23 Best Organic and All-Natural Deodorants of 2020 That Actually Work
WRITTEN BY: Â DIANE ELIZABETH K. | FIRST PUBLISHED: 01/31/2018 | LAST UPDATED: 01/17/2020
Making the transition from conventional deodorants to all-natural and organic deodorants can be a, well, stinky process of trial and error. We all want to avoid using toxic chemicals on our delicate skin, but no one wants to give up smelling fresh and clean in the process. Luckily, you don’t have to! We’ve researched and tried over 80 different natural and organic deodorants before narrowing down to this list of the very best organic deodorants that actually work.  These deodorant products are made with natural bacteria and odor fighting ingredients and contain no nasty chemicals. All of the organic deodorants below are free from Parabens, Aluminum, Triclosan, Talc, Propylene Glycol, Steareths, and TEA/DEA (triethanolamine/diethanolamne).
Choosing the right organic deodorant product for you requires a little understanding of how these natural products work. For starters, natural deodorants are not antiperspirants. Common antiperspirant ingredients (like aluminum chlorohydrate and aluminum zirconium) literally block your sweat glands from producing sweat. While this may sound like a good outcome, these ingredients have been linked to a few undesirable illnesses (1). Instead of blocking sweat, natural deodorants work by killing bacteria and neutralizing odor so that your sweat doesn’t smell bad. Additionally, natural powders (such as arrowroot, baking soda, kaolin clay, and corn starch) help to absorb excess wetness from sweating. Check out our guide on The Best Organic Deodorant Ingredients at the bottom of this list for more information on natural deodorant ingredients and how they work.
Additionally, some natural ingredients work better for some people than others. While baking soda is an amazing deodorizer, some people with sensitive skin find it a bit too harsh for their delicate underarm skin and may want a baking-soda free variety. Those who sweat heavily may prefer an organic deodorant that contains more heavy duty sweat-absorbing powders like kaolin clay and/or cornstarch. The bottom line is this: there is a natural deodorant product that will work for you! You may just need to try different formula’s until you find the right blend for your skin.
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1. *LOVEFRESH – SUPER STRENGTH ZINC OXIDE DEODORANT
Price : $24
This 100% natural deodorant does FANTASTIC job at eliminating odor. That's because this deodorant contains zinc oxide, a powerful antibacterial, naturally-occurring mineral. Additionally, the tried and true combination of baking soda, arrowroot powder, and kaolin clay are great at absorbing excess moisture. It does contain essential oils for scent; however, the scent is really subtle (like real fresh flowers) and barely noticeable after a few minutes.
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2. *MADE SIMPLE – CHAMOMILE LIME USDA ORGANIC DEODORANT PASTE
Price : $12
Got sensitive pits? Then check out these super gentle, baking soda free, certified organic deodorant pastes made with just 5 ingredients: coconut oil (moisturizing), arrowroot powder (sweat absorbing), and a blend of odor fighting essential oils like chamomile, lime, and grapefruit. No fillers and no harsh preservatives. This deodorant is also available in two other scents. Does a surprisingly great job of absorbing sweat and fighting odor!
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3. *AGENT NATEUR – HOLI(ROSE) NATURAL DEODORANT
Price : $26
One of the top organic and all natural deodorants on the market---and for good reason. This odor-busting deodorant features simple ingredients like organic coconut oil, baking soda, beeswax, sunflower + avocado butter, and a blend of sandalwood and rose essential oil. The formula glides on smoothly and easily after just a few swipes. It has a very light floral scent that's not overpowering.
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4. *AGENT NATEUR – HOLI(MAN) NATURAL DEODORANT
Price : $21
A solid natural and organic deodorant for men made with warm earthy oils of cedar wood, sandalwood, vetiver, and a hint of rose. It's made with powerful natural sweat and odor stopping ingredients like baking soda and castor oil which work all day long. Surprisingly effective given the simplicity of the formula. Designed and scented for men, but the scent can be worn and enjoyed by women as well.
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5. *SOAPWALLA – ORIGINAL ORGANIC DEODORANT CREAM
Price : $18
Unsure if organic deodorants really work? Start with this heavy-duty deodorant cream! It is filled with every odor and bacteria eliminating natural ingredient available. Top organic + natural ingredients include corn starch, baking soda, kaolin clay, shea butter, rosehip seed oil, jojoba oil, and a blend of potent essential oils like tea tree, lavender, and citrus. Great for men, women, and kids!
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6. *OSMIA ORGANICS – ORGANIC DEODORANT CREAM
Price : $12
A yummy vegan, aluminum free, and all natural deodorant cream is made from 92% certified organic ingredients. This paste combines tapioca starch, baking soda, and fuller's Earth clay for max sweat absorption. Essential oils of mint, lavender, and clary sage work to kill bacteria. The creamy texture comes from a blend of soothing oils. A lovely unisex scent that is recommended for men and women.
