Ilaria Rosella Pagliaro A plasma-based device kills odor-causing bacteria in minutes—without chemicals or skin contact. Pladeo could replace deodorants for good.
©Pladeo
We often blame sweat itself for unpleasant body odor. But the real culprits are a few very specific bacteria—Staphylococcus hominis and Corynebacterium xerosis—that feast on our perspiration and release foul-smelling molecules in the process. Most of us try to mask the issue with heavily scented deodorants or block it with chemical antiperspirants, even though these products can disrupt the skin’s natural ability to regulate temperature and often contain questionable ingredients. But what if there were a safer and more effective way?
A new approach to an old problem
Enter Pladeo, a smart little gadget that’s redefining personal hygiene. It’s not a cream, not a spray, not even something you apply directly to the skin. Instead, Pladeo uses atmospheric plasma to neutralize the very bacteria responsible for odor—without touching your skin and without interfering with your body’s natural sweating process.
In other words: no fragrances, no aluminum, no clogging of pores—just clean, odor-free skin.
Just three minutes a day
This compact device is designed to fit snugly in the curve of your underarm, but here’s the clever part: it doesn’t make contact. Pladeo projects a focused stream of atmospheric plasma that works from a short distance, actively eliminating the odor-causing microbes without burning, drying, or irritating your skin. It doesn’t cover the smell, it removes its cause.
For noticeable results, all it takes is one to three minutes of use per day. After the quick treatment, your armpit stays fresh and clean for the entire day. No sticky residue, no irritation—just simplicity. Compared to traditional sprays or roll-ons, which often contain preservatives, aluminum compounds, or synthetic perfumes, Pladeo is a gentler and more eco-conscious choice.
And it’s not just a nice idea on paper.
Researchers at CODESTERI Inc. conducted clinical trials involving participants from various countries and backgrounds. Their findings? A 94% reduction in body odor reported by users after daily use.
More than a gadget
This isn’t some flashy piece of sci-fi tech with no real-world application. Pladeo answers a daily, very human need—the wish not to feel embarrassed by body odor—without pushing you toward pharmaceutical-grade antiperspirants or even botulinum toxin injections. Yes, some people go that far.
By comparison, Pladeo is simple, quiet, and refreshingly sane.
Now on indiegogo—with a launch discount
After snagging the Innovation Award at CES 2020, Pladeo is now up for pre-order on Indiegogo. Backers can purchase it for just $141 (129.37 euros)—that’s 40% off the expected final retail price of $236 (216.22 euros).
The team behind it is hoping to scale production to make the product more widely accessible. So if you’ve ever been frustrated by your deodorant, or just want to support smarter tech for everyday needs, this might be your moment.
Because sometimes, a small shift in habits—three minutes a day, to be precise—can quietly change how we live and feel.
Source: Indiegogo
