Deodorant Cream, Lavender, 2.4 Ounce

I can't even believe I'm writing this already. I just took delivery on the lavender version day before yesterday. After my shower, I used a SMALL PEA SIZED amount. I tapped it between my fingers, then rubbed it into each armpit. (Note here that I used only the small pea sized amount, split between both pits). I rubbed it in. I wasn't sure if it was enough. Well, yesterday I had some things to do outside. It was 89° with a 105° heat index. It's so humid, you can cut the air with a knife. I was drenched in sweat. Then I cleaned the 2nd floor after fixing dinner, again drenched in sweat. My armpits were definitely damp. I got as close as possible and took a whiff. All I smelled was a light lavender. There was absolutely no body Odor. I used my fingers and rubbed each pit. NO body odor, I mean nothing! I've never had a deodorant work like that. For comparison, the day before I used Secret, just because it was in the cabinet. I started the same job I finished yesterday. I had a slight body odor. I'm sure no one else would have noticed; it was very light,not horrific, but it was present. I've switched to natural deodorants instead of antiperspirants. My husband's armpits kept itching. He hated using deodorant and frankly, he needs them. After I bought a natural deodorant made by Salt and Stone, he liked wearing it and it worked. I've also developed an itch when I use antiperspirants. I tried his Salt and Stone and it worked as well as the Secret, or any other well-known brand names, like Almay. I also tried 3 others, including MagSol and Native. Another was a solid gel, but it didn't work as well as my goto which was Almay Gel. The MagSol worked as well as any other, but the solid is too solid and dry feeling, making it more difficult to use. I found the Native worked the best, lasting 48-72 hours. My only criticism is that it was extremely strong smelling; it's overwhelming. I prefer that my deodorant be very lightly scented, or completely unscented. I was running out of the Native. I wanted to try a cream. I almost bought Lume. My search lead me to this one. The ratings are excellent, so I bought it. I've honestly never used an antiperspirant or deodorant that works this well. I have a degree in biochemistry. I know Magnesium (mg) is in the same chemical category as aluminum. I've used antiperspirants that have Zinc instead of aluminum. They don't work as well. Mg is the working ingredient in all of the natural deodorants that I've tried, and it works as well as aluminum. One of 2 things are happening here: 1. There is a unique combo of ingredients, including the mg, which makes this stand out. Or: 2. The cream form works better than any solid deodorant, because you can really get it onto, and rub it thoroughly into, every area of the armpit. I think it's #2. I had 2 rotator cuff surgeries a year ago on my right shoulder. In one month, I'm scheduled for rotator cuff surgery on the left. My range of notion is very good, considering the damage to both shoulders, but it's not normal. I can't completely lift my arms, so it's harder to apply a solid stick deodorant. My fingers can do a better job, plus I rub it in. A solid deodorant is rubbed on, not in. I think it's the cream presentation that makes this work exceptionally well. Plus the cream just disappears. I can't feel anything there once it's rubbed in. The lavender smell is light and not overwhelming. It's true lavender. It's a lovely clean smell. I will never go back to using a stick deodorant. Unless something changes, this is the deodorant I'll use. It's pricier than the name brands, but remember that you lose at least 25% of a stick, because you can't reach all of it. It'll fall out when you get towards the end, and a bunch is stuck in the applicator. You can get to 100 of a cream, especially when it's in a jar. I have absolutely no intention of trying any other brands of deodorant. I'll add to this review if something changes.

I have had yet to try a non antiperspirant that actually works and doesn’t give me a rash or make my armpits red and is aluminum free! Love it

This is my favorite deodorant of all time AND it actually works. I put it to the test with the breastfeeding hormones as well as working outside a lot. It is a great texture and application is smooth and easy which can be an issue with other natural deodorant products.

I never thought I’d have a deodorant cream but here we are. After a year of using non-toxic deodorants like Native or Hello, I finally had to face the fact that they just don’t work for me. This product on the other hand has a lovely scent and I have found that it lasts all day. Im going to see how long the jar lasts but I’m hopeful it will last longer than those puny plastic deodorant sticks where it falls out of the stick when it gets low. I love the glass jar and metal lid on this deodorant… I will be able to use ALL of the product before I toss it :) no plastic and less waste <3

I’m on my 4th or 5th repurchase! This is the best aluminum-free antiperspirant I’ve tried. It lasts all day, even through a gym session. Love the gentle, natural scent, too. It doesn’t smell fake and it’s not overpowering (I always get the lavender).