Does my daughter need deodorant NOW?

Deodorant is used by people who sweat a lot. It is a kind of glue that you spray on the skin so the sweat can't come out (easily) at that spot. Ask yourself if your 8 year old daughter is such smelly, sweaty kid already that really needs to use deodorant. There are adults who don't need it and adult who use it and still smell terrible. There should be a good reason to use it, using it because it seems to be "time" for it is one of the worst reasons I ever heard. Also be aware of the fact that if your kid is sweating it will come out at other places, which is only natural. While we sweat we also get rid of a lot of poison we keep in our body, which is far of healthy. If your kid is really smelling you better giver her more healthy food so she has less poison in her body (it will take 3-6 weeks to get the poison out), no matter what kind of deo she will use.. if so.. you/people will still smell her through the deo.. wich is even more disgusting.

i dont think she needs one now. it's too early and she's too young for that. i was already 14 when i started using one. and even up to now i just use it during hot days when i sweat a lot. good thing i don't have body odor LOL. i still use those with mild formula and has to be unscented because they irritate my skin

In the US in some schools they start wanting the kids to bring deodorants or anti perspirants even in second and third grade, or about eight years old. Because of all the sugar and other stuff in our food, our sweat stinks. In elementary school kids do not shower after PE so they often just put on some more deodorant after PE. It is also good to emphasize showering, and maybe provide some body powder that has deodorant ingredients. I think unscented is always best because the more chemicals you have the more likely you are to have a reaction. Trying out different samples is a good idea. I know certain lines make things like "Teen Sport" deodorant. Make sure she drinks plenty of plain water and she will have less odor as well.

Hi Cricket... your child is only 8...I never used deodorant until I was 12 but then it was different...today most children are concerned with body odour and teasing at school so if you feel she needs something for her own comfort why don't you try some soft body spry...maybe something natural with less chemicals as possible just look around for something suitable.

You are pumping out more adrenalin than usual when you play sports. a little extra protection can never hurt. Your daughter may be at a young age for deodorant but the circumstaances may just be calling for it. Let her try the deodorant and and see how it goes with her sports.

I don't think she'll need it at this age unless she has overactive sweat glands. If you notice that she tends to get a little ripe after she's been super active, you could think about it, but as long as she showers every day I don't think it'll be necessary just yet.

Secret Clinical. It isn't harsh on her skin and she can wear it without worrying about any harsh odor. I highly recommend it because I have sensitive skin and I don't like harsh smells, and I wear it.

When we had my girls first start using deodorant it was about that age also. I used teen spirit with both of them. You can use a hypo alergenic one if you prefer. But I think that if she is usually not sensitive to things such as soap, lotions, body spray or detergent I think that you should be okay to start with a formula made for the ones just starting out with deodorant.

I don't think she needs a deodorant just yet. I could remember a documentary about deodorants and it was discussed that kids' sweat glands on the pits are still not developed enough to reek out odors. Perhaps you could guide her with bathing and hygiene. There are powders and soaps that are for kids which would help with their odors. But I guess frequent and well-washed clothes are still okay at this age. Good luck! Have a great MyLot experience ahead!

Sometimes kids do sweat and smell at that age so they do need deodorant. I was much older though when I needed it. I dont think it was until I was about 11 though. My daughter once in awhile will have smelly armpits but not every day or even every week and she just turned 8 on the 21st of may. I dont think you should put deodorant or antiperspirant on her until she starts to smell. Some of the deodorants I tried on my daughter does irritate her armpits.

My daughter is 8 and a half and very active (karate, swimming, running) and I think as long as she showers every day, there's no issue. If you use anything at all, I would look at anti-perspirant vs just straight deodorant because the reason for using it is to prevent the extra sweating lol. My daughter loves lotion and scented sprays so she always smells good, even when she's been outside jumping around for hours. Of course I could be blinded by the fact that I don't notice - but I used to notice my son all the time if he DIDN'T use deodorant and that resulted in having to roll the windows down in the car all the way home. I think most girls are better at taking care of themselves starting from a younger age, generally speaking of course. You could suggest something to her or let her pick out her own if you wanted to try.

My first question is, do you notice or smell any unpleasant smell from your daughter? I think she's still young to use deodorant. Most of kids on her age are active, may not be with sports but also playing around and it's normal for them to be seating that much. I would suggest teach or train her to have a good hygiene since she's is really into sports. then if you are really worried about giving her a deodorant, you can consult a doctor regarding this matter. You don;t need to use deodorant if it's not necessary, it may trigger bad odors if you don't have one. so be careful of choosing and letting your daughter use it on an early age.

I think your 8 year old daughter will smell sweet even if she sweats profusely. I have yet to come across kids that smell bad even after playing vigorously in the baking sun. So no deodorants for your little one!

i think when she hits peuberty at 13 or even 12. or try this. after she comes home have her lift her arm(I know its weird, but its better than u smelling her armpits lol!) and tell her to sniff and if she says it smells awfull then have her pick her own deo. u would want her to pick something like antipresperant because that fights sweat and blocks odor. I hope this help in some small way! happy MyLotting =D

As long as your daughther doesn't release any bad obor even she's sweating a lot, she does not need to have deodorant. I might ruin her delicate skin. Just have a proper hygeine by taking a bath.

I think you should start with natural ones, i hear calamansi is good- it's like small green lemons.. And you need to know if she really needs it t, if she starts to smell when she sweats.

I go for TAWAS. Which is a natural way to used as deodorant. Beside that it is safe, this is also cheaper.

My daughters were introduced to deodorant as soon as they started being active in sports. I buy them the invisable kind so it doesn't show on there clothes as they dress in and out of sports clothes.