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7. *MEOW MEOW TWEET – ORGANIC TEA TREE DEODORANT
Price : $16
The baking soda version of the brand's popular organic deodorant paste made with organic arrowroot powder, baking soda, organic coconut oil, organic shea butter, kaolin clay (for maximum sweat absorption), organic jojoba oil, and organic essential oils for scent like lavender and tea tree oil. The tea tree oil version may be better for men (masculine scent) or those needing extra odor control.
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8. *CAPTAIN BLANKENSHIP – ORGANIC LIME & VETIVER DEODORANT
Price : $16
Packed with organic and wildcrafted ingredients designed to kill bacteria and absorb sweat. Organic hops work to kill odor-causing bacteria while aluminum free baking soda and arrowroot powder absorb sweat and neutralize odor. Other ingredients include organic coconut oil, beeswax, non-gmo vitamin E, organic shea butter, and organic lime and vetiver essential oils. Great for men and women.
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9. *EO PRODUCTS – USDA CERTIFIED ORGANIC DEODORANT SPRAY
Price : $9.22
A highly rated and very affordable USDA Certified organic deodorant spray for men and women that's powerful enough to stop bacteria in its tracks. Organic alcohol helps with dryness and potent essential oils like vetiver, lavender, rosemary, and grapefruit kill bacteria while delivering a pleasant long-lasting scent. Contains no harsh irritants, baking soda, toxic chemicals, or aluminum.
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10. *FROM MOLLY WITH LOVE – ALL NATURAL PROBIOTIC DEODORANT
Price : $13
A simple natural deodorant that does an amazing job at fighting odor and absorbing wetness. The combination of odor fighting oils and minerals like lemon oil and Himalayan pink salt, sweat soaking baking soda and arrowroot powder, and the promotion of good bacteria with probiotics is a triple threat for smelly pits. Has virtually no discernible scent, so it works well for both men and women.
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11. *ZIONHEALTH – CLAYDRY ORGANIC DEODORANTS
Price : $8
Need heavy duty protection? Then, meet your new deodorant! This was one of our favorite organic deodorants that we tested. It provides superior protection with a unique formula made from pure calcium montmorillonite (their secret weapon which contains 57 trace minerals for maximum absorption), arrowroot powder, baking soda, and a variety of bacteria killing essential oils. Available in 16 scents.
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12. *REAL PURITY – ROLL-ON NATURAL DEODORANT
Price : $18.11
Packed with every odor and bacteria fighting essential oil available, this stuff really works. Some reviewers even claim that they only apply this deodorant once every few days! It features natural odor and wetness fighters like aloe and vegetable glycerin as well as lavender, apricot, and rosemary oils (just to name a few). This roll-on was designed for specifically for sensitive skin types.
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13. *UNDERARMED – ACTIVE BOTANICAL LAVENDER AND EUCALYPTUS DEODORANT
Price : $15.99
Have you tried organic deodorants before, but weren't happy with the results? The founder of Underarmed knows your pain and crafted a product that actually works! It's a unique formula made with organic raw honey (antibacterial), castor oil (antibacterial), baking soda (wetness control), hydrogen peroxide, as well as eucalyptus and lavender oils. Hundreds of positive reviews speak for themselves.
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What are the best organic deodorant ingredients?
Aluminum-Free Baking Soda
Ever put a box of baking soda in your fridge? This is because baking soda is amazing at neutralizing odor and absorbing moisture. Also known as sodium bicarbonate, baking soda can sometimes contain aluminum particles so look for an aluminum free baking soda formula. Very high concentrations of baking soda can disrupt your skin’s pH and cause rashes for sensitive skin types, so be wary of high baking-soda deodorants.
Kaolin Clay
Mined from the mountains of Koa-ling China, kaolin clay is an extremely absorbent and detoxifying powder. It can easily absorb a lot of oil and moisture, which makes it a fantastic natural deodorant ingredient. Kaolin clay also has potent detoxifying properties. It is great at drawing out impurities from the skin and then neutralizing them with its blend of mineral and phyto-nutrients. Very gentle and great for sensitive skin types.
Organic Arrowroot Powder
Arrowroot powder is a very absorbent substance that is very similar to corn starch. It servers as both a medium for absorbing sweat and as a thickening agent for deodorant pastes and sticks. It is often found in natural dry shampoos as well because it is great at absorbing excess oil. By itself this powder isn’t great at killing bacteria, so it is usually mixed with potent anti-bacterial essential or vegetable oils like coconut, lavender, or sage.
Organic Essential Oils
Essential oils are essentially the anti-bacterial stars of organic deodorants. Some essential oils are better than others for deodorizing because many essential oils are too harsh for topical use. The best essential oils to look for in a natural deodorant are bergamot, cypress, grapefruit, lavender, tea tree, clary sage, and rosemary. It’s no wonder most organic deodorants come in lavender, citrus, and earthy scents.
