Perspiration malodor relates to the presence of microorganisms including Corynebacterium xerosis, which degrade sweat via enzymatic reactions, producing malodorous compounds. As such, deodorant actives that reduce or prevent the formation of malodor act upon these bacteria and/or sweat production itself in various ways.
Patent Pick: Nature-inspired Deodorant Active Scent-sation
May 2nd, 2018