Natural Deodorant
A popular aluminum-free natural deodorant. Better than conventional antiperspirants. Loses points for plastic packaging and partially undisclosed fragrance in scented versions.
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Native is a significant improvement over conventional antiperspirants — no aluminum, no parabens, and the unscented version has no synthetic fragrance. However, it still comes in a single-use plastic applicator, and some scented formulas contain fragrance blends that are not fully disclosed. It is a reasonable transitional choice for people moving away from conventional deodorant, but plastic-free packaging options are available from other brands.
Why We Recommend This Product
No aluminum, no parabens. Unscented version has clean ingredients. Plastic applicator and partially undisclosed fragrance in scented versions prevent a higher grade.
Chemical & Health Analysis
Each chemical of concern is broken down below — what it is, where it comes from in this product, what it does to the body, and who is most at risk.
Fragrance (scented versions)
Scent ingredient
Scented Native formulas list 'fragrance' which may contain undisclosed chemicals. Choose the unscented version for maximum safety.
Single-use plastic applicator
Packaging
Environmental concern — plastic applicator is not recyclable in most municipalities.
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