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

2,498 reviews and posts

  • The deodorant just feels like a thick moisturizer for the underarms. I don’t feel that it does anything to deodorize. It also takes a minute for all the residue to wash off in the shower.

  • I like Native’s clean and sustainable products. I love all the scents they have available, and really enjoy their deodorant and body wash. My favorite thing is that it’s available at Target, making it easy to always make the sustainable choice.

  • Like the scent of the deodorant but doesn’t last very long on me and the texture feels chalky on the skin when you first apply it. Even after a couple of hours it looks white on your underarms and becomes almost sticky/waxy after sweating. I’m going to finish the one I bought but wouldn’t repurchase.

  • I’m writing this because I love the scents that they make. The lilac and white tea body wash is incredible. I really wish the natural deodorant worked on me! I just feel like I notice more deodorant marks than with other kinds - I saw they have a spray deodorant now which is what I use with other brands so I’d be inclined to try that! I also wish the lotions were more available in stores (I have never tried the lotion to go with the wash + haven’t been able to find the lotion in that specific scent in store)

  • Unfortunately these didn't really work for me year-round. I've tried a lot of natural deodorants and haven't had much luck with them working well during the hotter months. I do like Native for cooler months when I won't be sweating as much though - the product has a nice consistency and I love all of the scents they offer.

  • My partner changed his normal shampoo to their Sweet Peach & Nectar and has rave reviews! Smells amazing, his hair is a softer, shinier and it hasn’t irritated his scalp.

  • Wasn't a huge fan. Didn't work for me but I do like the way it smells on its own

  • I love the native packaging, but I found the deodorant just so so. I've tried other natural deodorants that worked better with my body chemistry.

  • This natural Deodorant actually works! I have tried so many and this is the only one that actually works and is healthy for you.

    Friends with Native
  • I really have liked their shampoo and body wash, but their deodorant didn’t last for me. I returned to a stronger, natural deodorant after giving Native’s a try.

  • Smells good, but doesn’t last as long as other natural deodorant brands I have tried. No sweat protection, as well

  • I really wanted to love Native's natural deodorant. I loved the variety of scents that this brand offers, but the actual product did not work for me.

  • I was really excited to try a "non-toxic" deodorant, but unfortunately it did not work for me. While using it I was excessively sweaty. Disappointing because they have a great mission statement.

  • I’ve only used the deodorant so I can’t speak to other products. I liked the scent but the it just didn’t work for me. It’s in my drawer as back up, in case I run out of my preferred brand, but I wouldn’t buy it again.

  • sadly did not work for me, the scents for deodorant are really nice, i must be too sweaty (sad)

  • Was amazing but I think they changed their formula because it’s not working as well. I have better luck if I order directly than if I pick it up at Target.