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The liquid used in most deodorants is colorless in order not to stain clothes. When a transparent/colorless liquid dries it begins to reflect light (instead of letting light go trough it) and thus seems white. The same principle work with water and snow.

Because the liquid consist also of chemicals (scents, the perspiration controller, preservation ingredients etc.) the dried 'drop' leaves dry particles behind.

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The white residue left behind by some deodorants is usually caused by the ingredients in the product, such as powders or waxes, that help absorb moisture and provide a barrier against odor-causing bacteria. Some deodorants are specifically designed to go on clear to minimize this effect.

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