q: why the desire for a "natural" deodorant? a gentle reminder that there is NO scientific evidence that "natural" products are safer or healthier than their non-natural (?) counterparts. healthcare workers and scientists have repeatedly tried to debunk these myths and fearmongering: https://www.cedars-sinai.org/csmagazine/do-natural-deodorants-work.html.
I'll let Aliza speak to what she's looking for, but overall, it seems like natural deodorants aren't "bad" for you. They just may not be BETTER than non-natural. (Let me know if you're understanding the research differently.)
Rad, thank you for sharing this! I actually didn't realize that the myth that aluminum and other ingredients could cause breast cancer, etc. had been debunked, so appreciate you sharing!
i think that's right, aja! the research indicates that there are no real health upsides to using natural products (altho ofc you might love the scent etc). i just think that as folks w/ a platform, it's important not to feed more fearmongering about science and chemicals (particularly in the current climate - im looking at you, RFK Jr).
I feel like I’ve tried every natural deodorant on the market and my favorite hands down is Evolve Together—Havana and Tulum scents are dreamy. You can get the discovery set to test them out (they are pretty decent sample sizes). https://evolvetogether.com/collections/natural-deodorant
I have tried several other natural deodorants last year and either felt they didn’t work or hated the scents. I got the Salt & Stone minis and feel that I finally found one that works for me - scent and efficacy. I like the Bergamot & Hinoki best. I do still use Megababe’s charcoal deodorant soap but I did not like any of the MB deodorants.
I like the natural deo brand “la vanille” (i’m not a vanilla person if that influences you @ all, i’m not entirely sure why that’s the name because there are different scents/flavors). Works great (smooth, long lasting), smells good, my entire family uses it
Yes, I want to hear more about these annual retreats!! Makes me want to have a co-Substacker so I can do this too.
I've recently been intrigued by the Salt + Stone deodorant - Santal + Vetiver. Have not tried it yet so cannot speak to it yet, but will report back once I do!
I have found the addition of charcoal to be a game changer for me! I use the Space Bar Underarm Soap from Megababe and the Charcoal & Magnesium Deodorant from Schmidt's. From reading the comments, it looks like I should try more of the Megababe deodorants too;)
Best natural deodorant ever is called “Thai Crystal Deodorant Stick”. $6 at Whole Foods and lasts forever. Only ingredient is mineral salt and it’s anti-bacterial, so you don’t stink! I wish everyone knew about this. Life changing.
I love AKT for natural deodorant. I've tried a number of them as I went through IVF, then pregnancy and breastfeeding and by FAR AKT was the most effective. Even against postpartum hormonal stink, which is saying something.
I haven’t tried every natural deodorant but I’ve tried a lot and AKT keeps me from stinking. I like the Columbia Road scent. My daughter uses Wild but it didn’t work hard enough for me.
It was soooo, so, so fun getting to share these links with you. Thank you tremendously for having me! ❣️
PS - I bought the Il Bisonte passport holder. :)
Beautiful, you deserve it! Thanks so much for sharing with us!!
Omg I love seeing you here!!! YAYYYYY
And I am just as happy to see that you're a Platonic Love reader!!
Megababe Rosy Pits is truly the only natural (I think?) deodorant to ever work for me - works as good as the old stuff!
Second to megababe, I love the beachy pits!
Thank you soo much! I’m ordering now…
q: why the desire for a "natural" deodorant? a gentle reminder that there is NO scientific evidence that "natural" products are safer or healthier than their non-natural (?) counterparts. healthcare workers and scientists have repeatedly tried to debunk these myths and fearmongering: https://www.cedars-sinai.org/csmagazine/do-natural-deodorants-work.html.
Ooh, thanks for this comment! I did a little more digging and found this NYT article helpful too: https://www.nytimes.com/2021/06/09/well/live/natural-deodorant-questions.html
I'll let Aliza speak to what she's looking for, but overall, it seems like natural deodorants aren't "bad" for you. They just may not be BETTER than non-natural. (Let me know if you're understanding the research differently.)
Rad, thank you for sharing this! I actually didn't realize that the myth that aluminum and other ingredients could cause breast cancer, etc. had been debunked, so appreciate you sharing!
i think that's right, aja! the research indicates that there are no real health upsides to using natural products (altho ofc you might love the scent etc). i just think that as folks w/ a platform, it's important not to feed more fearmongering about science and chemicals (particularly in the current climate - im looking at you, RFK Jr).
Happy Monday! Alike you, I've tried (and failed to enjoy) too many natural deodorants. Got this one over the holidays and LOVE it: https://www.saltandstone.com/en-ca/products/natural-deodorant?variant=42738010095866
i love this one too!
Seeing Salt and Stone come up a bunch! I’m excited to try.
I feel like I’ve tried every natural deodorant on the market and my favorite hands down is Evolve Together—Havana and Tulum scents are dreamy. You can get the discovery set to test them out (they are pretty decent sample sizes). https://evolvetogether.com/collections/natural-deodorant
I have tried several other natural deodorants last year and either felt they didn’t work or hated the scents. I got the Salt & Stone minis and feel that I finally found one that works for me - scent and efficacy. I like the Bergamot & Hinoki best. I do still use Megababe’s charcoal deodorant soap but I did not like any of the MB deodorants.
Was coming here to recommend the salt and stone too !
Salt and stone is sounding like a big winner…!
Second evolvetogether - these have been my go to for years. Havana is my “signature scent” now 😆
I want this recommendation! Thank you.
Also very, very excited for the Rilo Kiley reunion 🙌 Jenny forever <3
I like the natural deo brand “la vanille” (i’m not a vanilla person if that influences you @ all, i’m not entirely sure why that’s the name because there are different scents/flavors). Works great (smooth, long lasting), smells good, my entire family uses it
Ooh yeah I forgot about this one bc Native works for me but this is a great one.
Yes, I want to hear more about these annual retreats!! Makes me want to have a co-Substacker so I can do this too.
I've recently been intrigued by the Salt + Stone deodorant - Santal + Vetiver. Have not tried it yet so cannot speak to it yet, but will report back once I do!
Ooh, I’ll report back when I try too. And we’d love to share more soon!
We love the Dr. Squatch deodorant! They are a men's brand, but they have plenty of scents like coconut castaway and summer citrus
Oohh, that’s a good tip!
Would love to hear more about the retreat pls! :)
Yay, you’ve got it! More to come…
Salt and Stone deodorant smells like a luxe perfume! It’s my fave.
I can’t believe how many have rec’d Salt and Stone and I didn’t know about it!!
I have found the addition of charcoal to be a game changer for me! I use the Space Bar Underarm Soap from Megababe and the Charcoal & Magnesium Deodorant from Schmidt's. From reading the comments, it looks like I should try more of the Megababe deodorants too;)
Best natural deodorant ever is called “Thai Crystal Deodorant Stick”. $6 at Whole Foods and lasts forever. Only ingredient is mineral salt and it’s anti-bacterial, so you don’t stink! I wish everyone knew about this. Life changing.
With this review I’m sold!
I love AKT for natural deodorant. I've tried a number of them as I went through IVF, then pregnancy and breastfeeding and by FAR AKT was the most effective. Even against postpartum hormonal stink, which is saying something.
I’ve blocked the postpartum hormonal night sweats, etc. from my memory…
I use ByHumankind deo
I haven’t tried every natural deodorant but I’ve tried a lot and AKT keeps me from stinking. I like the Columbia Road scent. My daughter uses Wild but it didn’t work hard enough for me.
We love a hard working deodorant!!