
About
Before Mitchum, most personal care products focused on masking body odor with heavy fragrances. The brand changed that game in 1946 by launching the first commercially successful antiperspirant capable of actually stopping sweat. This innovation shifted consumer expectations from simple scent coverage to active moisture control, creating a new category in hygiene that still dominates today.
Revlon acquired the brand and kept its core identity intact for decades. The company built its marketing empire around a bold promise: users could skip a day between applications without consequence. That slogan defined the brand's voice from the late 1940s until 2007, cementing its reputation for reliability. Even as the industry evolved, Mitchum remained a household name for those seeking serious protection.
Today, the product line has expanded to address modern concerns like heat and stress. Newer formulations feature technologies such as Triple Odor Defense, which claims to shield against odor triggered by motion and emotional triggers alongside traditional sweat blocking. While Revlon keeps specific revenue figures private, Mitchum remains a pillar of their Personal Care segment, competing directly with major players like Dove and Old Spice across North America and beyond.
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Company Info
- Founded
- 1946
- Headquarters
- New York City
- Industry
- Personal Care
- Parent Company
- Revlon Inc.
- Launch Year
- 1946
- Key Innovation
- First commercial antiperspirant to stop sweat
- Original Slogan Era
- Late 1940s - 2007
- Headquarters Location
- New York City
Official Website
www.mitchum.com/
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