Native reviews and discussion

3.8

67% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Sophisticated, natural-leaning fragrances
  • Clean, cruelty-free formulations
  • Comfortable, smooth application
  • Non-stripping, lathery body washes
  • Inconsistent odor protection
  • White residue and staining
  • Gritty, sticky deodorant texture
  • Can cause underarm irritation

Native earns praise in reviews for clean ingredients, refined scents (Coconut & Vanilla, Eucalyptus & Mint, Lilac & White Tea) and comfortable, non-irritating wear for many, but effectiveness is inconsistent: several reviewers report odor breakthrough, frequent reapplication, staining, and texture issues. Reviews note body wash and haircare smell fresh and lather well, while deodorant can underperform in heat or workouts and sometimes causes rashes or gritty residue.

AI summary based on Thingtesting reviews

2,492 reviews and posts

  • Didn't work for me, and you need a deodorant to work. I got the coconut one and I liked the smell of the deodorant but that's not helpful if you smell within a couple hours. TBH I noticed my friend uses Native deodorant and there's some definitely some BO going on there too so it's not just me.

  • Tienen uno de los mejores desodorantes que he probado, me encanta de verdad. Cumple funcion, proteje todo el día y aparte es súper amigable con la piel.

  • The best natural deodorant brand for me so far. It's not perfect, but it works well enough that I keep buying it. I wish the minis came in more scents, though. I don't think the scents need to be gendered -- my favorite is the men's juniper and ginseng. I've also tried their body wash and enjoyed it.

  • I like it, but I don't like the price. It is a huge bummer that the new sustainable packaged options are $10+ .

  • I really like the smells and packaging of this product. Unfortunately, I would find myself needing to apply it 2-3 times per day to remain effective. Might not be a dealbreaker for everyone, but it was for me.

  • I love this brand’s purpose and goal of providing non toxic deodorants but I found that it was not as effective after about an hour. It did not do much to help with odor, but it did help up to an hour or so. Possibly needs to be re-applied often for it to work. I love the coconut and lavender smells just wish they stayed longer! However, again- overall the brand is great!

  • The deodorant really did not work for me, I use a lot of other natural deodorant product and test but this one the stick was always sooooo hard I could barely roll it on and I just couldn't get past coconut smell on me all day. I didn't mind the body was but the deodorant is a no-go from me even though I do appreciate the concept.

  • I have tried A LOT of natural deodorants, and this one works. They have a great range of scents and you wouldn't know it was natural if no one told you. It just works, and if you tried a lot of options out there, you would know they don't all work. I think the less bad chemicals and things we can put onto/into our bodies the better so it's a good start to get off the old deodorants. My only negative is that it still comes in traditional plastic packaging which I try to avoid when I can.

  • Some of this kind of stuff is not great. Like everything is chill and then half way through the day you have to go into a full bathroom stall and like confirm that it’s you who stinks. That sucks. This kept it mild all day and didn’t feel like it like some crunchy stuff that ain’t gonna work. Still use it like years later. Very cool.

  • LOVE THERE DEODORANTS!!!!! Many options, and smells. It lasts and stays intact (smell and feel) compared to most clean brands!

  • Deodorant bar, did not work for me. It was not even a hot day, and at the end of the day it did not protect me.

  • I love their deodorant!!! I have a favorite smell but I don’t want to give it away because it’s that good!!! Very great smells and knowing they’re clean is plus too! It also does work!

  • It’s cool and worth trying. However, I used few times then stop using it after 1 week. Just not excited.

  • Native is the only natural deodorant that I found (after trying several) that kept the odor away for a full day (others I definitely feel like I could smell sweat coming through after a few hours). I like the scent options, and I really love that they don't leave yellow stains or armpit stains on my clothing, unlike most antiperspirant/deodorant combos (though I do still use these with dark clothing if I don't want to sweat, aluminum in these products does not cause cancer!).

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    I tried to switch to the cardboard packaging for a more sustainable/eco-friendly version, but the design didn't hold up, they were very hard to use. So I ended up switching back to the plastic deodorant cases :(.

  • I started with Native when I was looking to go a more natural and healthy route with my underarm care. It's a decent product the smell is pleasant ( I believe they have unscented as well), and it worked pretty well.

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    Not sure why I didn't stick with Native. I ended up going with a crystal deodorant stick.

  • I LOVE THIS DEODORANT BRAND! My favorite deodorant smells are the vanilla and coconut, and the cedar one. The cedar one is a men’s smell but it’s the best smell ever so I use it anyways! Lol! It actually works for me, and would definitely recommend it, and after a shower it just feels nice + smells gooooood!

  • Great smelling deodorant but does not last a full day of work like some of my other deodorants do

  • i like the recyclable packaging, i wish they would eliminate the plastic option

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    so so scent control

  • I think Native is really great for a natural skin care brand. Sometimes natural deodorant can make you sweat, but that's how it is with anything that doesn't have aluminum. I would recommend it. I use their body wash religiously