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

  • I think the scents are very lovely and subtle (read: won’t mess with your fragrances). The sensitive formula is nice and not irritating (my skin doesn’t love baking soda) but I don’t love how often I need to reapply during warmer months.

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    Perhaps a more emollient/grippy/glidey texture would help with longevity?

  • The only natural deodorant I use. I’ve never experienced B.O while using this product and for me the protection lasts all day, through work and the gym

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    I think it’s great as is!

  • This does not work if you are a heavy sweater! Not only does this not stop the sweat, the smell of the fragrance is not strong enough to cover up your BO.

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    Make a product that actually can stop sweating or cover up natural odor

  • Love that it’s natural, many scent options, and available at store near me. But the consistency is not for me. It irritates my armpits.

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    Smoother texture.

  • Great scents. The deodorant burned my armpits slightly so I had to discontinue using it. Love the hair conditioner!

  • The only deodorant I use. The standard kind of deodorant make my armpits itchy, so I had to switch to an aluminum free version. I felt like other aluminum free versions didn't always do the job for me, so Native has been my go-to. I love their scent selection. I've gone through at least 3 different scents. I also saw that they recently came out with plastic free packaging, which is pretty cool. I get mines at Target.

  • I know their deodorant is quite controversial but, I really love it! It works for me personally and it's nice knowing that the ingredients in it is beneficial for my skin.

  • native was the only natural deodorant that worked for me for awhile, and then i had to switch scents due to an allergic reaction. that’s when i figured out that some scents work really well while others don’t work at all. they also often leave a pretty tough-to-remove residue on bras and tighter shirts, and white fabric is easily discolored by it.

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    i wish all the scents worked equally as well, but the consistency is what i think should be worked on first

  • Love the body wash, didn’t love the deodorant! They have nice combinations of smells but the deodorant was meh and left a good amount of white cast. Natural deodorant is tricky but I much prefer Live Clean!

  • Their deodorant didn’t work for me. I have sensitive skin and ended up with a rash. When I tried their sensitive skin version it didn’t do much to reduce odor.

  • Best natural deodorant I have tried. I used the coconut lime scent and it was great for daily use but it didn’t stand up to really hot days or workouts.

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    Great for those looking for a natural deodorant. Would love more scent options. Was very expensive compared to other deodorants.

  • I liked the packaging and the smell! Protection-wise, not really good but I'm guessing definitely okay for the rest of the public since I have hyperhidrosis (I sweat a lot lol). I prefer bar deodorants over any other presentation and I liked the consistency of this one.

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    Maybe a stronger anti-sweat formula would be nice

  • Native was my first natural deodorant that I liked and continued to purchase. The light scents and application similar to the mainstream brand is what caught me initially, but after use I found that this deodorant really does work and it works for a decent amount of hours. I would say this deodorant lasts a strong half of the day. Reapplication may be needed if you're doing an intense physical activity.

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    The only downside to this deodorant is the paste-like consistency. I don't love it. Sometimes it leaves white marks on my clothes (that wash out) but during the summer I don't necessarily want to be walking around with white marks on my black tank tops.

  • Great smells and really great at breaking out into regular consumers with aluminum free.

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    They just didn’t cover for long enough for me. I had to reapply two or three times a day

  • I’ve tried many natural deoderants, and while I loved the scent of the few sticks I tried, I unfortunately developed a large rash under my arms that left me in pain for most of the day while wearing these deoderants. The body wash is one of my favourites and it’s a staple in my shower.

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    I would like to see a larger variety of formulas, it seems a lot of natural deodorants use the same ingredients which makes it difficult for people with sensitive arms to use.

  • I have the sunscreen. It's alright, it leaves a white overcast which I feel like a lot of the large sunscreen companies are able to overcome, but maybe because this product is suppose to not have the ingredients that are linked to cancer?

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    White overcast for sunscreen & price

  • I love this deodorant. The scents are nice and not overpowering. Normally, I switch back and forth between natural deodorants because they stop working after a few weeks. However, I've been using Native for 6 months and we're still going strong!

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    I love the idea of refills to not waste as much packaging. I'm not sure if they do that or not.