3.8
67% of reviewers would recommend to a friend
Native
3.8 • 2,492 Reviews
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3.8
67% of reviewers would recommend to a friend
Native earns praise for clean ingredients, standout scents (Coconut & Vanilla, Cucumber & Mint, Lilac & White Tea, Citrus & Herbal Musk) and comfortable, non-irritating wear for many, but reviews say performance is inconsistent: the deodorant often fades by midday, struggles in heat/workouts, can leave white residue or shirt stains, and some experience rashes or gritty texture. Reviews of body wash and hair care skew positive for gentle lather and pleasant aromas, though a few find body wash drying and shampoos underwhelming. Overall, Native is a good natural option if you don’t sweat heavily and will reapply; heavy sweaters may need stronger protection.
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3y ago
I love the wide variety of scents available for this deodorant. Lilac & White Tea has been my favorite so far. I don't have a problem with excessive sweating or underarm odor, so this deodorant worked great for me, and I didn't experience any irritation with the regular (non-sensitive) formula.
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I'm glad Native came out with a plastic-free container, but wish that ALL of their deodorant came in cardboard tubes.
Didn’t work for me. I’m a fan of Lume and this did not even come close to their product. Won’t buy again.
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Did not stop wetness or odor. Disappointed.
3y ago
I love that they make entirely plastic-free options! The scents are great, I especially like and wear Lilac and White Tea.
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Has gotten rather expensive, especially the plastic-free line. Not really a summer deodorant for me, as the natural doesn't hold up all day, but it's fine for lower/less sweaty temps.
I tried to adjust to the fact it was not an antiperspirant but it just didn't take. The smell of the product was nice but felt a bit too powdery (I would have preferred a clear formula) and my body didn't adjust to the fact that it was a natural deodorant.
I love their body wash - they have wonderful scents!
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Unfortunately after using Native Deodorant for a few months I developed a painful underarm rash. I wouldn't use the deo again.
3y ago
I think they have nice scents but they are not the best for someone who has a lot of odor when they sweat. If you sweat only a little or don’t have a lot of odor then you will like this.
I wanted to love this deodorant but I just didnt, it didnt work well at all unfortunately & i even developed a rash :(
A nice brand idea. Unfortunately I didn't get the sweat support I need. Not a huge fan of dry deodorant.
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A nice brand idea. Unfortunately I didn't get the sweat support I need. Not a huge fan of dry deodorant.
4y ago
Lovely deodorant with clean ingredients. They smell really nice too and they’re effective.
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The white stains it leaves are very off putting. A clear version would be great. It would also be great if they could find a way to use up more of the deodorant that’s left in the cardboard.
I used one of their seasonal scent deodorants. I found it comparable to other natural deodorants I have tried. I appreciate that they started the cardboard option so there is a plastic free option.
4y ago
I like native products, I feel like they work well but I have had some irritation with a couple of their scents.
4y ago
I love the smell of the deodorants and body washes. However, the deodorant does not last too long.
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Maybe a longer lasting odor control would be beneficial.
I'm always looking for small changes I can make in my life to use more sustainable products, but I was very disappointed in the Native deodorant. I work in food service so I do a moderate amount of activity in my day-to-day life, nothing too crazy, but I found that after just a few hours after application, this deodorant went kind of "sour." I felt like I smelled worse wearing it than I would if I went au natural, I also found that it left a reside in the armpits of my shirts that remained even after a normal wash cycle (not a problem I had with my previous deodorant). It really pains me to throw away brand new things but I just couldn't keep using this product.
I have tried several Native deodorants at this point. They smell great, but do not really work.
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Improve formula, more sustainable packaging.
Tried the deodorant because I kept getting chemical burns with other brands really liked it
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Like that it’s natural and it works good
This is the only brand of natural deodorant that works for me. I love the range of scents (not too unnatural, not too crunchy-granola--no patchouli in sight), the easy push-up dispenser, the fact that the deodorant goes on with no mess (unlike most natural deodorants, which are goopy and sticky). I made the switch several months ago and have been using Native exclusively. My armpits are definitely happier since--no more itching, no more rashes, no more aluminum!
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Just be aware that this is not an antiperspirant, so--surprise, surprise--you will perspire. But your armpits won't smell, which is the whole point. You definitely want to apply this daily after a shower for best results. Also, the cucumber mint scent is perfection: barely there, just slightly sweet, and mildly vegetal.
Great for everyday wear, but definitely loses efficacy after a hard workout. This works better as a mild deodorant than a full blown anti-perspirant. I love the clean ingredients though!
Love their deodorant! Great scents, and I love that they have plastic free options. It works well enough for me, but I also do not sweat a lot and don't have strong BO so I can't attest for how well it would mask a strong odor. Also, the very small minis are nice to keep in bags.
4y ago
Not my favorite natural deodorant on the market. It often felt moist and sticky after application.
The thing that I love about this brand is that they have very fun scents that smell AMAZING. The thing that made me stop using them is that after a few months the deodorant itself stopped being effective for me.
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If you are the type of person who needs a deodorant that keeps you from getting stinky this is not the product.