UPDATED 2.27.20
It’s been a long time comin’ you guys…I never thought I’d see the day (especially in the green beauty space), where I’d say I’ve found my holy grail(s) of natural deodorant! AND YES THEY WORK! HALLELUJAH!
I’ll be the first to admit that I’m a bit high maintenance and hate any sort of stench – wait, that doesn’t make me high maintenance? Oh, well, how about this? I have different deodorants for different events/seasons. See? High maintenance. ;) I don’t mess around. Now, you know I’ve tried everything…I mean EVERYTHING to curb the stink. (It’s 100% normal to sweat, and you should never use an antiperspirant or anything that will block your sweat glands, but stinking is no fun!) Especially with my line of work, I am super lucky to be able to try new brands, formulas, scents, you name it! Soooo, just know that what I’m about to share with you is sacred. LOL, okay maybe not that serious – but a natural deodorant that works is SERIOUSLY something to celebrate, amirite?!
THE FOLLOWING CONTAINS PRODUCT THAT WAS GIFTED, AND THANK GOD IT EXISTS IN THE WORLD BECAUSE I WOULD BE LOST WITHOUT IT.
AKT London
I don’t say this lightly: this is one of the best natural deodorants I’ve ever used.
AKT was created by two West End performers who needed something that could actually keep up with long, physical days under hot stage lights…without wrecking costumes or relying on harsh antiperspirants. So, naturally, they made their own. The result is a natural deodorant balm that truly works and feels elevated.
The formula is aluminum-free, baking soda–free (that part blows my mind tbh), and packed with plant-based ingredients that neutralize odour instead of masking it. It goes on smoothly, doesn’t irritate my skin, and the scents are genuinely luxe! Not crunchy, not medicinal, just really well done.
It’s effective, thoughtfully formulated, and sustainably packaged in fully recyclable aluminum tubes. Clean, high-performing, and actually enjoyable to use?! Hands down, one of the best deodorants I’ve ever tried. I even did a full TikTok deep dive on it (because obviously), so if you want to see it in action, check that out HERE — worth it, I promise.
You can shop AKT London at Credo Beauty, and you can check out my favourite scent that I own and wear here!
Phlur Vanilla Skin Deodorant
I was skeptical about a perfume brand making a deodorant, and idk why bc their scents are delectable. But I just wasn’t certain until I tried their Vanilla Skin Deodorant. It’s one of those rare deodorants that actually works. It comes in second for my favourite deo, after AKT! It’s formulated without aluminum, parabens, or harsh synthetics…and yet it keeps stinkiness in check all day long without irritating my skin. The vanilla scent is warm, soft, and not cloying at all! It’s like a cozy hug rather than a perfume blast.
What I love most is how the formula uses thoughtful, skin-friendly ingredients you can recognize and trust. It glides on smoothly, doesn’t leave residue or white marks, and holds up through real life everday moments from errands to long days out. For a clean deodorant that actually gets the job done while smelling beautifully subtle and sophisticated, this is a standout for me!
Primally Pure Blue Tansy Deodorant
I bought this deodorant on my own after hearing soooo many raving about it over the years. I was skeptical, cus ya know…deo is very individual. Some work for you, some don’t!
Welppppp, THIS ONE WORKS and continues to…to this very day! I’m quite impressed. I still switch up the deodorants I wear now and then, but this one has been pretty consistent for me!
This natural deodorant contains a small amount of baking soda (which, I will say, I have ZERO irritation towards…even after shaving!). This obviously helps to combat odour, which is needed lol! It’s also fortified with kaolin clay (a powerful detoxifier) and non-nano zinc oxide (soothes irritation). It’s also made with other good-for-you organic ingredients, including grass-fed tallow (I thought this was so neat, and I love tallow for so many reasons), fair trade coconut oil, arrowroot powder, beeswax, and essential oils. Of course, as the name suggests, Blue Tansy Essential Oil is in there, and it powerfully combats inflammation, calms irritation, and is potent in skin-soothing properties. Probably why I have ZERO irritation! Plus, this deo goes on virtually clear and doesn’t stain clothes.
SEE WHY I LOVE IT SO MUCH? Primally Pure has other deodorants that are probably amazing as well, but I just can’t seem to care about them as much as this Blue Tansy one lol! So it is what it is! Do let me know which is your favourite if you use another PP deo!
So, have you tried any of these deos? Which one are you loving?! Let me know in the comments below what some of your favourite, tried, tested, and true natural deodorants are!
xo
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