# Deodorizing Biodegradable Pads Surface Deep's Anti-Odor Pads Replace Deodorant By Laura McQuarrie | Published 2020-05-02 | Lifestyle Source: Trend Hunter, https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/biodegradable-pads References: [forbes](https://www.forbes.com/sites/katiechang/2020/05/01/12-best-new-beauty-and-wellness-products-for-self-care-during-coronavirus/#25900614ac71) & [surfacedeep](https://surfacedeep.com/) Many consumers are making changes to the deodorant they use, especially when it comes to choosing a [cleaner formula](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/game-changing-deodorant) but Surface Deep offers a unique alternative to deodorant with individually wrapped, [biodegradable pads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acne-clearing-pads). The Anti-Odorant Pads were developed by dermatologist Dr. Alicia Zalka, who forgot to pack deodorant on vacation and made do with a product containing glycolic acid. After finding that the ingredient was effective for offering long-lasting, protection that kept odors at bay, Zalka created single-use pads for on-the-go swiping. The non-irritating pads rely on fruit-based glycolic acid to remove bacteria from the skin's surface, all the while helping to create a site with a lower pH so that [odor-causing bacteria](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microbiome-balancing-deodorant) can't thrive. Image Credit: Surface Deep ## Trend Insights (Trend Hunter) - Score: 3.1/10 - Popularity: 36% | Activity: 49% | Freshness: 9% - Audience gender: 50% men, 50% women - Primary generations: Millennial - Top markets: North America ## Categories [Trend Hunter](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends) > [Lifestyle](https://www.trendhunter.com/lifestyle) > [Health](https://www.trendhunter.com/health) ## Key Themes ### Why This Trend Is Growing - **Biodegradable Deodorant Alternatives:** Creating and marketing alternative deodorant products that do not harm the environment and offer a cleaner solution for consumers. - **Convenient Single-use Pads:** Designing and producing disposable pads with efficient formulas that offer on-the-go protection and solve common hygiene problems. - **Fruit-based Skincare Solutions:** Exploring the potential of natural ingredients, such as fruit-based glycolic acid, to develop new skincare products with effective bacteria-fighting properties. ### Industries Being Reshaped - **Personal Care:** Companies in the personal care industry can adapt to the growing demand for eco-friendly and natural products by innovating and introducing new alternatives to traditional deodorants. - **Travel and Hospitality:** Hotels and airlines can implement Surface Deep's Anti-Odor Pads as an amenity in their restrooms or offer them as part of a hygiene kit for travelers. - **Skincare:** Skincare companies can experiment with fruit-based ingredients to create new product lines with unique benefits that cater to consumers looking for natural alternatives. ## Related on Trend Hunter - [Microbiome-Friendly Deodorants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/microbiome-friendly-deodorant.md) - [Fresh Whole Body Deodorants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whole-body-deodorant.md) - [Citrus Body Deodorant Creams](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/whole-body-deodorant-cream.md) - [Naturally Antibacterial Deodorants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/tip2toe-natural-deodorants.md) - [Compostable Blemish Pads](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/acne-clearing-pads.md) - [Himalayan Deodorant Stones](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/himalayan-deodorant-stone.md) - [Odor Adaptable Deodorants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/affordable-wholebody-deodorant.md) - [Aluminum-Free Intimate Deodorants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/intimate-deodorant.md) - [Prebiotic-Infused Deodorants](https://www.trendhunter.com/trends/performance-body-spray.md)