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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I have been repurchasing Native deodorant for 3 years. My favourite scents are Coconut & Vanilla and Cucumber & Mint. I am not an excessive sweater, however I am very active (I run and play tennis and volleyball regularly). Native is the best reasonably-priced natural deodorant I've tried versus other natural deodorants found at the drugstore (Tom's, Schmidt's, etc). The other brands wouldn't stop me from smelling or sweating. Native stops any smell entirely for me, however it doesn't keep me as dry as an antiperspirant. For day-to-day workouts and Canadian summers, it's fine. If I was travelling to a tropical climate, it's not 100% dry but I'm okay with that.
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I wish they had more mini/travel versions easily available as I find the deodorant too clunky for travel (as someone with a lot of personal care products).
4y ago
I thought this was going to be it! I heard so much about it on the podcasts I listen to. The day had come where I'd finally use a discount code. It arrived and I was so happily surprised by the scent I had purchased (one of their mint scents). Delicious... but not for long.
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Unfortunately, no matter how or when I apply this deodorant, it just doesn't last. I can smell myself seeping through within a few hours and, by the end of the day, it's as if I never put deodorant on at all. A huge letdown (and embarrassment) during my 9-5.
4y ago
The smells are so nice, and protect well against odor!
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Would love it if they had a rock-mineral salt formulation as well. I don’t like the feel of the product on my skin - feels a little powdery/greasy.
Have tried the body washes, shampoo, and conditioner. The scents are amazing but don't really love how they left my skin and hair feeling.
The packaging and branding of native is great, but like most natural deodorants, I feel like it didn't quite work. But, I like their messaging and overall look!
Love the different scents and how widely available it is. The only downside with a natural deodorant is that it doesn't last as long and most likely will need to be reapplied.
Love the scents!
Native deodorant has been incredibly effective for me. It's kept me smelling nice through intense summer heat and spin classes. A natural deodorant with the ability to last and perform is impressive.
Loved the smell of the coconut one (orange packaging). It also lasted a pretty long time.
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It's a great deodorant but doesn't hold up very well with a workout. I have a different deodorant for that.
I’ve used Native for years! It’s my favorite natural deodorant. I love their scent options and the fact that they now offer plastic-free packaging. PSL was my favorite (rip 😢), but I really like the cupcake scent, coconut vanilla, and citrus and herbal musk. Do I still sweat a little? Yes, but that’s pretty standard for natural deodorant. Their body wash and hair products are nice, too!
I love that Native Deodorant's deodorants are aluminum-free. I tried the Coconut & Vanilla on a long-distance trip I was going on and didn't know when I would have the opportunity to reapply. It surprisingly held up pretty well despite my hyperhidrosis! The smell is a familiar vanilla with subtle tropical coconut vibes -- it's approachable without being too overly intense or fragrant. I like it contains natural ingredients to help curb sweating.
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Price point, gritty texture, plastic use - use more eco-friendly packaging
4y ago
I’m a huge fan of native. I’m not a stinky person so I wasn’t looking for a super strong deodorant. I love the website and that you can create your own custom deo.
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Maybe slightly cheaper? It does last a while tho!
I tried the Apple and Honeysuckle deodorant and liked the smell. I have it about a month of use, but despite the pleasant smell of the deodorant, my body odor was just so bad that I quit using it. Not sure if I’m an odd case, but found that it wasn’t working for me.
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Some of the scents are nauseating.
4y ago
Native is great aluminum-free natural deodorant. The product is clear, but I find it takes a few minutes to dry fully. I have only purchased at target stores and have not used their website.
Native products, mainly deodorant, nail the blend of high-quality, natural ingredients and great-smelling fragrances. All deodorants have lasted longer than others I've used.
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The price is definitely higher than others drugstore brands; however, the efficacy, natural ingredients and fragrances are worth it.
I used to use native deodorant very consistently, and I always thought that it was a great option. In the last few months I wonder if the formula has changed. I use the sensitive formula, but I started to develop very dry patches of skin.
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If the formula has changed recently on the sensitive sku, it caused some sort of reaction on my skin.
Good price point. I bought mine at CVS and have the coconut scent, but the scents not very strong or long-lasting. I think my boyfriend's dove soap literally has a nicer smell.
Really wanted to love this, but unfortunately didn’t work well for me. Had a nice smell and is cheaper/on par with other natural deodorants, but it didn’t work out for me.
Crumbles easily and smells OK
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Improve formula to prevent crumbling
Smells great and is natural. This is a deodorant though, not an anti perspirant. I find they work great, it doesn't glide on super smooth but it works as intended and has great scents!