Saccharomyces Ferment (The Probiotic That Actually Works)

You've seen "probiotic deodorant" on labels. But what does that actually mean?

Let's break it down.

What Is Saccharomyces Ferment?

It's a probiotic derived from fermented yeast. The same family used in brewing and baking, but formulated for skincare.

Think of it as the good bacteria that keeps your skin's ecosystem balanced.

The Problem It Solves

Body odour isn't caused by sweat. It's caused by bacteria breaking down sweat on your skin.

Traditional antiperspirants: Block sweat glands with aluminium compounds. Stop the sweat = stop the smell.

Most natural deodorants: Use baking soda to neutralise odour (which often irritates skin) or essential oils to mask it.

Probiotic deodorants: Target the odour-causing bacteria directly.

How Saccharomyces Ferment Works

Instead of blocking sweat or masking smell, it:

✅ Neutralises odour at the source - Breaks down the bacteria that cause smell before it starts
✅ Balances your skin's microbiome - Supports beneficial bacteria whilst controlling the problematic ones
✅ Works with your body, not against it - Lets you sweat naturally (which is healthy) whilst preventing odour

Why This Matters

Your skin has a natural microbiome - billions of bacteria that protect and regulate it. Harsh chemicals (like aluminium or triclosan) disrupt this balance.

Saccharomyces Ferment works with your skin's natural defences.

The result?

No irritation
No "detox period"
No aluminium blocking your pores
Just effective, long-lasting odour protection

The Science (Made Simple)

Probiotics create an environment where odour-causing bacteria can't thrive. They outcompete the bad bacteria for resources.

It's like having a security team on your skin that only targets the troublemakers.

Why We Use It In Oliver J. Woods

We wanted a deodorant that:

Actually works (not just marketing claims)
Doesn't irritate sensitive skin
Respects your body's natural processes
Uses science, not just "natural" buzzwords

Saccharomyces Ferment ticks every box.

Combined with our essential oil blend (Bergamot, Cedar, Patchouli, Sandalwood, Ylang Ylang), you get:

Probiotic protection that neutralises odour
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Sophisticated fragrance that lasts all day

What You'll Notice

Week 1: Effective odour control without the sticky feeling of conventional deodorants
Week 2: Your skin feels more balanced - no irritation, no redness
Week 3+: Consistent, reliable protection. The probiotic effect builds over time as your skin's microbiome stabilises