Think about your bedtime routine.

Do you hop in the shower to wash away the day’s dirt and stress?

What about lotion for your body and face?

Woman applying deodorant

Now the next step whether you do it or not is what has the internet divided applying deodorant.

Is it okay to apply the stuff on your underarms before you head to bed?

Well, the answer is a little complex.

Woman putting on deodorant

Before getting to it though, you should probably understandthe difference between deodorant and antiperspirant.

Dermatologists generally recommend applying deodorants that contain antiperspirants before bedtime because that’s when your skin is driest.

What about deodorant then?

Even with deodorant, it’s always best to apply it to skin that’s clean and dry.

Is there a downside to wearing deodorant at night?

For sensitive skin, round the clock deodorant use (including before bedtime) could irritate.

At times like these, your underarm skin will dictate what you should be doing.