The story begins over 40 years ago when a group of scientists began experimenting with naturally-derived, effective ingredients to create a long-lasting deodorant that would help combat body odor for soldiers living in close quarters. It turns out, they knew a thing or two about the benefits of neutralizing the root cause of body odor (rather than merely masking it), and how to do so without the use of harsh, pore-clogging ingredients like aluminum that eliminate sweating—one of our body's most efficient and effective ways of detoxing.