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

  • Despite the delicious array of scents, Native deodorants did not work for me. I found that the product clogged my pores and caused acne in my underarms. A rather unpleasant experience. I will add that I have sensitive skin and this might not happen to everyone.

  • Such a dry deodorant and it did make my armpits purge for a bit. After that it made the skin raw and burn.

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    Create one for sensitive skin!

  • Tried the coconut vanilla body wash and it smells great! Great lather and leaves me feeling super clean! The minimalist bottle also looks great in the shower.

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    Would love an option for a creamier consistency. My skin skews a bit dry, and it can feel "tight" after using the body wash.

  • A good scent that lasts long on the body, wish it would cut bad odor instead of cover up though but I still would re-purchase.

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    find a way to cut the bad odor instead of cover it up

  • Did not work, smelled good but did nothing to actually block odors, even after a months of using.

  • I like the clean aspect but definitely is not as effective as normal deoderant. Like the scents though!

  • These weren't for me. I am sensitive to baking soda in natural deodorants, so it gave me a rash. I have also used the sensitive formulas and it did not go a great job at keeping my BO at bay.

  • Love Native's deodorant and their conditioner. I have medicated shampoo, otherwise I would get Nature's shampoo as well! Smell is great and very gentle. I am very sensitive to smells so this is important to me. Definitely need to apply daily.

  • I've tried Native's shampoo & conditioner and I feel like it's a great deal. It isn't the best, like high end brands like Living Proof, but is still a clean product.

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    Adding a little more moisturizer into the shampoo and conditioner to make it a smidge less drying!

  • I recently tried Native's SPF 30 facial sunscreen and was unfortunately let down. I was super excited to hear of their clean ingredients, but the sunscreen burned my eyes after a few minutes of wear. I even tried it the next day, only applying it to areas on my face away from my eyes, and still found that it burned after 20-30 minutes. I would be open to trying other products.

  • Wanted to love this brand but developed a rash after a few uses of the women’s deodorant. I do use their body wash and like the variety of scents.

  • Their deodorants didn’t work for me but I love their sunscreen! It’s easy to rub in and doesn’t leave a white cast. I’m glad they have an unscented version.

  • I enjoy their body wash. I've yet to try the deodorant.

  • Love the smell and the texture considering it’s a clean product, one of the better ones I’ve tried.

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    The only complaint I have about this product is I have to be careful with wearing white shirts. If I wear this deodorant on a hot day with a white shirt, the yellow stain is not cute.

  • Have used this product for the past year+ and very happy with the results. I had been getting yellow stains in my clothing for years and looked for options without aluminum that actually worked. It’s not 24/7 coverage and find in certain situation I have to re-apply, but overall extremely happy. Qualm is that if I have it on and put a top on, likely there will be white on the top.

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    Wish the product didn’t bunch up under my arms and leave a white film on some of my clothing. Update: switched b/c did not last long when summer came. Found unreliable

  • I think the scents of these are very good, clean and original. I also love the sustainable options where they don’t use plastic, I felt I got a lot more use of of that particular line of deodorants. There are two things that hold me back: the price tag (usually between 12-15 for each sick) and they don’t always have the best wear. If I use this I tend to apply it twice through the day. Other than that I like this brand and will more than likely but it again. I also use their hair and body products.

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    Focus on refining the formula for a bit more wear time, or make sure you have some direction where it may need to be used twice. Lower the prices, what is being sold can still be sold at a premium, but at 15 each for some of the scents you will find that you will begin to lose customers as more brands come out with a similar model. Start changing all of the packaging over to either reusable/compostable/sustainable packaging; one of the best things about this company is your focusing on the plant based products (I don’t even care if it’s greenwashing) but if you truly start going toward this sustainability you could keep growing your market base, lower costs, and have better PR.

  • Love this deodorant. The cardboard tube can get a little smushy. But everything smells and works great.

  • Smells really good, applies well, doesn't make my skin break out

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    I know it's not an antiperspirant but I constantly have wet armpits so just something that consumers should know. Also the smell doesn't last long so this has to be reapplied multiple times a day especially if working out. Lastly the price is so expensive for deodorant

  • Products smell good and work for little while but then my armpits started to smell worse than if I hadn’t wore any deodorant at all.