Help me not stink. Been using Native (stick) for years and lately feels like I’m having to reapply all day. The spray felt the same when I tried it for a brief stint. FWIW I’m mid-30s and maybe in a giant hormonal change (not sure how that sorcery works).

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Amu Killada · Answer

Aesop Herbal Deodorant Roll-On: This has been my go-to deodorant for 3 years now, and it’s one of those products I think is worth the splurge. It’s a liquid roll-on, so it doesn’t leave your underarms feeling dry or chalky like some traditional roll-ons.

The herbal scent is also a big plus—it smells natural rather than like an artificial fragrance. It lasts all day, keeps me feeling fresh, and I get compliments on the scent all the time.

Aesop is definitely a splurge when you can find deodorants for under $10, but if you care about how your deodorant feels and smells, I think it’s totally worth it.

Sarah Cooney · Answer

Salt & Stone Aluminum-Free Deodorant: I’m using this move to change all my bad and unhealthy habits and one of them is not using aluminum in things… this natural deodorant is actually fab and smells SO good. You know it’s a winner if I’m talking about my deodorant on the internet…

Noelle · Answer

nuud deodorant:  I discovered this deodorant cream when I was newly postpartum and in that weird hormonal zone where you smell like a wild animal. I went from smelling like a feral beast to smelling like…nothing. It is some strange magic. And you only have to use it every few days.

Claire · Answer

Activated Charcoal Deodorant Cream: Natural deodorant that actually works! I’m sure all the other scents are lovely too, but this one has done me so right and I want to tell everyone about it!

Robin · Answer

Chemist at Play Roll On: Look for under-arm treatments (like this roll-on, wipes, or soap/face wash) that include 5% AHA and Lactic & Mandelic Acid.  What's making you smelly isn't the sweat, it's the bacteria and stuff growing on your skin.

I've used this stuff while on 3 day adventures without access to a real shower and it works!

Aya C · Answer

panoxyl for armpits: I can’t wear scent at work (baker) but I also don’t want to be smelly. I wash my armpits with panoxyl, let it sit while I continue my shower, then rinse. Virtually never have BO.

Jeanine Nault · Answer

Megababe Rosy Pits: Withstands DC summers!