Organic Aloe Vera
Because aloe vera gel tends to be very gentle, many people don’t realize that it has potent anti-bacterial and anti-microbial properties. By using aloe to kill the bacteria which causes odor in our underarms, you may sweat but the moisture won’t breed odor-causing bacteria. In fact, some people use aloe vera as a natural deodorant on its own. As an added benefit, aloe vera is also anti-inflammatory so it can be healing for razor bumps and bruises due to shaving.
Organic Cornstarch
Like arrowroot powder, baking soda, and kaolin clay, cornstarch is exceptional at absorbing moisture and sweat. Many natural deodorants use either arrowroot powder or cornstarch to absorb sweat and then combine the powder with a potent anti-bacterial to prevent odor. Even without an antibacterial agent, a good absorbent powder like cornstarch hinders the ability for bacteria to break down sweat and create odor.
Organic Coconut and Carrier Oils
Coconut oil and certain other carrier oils are often used in organic deodorant products because of their antibacterial, anti-inflammatory, and moisturizing properties. Lauric acid, a key component of coconut oil, is effective at killing a wide range of skin bacteria (including the bacteria that thrive under our armpits). Additionally, because this oil is packed with anti-inflammatory compounds, coconut oil can also be effective at reducing irritation caused by shaving or skin friction.
Organic Alcohol
Organic ethanol (alcohol) is a very powerful antibacterial agent. Some people can find organic alcohol too harsh for their skin (especially after shaving), but others find that they need the extra antibacterial punch to ensure that no odor builds up throughout the day. Most organic deodorants do not contain alcohol, but a few contain organic ethanol in small quantities so that it is not irritating.
Non-Nano Zinc Oxide
Non-nano zinc oxide is an effective and mild antiperspirant. Unlike aluminum, non-nano zinc oxide is not absorbed by the skin because the particulars are too large (beware of nano zinc partials that can be easily absorbed). Thus, it can effectively block the production of some sweat without posing a health issue. Additionally, Non-nano zinc oxide has some anti-bacterial properties which helps to reduce odor. It is a white powder that can leave streaks on your clothing if not properly rubbed in.
Organic Hops
Yes, the same stuff that’s used to make beer also makes for a fantastic natural deodorant ingredient. Organic hops have two main purposes in organic deodorant: as an anti-bacterial and as a natural preservative alternative to parabens. The anti-bacterial properties help to fight odor-causing bacteria on the skin, while the anti-microbial properties work to keep your deodorant product free from bacterial growth.
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The list doesn’t include a lot of good brands like Agent Nateur or Ac Nature
Thanks for the comment. We are always reviewing new brands and updating our top lists when we find great products. We’ll be sure to add the two brands you mentioned to our list of products to be reviewed and will add them to this list if they are good fits. Thanks for the tip 🙂
Do you have any idea of the ussal natural deodorant ? I like the product description, but I think there is no one to examine it.
What do you recommend the most for sensitive skin ?
Any knowledge about Native deodorant?
Native?!
Thanks for the suggestion. We are currently testing Native products! If they pass our tests, we’ll add them to the list!
A little confused, the beginning of the article claims all of the products are free from ree from Parabens, Aluminum, Silica, Triclosan, Talc, Propylene Glycol, Steareths, and TEA/DEA (triethanolamine/diethanolamne)……however, vapour clearly has Silica as one of its main ingredients. Can you reconfirm and update? Want to ensure the products stay true to claims for those of us truly looking to for natural products free from the items listed above.
Hi JP! Thanks for the catch. Silica was actually a typo on our list of prohibited ingredients. Amorphous silica (the kind used in cosmetics), is non-carcinogenic and is safe for use in cosmetics.
Did you test Primally pure deodorant? That is the one I use and don’t see on the list. Concerned that I should switch.
I would like to know if any of these organic products clump and leave white residue. For myself and my daughters, I want the best but it must be functional.
If you want to avoid white residue, I’ve found Primal Pit Paste’s Charcoal deodorant to be amazing! It’s grey/black due to the charcoal, so it doesn’t leave any white residue. Actually, it almost blends into the skin!
Hi there,
Can Propylene Glycol be vegetable derived?
Is it then safe to use in deodorants? Like Tom’s of Maine use it and they state it’s derived from Vegetable Oils.
Thanks.
Yes! It can be vegetable derived.
I really love SCHMIDTS Sensitive Skin Jasmine Deodorant. Is it safe?
Have you guys tested Primally Pure and Holly’s Keeping it Real (Etsy) ?
Hi, what happened to Island Deodorant? Does it miss your standards for being totally natural and organic, do you still recommend it or nay? thanks
Hey! I was wondering what are your thoughts on Attitude deodorant?