Native reviews and discussion

3.8

67% of reviewers would recommend to a friend

Reviews mention

  • Refined, natural-leaning fragrances
  • Gentle, sensitive-skin formulas
  • Smooth, comfortable application
  • Attractive, sustainable packaging
  • Inconsistent odor protection longevity
  • White residue and shirt staining
  • Occasional gritty, sticky texture
  • Body wash sometimes feels drying

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.

AI summary based on Thingtesting reviews

2,493 reviews and posts

  • These smell great but did not work at all. I always smelled by the end of the day and reapplying never did anything but just make a weird cross smell between sweat and scent

  • i keep their mini deodorant in my car in case i forgot deodorant that day and while it is a quick fix, it doesn’t seem to last long. i don’t like their shampoo or conditioner, it does nothing for my hair and makes it feel dry, but i love their eucalyptus mint body wash i’ve probably purchased it over 5 times it smells amazing and the lather is so great. also looks really cute in the shower!

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    nothing, i love the mission just some of the products don’t work for me!

  • Honestly was disappointed — the body wash was so drying. It smelled great but wasn’t hydrating at all.

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    Literally so drying.

  • Native deodorants are pretty good, but they're SO expensive. My fiance is obsessed, but I can't really tell the difference between Native and other natural deodorants.

  • I've been using Native for a couple of years. There's definitely an adjustment period coming from traditional deodorant. I like the smell of the product and find it does a decent job masking odors.

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    I am allergic to some of the scents, so that was an unpleasant experience. The product is not as effective as traditional deodorant for me but I still choose to use Native.

  • My husband loves this deodorant and it helps minimize smell the best out of all the natural deodorants we have found. Unfortunately for me, because of the baking soda, I'm not able to use Native as I broke out in a rash. I think they have new formulas without baking soda, so I'll need to give those a go!

  • Tried multiple clean deodorants and this was the only one that did not cause a rash. This is now my preferred deodorant. Great scents and works well. Note, if switching to clean/natural deodorants, there is an adjustment period so give the product time so you can fully enjoy the benefits.

  • I love the minimal packaging and the smell is amazing.

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    Love the mission but the product doesn't do what it is supposed to do.

  • The best natural deodorant I’ve tried in regards to preventing odor. Lots of great scents.

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    Now that they sell at Walmart, I’m nervous the quality will go down. Does come off on dark clothes and leave marks.

  • Works well. A little grainy. Scents are a little intense.

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    More eco-friendly packaging. Plastic sucks!

  • This deodorant is definitely a great option for people who have sensitive skin or are looking for a sustainable option. It did not irritate my skin at all and it smelled really great (the powder and cotton is my favorite). I have no complaints about the deodorant! My only comment is how pricy it is, and I was able to find other comparable brands for a cheaper price.

  • I have sensitive skin, so finding deodorants that not only work to eliminate odor, but also don’t irritate my skin has been hard. However, with Native, my armpits have stayed fresh and feeling great!

  • I have become a big fan of Native. Their scents are fantastic. It's true, it is quite pricy for a single stick but they seem to last forever. One flaw is that it does leave residue on my t-shirts. I recently learned that I may actually be using too much which may be causing this.

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    I wish some of the temporary scents were available all of the time.

  • Really works. All the scents I've tried smell amazing - vanilla especially. Long coverage- big fan.

  • Several months back, I bought two plastic free deodorants (Lilac & White Tea for me, Charcoal for my husband) along with their shampoo. The shampoo was great (I don't expect much from shampoos in general, but this one made my hair/scalp feel squeaky clean and smelled good), but the deodorant didn't sweep me off my feet. It felt great using something that was plastic-free, but the product itself wasn't so effective. I used this nearly everyday during the summer, but sweat through anyway (and I promise I don't even sweat a lot!). So you can find me looking for a sustainable deodorant that does its job well!

  • I love my Native deo sticks. After making the switch to non-aluminum, Native has been my go to. Love their scents.

  • Definitely the best natural deodorant I've used. I recommend the coconut vanilla and the cucumber mint scents, but not the cotton one (that one barely has a smell). I like that you can now find this at CVS, Walgreens and other stores. It's not an anti-perspirant, so if that's what you're looking for, you should look elsewhere.

  • Didn't love the smell, doesn't serve the purpose, and dry, uncomfortable application. After reading publications saying the hype of natural deodorant is primarily fabricated, I was relieved to return to my Dove clinical strength. Maybe not natural, but goes on smooth, keeps me dry and smelling fresh through the sweatiest of workouts and longest of days.

  • I love my Native body wash. It is coconut vanilla scented and smells amazing. I typically get the big bottle and it lasts forever. It is gentle but effective for my sensitive and dry skin. Would definitely recommend to a friend!

  • I absolutely love native! Their selection of smells is fantastic and I can always find a new favorite scent!!! The packaging is very nice and obviously easy to use. The feel of theses are also fantastic!