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The Applicator

How do I use The Applicator?

Begin your day with a new morning ritual inspired by the Chinese practice of Gua Sha. Step. 01 Squeeze a pea-size amount of The Deodorant Balm onto The Applicator. Step. 02 Using the long curved edge of the tool, spread the balm across your underarms

Why is The Applicator is leaving marks on my skin?

You might have one of our original Applicators, which was made from brass. Like all brass products, it naturally oxidises over time — a perfectly normal reaction that can sometimes leave a faint mark on your skin. The good news? It’s easy to clean. J

My Applicator has spots appearing on it, why?

Our original Applicators were made from premium brass — chosen for its strength, antimicrobial properties, and staying power. Over time, brass naturally oxidises, especially when exposed to moisture. So if you notice a few marks appearing on the surf

Why does The Applicator have a hole in it?

That tiny hole is there for a very practical reason: it’s how our stainless steel is galvanised with titanium. During production, it hangs on hooks through that hole — a little behind-the-scenes moment from our factory floor. But that’s not all it co