10 Best Natural Deodorants to Try If You're Making the Switch
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It seems like everyone we know these days is making the switch to natural deodorants, or at least wants to know more, and it's easy to see why. Gone are the days when you could only find the best aluminum-free options in the back of a health-food store. It's never been easier to find a product that's good for your skin and actually works. Many people are wary of making the switch to a more natural formula because of the supposed two-week "adjustment period" your body goes through, but we've heard from numerous people that the process isn't all bad.
You can always opt for trying out an armpit detox, which people say helps a ton. Or, you can quit your aluminum deodorant cold turkey. Whatever you decide, we've got you covered with the best natural deodorant options.
Trust us when we tell you, these products will leave you smelling fresh and free to go about your day. There are options that have gone viral, and even a few celeb-loved choices. Some smell like cupcakes, others smell like sandalwood, and others are fragrance-free, so you'll definitely find one you're into. Plus, all of these can be located at your local drugstore. Just keep reading to shop our best natural deodorant picks.
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Best Overall Natural Deodorant
Salt & Stone Aluminum-Free Deodorant ($20)
This product has gone viral too many times to count, and for good reason. Not only does it come in an array of fantastic scents, but it also actually works. It's a balm formula that's free of parabens and aluminum, and it's made with good-for-you ingredients like hyaluronic acid and probiotics.
Read our full editor review.
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Best Gel Natural Deodorant
Billie AHA Deodorant ($13)
If you're looking for an aluminum-free gel deodorant, look no further than the Billie AHA Deodorant. It's made for all skin types, and formulated with a blend of mandolin acid, lactic acid, and salicylic acid to help exfoliate skin and unclog pores. It's just like using an AHA toner, but it also has a fresh scent that our editors love.
Read our full editor review.
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Best Long-Lasting Natural Deodorant
Kopari Coconut Deodorant ($15, originally $18)
This Kopari Coconut Deodorant is the pick everyone's raving about because it's nonirritating and smells great. Plus, it lasts for hours.
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Best Transfer-Proof Natural Deodorant
Native Coconut & Vanilla Deodorant ($13)
This Native Coconut & Vanilla Deodorant is sweet smelling but super effective. Plus, there's no greasy feeling or residue left behind upon application. Your shirts will thank you.
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Best pH Balancing Natural Deodorant
Nécessaire Deodorant with AHA ($20)
The Nécessaire Deodorant with AHA contains a multi-mineral treatment to keep your underarms dry and maintain your pH balance.
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Best Natural Deodorant For Sensitive Skin
Schmidt's Natural Deodorant for Sensitive Skin ($19 for 2)
Schmidt's Natural Deodorant for Sensitive Skin is a classic natural deodorant pick. We like the sensitive skin formula because it doesn't include baking soda, which can be irritating for many people. They've got lots of great scents, but this one smells exactly like your favorite cup of herbal tea.
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Best Natural Deodorant Cream
The Drunk Elephant Sweet Pitti Deodorant Cream ($16)
Drunk Elephant Sweet Pitti Deodorant Cream has a sort of sweet almond scent you'll love. Plus, it's made with mandelic acid, which helps kill odor-causing bacteria.
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Best Fragranced Natural Deodorant
Corpus Natural Deodorant ($24)
This Corpus Natural Deodorant not only looks gorgeous on your vanity, it also has a variety of sophisticated, complex scents. We're into the complex, fresh Number Green scent.
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Best Fragrance-Free Natural Deodorant
Kosas Fragrance Free Chemistry AHA Serum Deodorant ($15)
If you're getting ready to exercise, swipe on this Kosas Fragrance Free Chemistry AHA Serum Deodorant. It's made with an AHA blend, aloe vera juice, and hyaluronic acid, which will give you the softest skin. Plus, it's fragrance-free.
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Best Natural Deodorant Spray
Weleda Citrus 24h Deodorant Spray ($12)
Prefer a spray on natural deodorant? The Weleda Citrus 24h Deodorant Spray comes in two other scents, but we love the crisp citrus version.
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— Additional reporting by Renee Rodriguez
India Yaffe was an associate editor on the Shopping team at PS for five years. She focused on curating the best fitness, fashion, beauty, and home products on the market for the PS audience.
Renee Rodriguez (she/her) is a staff writer and social producer for PS. She writes across all verticals, but her main areas of expertise focus on fashion and beauty content with an emphasis on reviews and editor experiments. She also produces social content for the PS TikTok and Instagram accounts.