

What is your favourite deodorant brand?

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REVIEW: Right Guard Total Defence 5

Right Guard have completely changed their deodorants! These new clever deodorants combine five essential benefits into one to ensure that you get total protection, all day. All three of them fight perspiration, prevent odour, provide long-lasting freshness, have a heat response formula that adapts to your level of activity and a low residue. As your body works, the encapsulated ingredients are released by heat and moisture and these provide further protection when you need it most - clever ey?! Total Defence 5* has 30% more protection power than previous Right Guard formulas.

I've tried Right Guard deodorants before and I wasn't impressed. I found that they left nasty white residue and didn't really provide much protection throughout the day. But these new formulas are fantastic. There are three different original varieties to choose from - Invisible, Sensitive and Unscented. I've found myself using the Invisible one most as no matter what, this never leaves white marks. The others do have their moments as most deodorants do. But the Invisible one has never left me any white marks. I also love the idea of the Unscented one as this doesn't clash with any perfumes so it's perfect if you're going on a date and want your partner to smell your perfume! 

Right Guard retails for £2.89 for 250ml and £1.99 for a handy handbag sized 150ml. You can buy Right Guard here and it's available from most leading pharmacies. 

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