{"id":1098,"date":"2025-06-18T16:58:52","date_gmt":"2025-06-18T16:58:52","guid":{"rendered":"http:\/\/baldheadedgirls.com\/?p=1098"},"modified":"2025-06-19T15:30:24","modified_gmt":"2025-06-19T15:30:24","slug":"i-tried-full-body-deodorant-heres-the-good-bad-the-sweaty","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"http:\/\/baldheadedgirls.com\/index.php\/2025\/06\/18\/i-tried-full-body-deodorant-heres-the-good-bad-the-sweaty\/","title":{"rendered":"I Tried Full-Body Deodorant\u2014Here\u2019s The Good, Bad, & The Sweaty"},"content":{"rendered":"
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As beauty editors, we always keep our ears to the ground when it comes to product trends<\/a> and new launches<\/a>. I\u2019m not just talking about what hits our inboxes and desks on a daily basis, but also out in the wild: When I\u2019m at the pharmacy, the grocery store, or wandering the aisles at Sephora \u2014\u00a0I truly live and breathe the stuff. Which brings me to recently, when a Jerry Seinfeld-esque internal monologue wondered, \u201cWhat\u2019s the deal with full-body deodorant?\u201d\u00a0<\/p>\n

All of a sudden, they were everywhere<\/em>. Claims like \u201c72-hour odor control\u201d (pretty sure showering regularly\u00a0 has this part covered?) and H2T protection seemed too good to be true. I knew I had to dig deeper.<\/p>\n

\u201cPeople sweat everywhere, not just the underarms,\u201d explains New York-based dermatologist Shereene Idriss, M.D. \u201cThe rise of \u2018whole body\u2019 formulas is a response to the fact that people are becoming more aware \u2014 and frankly, more self-conscious\u00a0\u2014 about odor and sweating in other areas like the chest, back, feet, and yes, even the butt crack.\u201d As far as sweaty spots go, I deal with boob and back sweat during the summer. But normally, I\u2019d either just ignore it or hit my cleavage with a blast of my Dove antiperspirant; after all, it\u2019s more or less the same stuff\u2026right?<\/p>\n

According to Dr. Idriss, not necessarily: \u201cFormula-wise, yes, there can be differences,\u201d she says. \u201cWhole body deodorants tend to be formulated with gentler, odor-neutralizing ingredients<\/a> like baking soda, magnesium hydroxide, or even probiotic blends<\/a> rather than the heavy-duty aluminum-based antiperspirants you\u2019d find in clinical strength underarm products.\u201d Sure enough, a closer look at product labels revealed ingredients like tapioca starch, coconut oil, and even niacinamide, which work to balance skin and absorb oil where needed.\u00a0<\/p>\n

So far, I was on board. However, during my research, I couldn\u2019t help but notice cheeky advertisements that not-so-subtly seemed to prey on women\u2019s shame around vaginal odor<\/a>. This was problematic at best, and a health risk at worst. \u201cMy concern with patients using whole body deodorants in the groin is that they could get into the vagina if patients do not use them sparingly, and these products could be irritating to delicate tissue,\u201d says New York based-OB\/GYN Isabel Blumberg, M.D. \u201cIf a smell seems concerning, then a woman should see her doctor as that could be a sign of something clinical like a bacterial infection.\u201d Her best course of action? Opt for underwear made from breathable fabrics and if needed, a liner to help keep things comfortable. \u201cPads and liners, like ones from Carefree<\/a>, are specifically designed for the genital region and are easy to change or swap out to keep you feeling fresh and clean,\u201d she explains.<\/p>\n

But perhaps most exciting (at least for those who only had \u201cpowder fresh\u201d or vague floral scent options to choose from growing up in the 2000s), whole body deos seem to serve double duty as both\u00a0anti-B.O. protection and wearable fragrance these days. Dove\u2019s Sage & Lavender Cooling Whole Body Deo<\/a> and Native\u2019s Sea Salt & Cedar Whole Body<\/a> were among my most reached for, as was Curie\u2019s Santal Sage<\/a>, which I would readily buy as an eau de parfum. Meanwhile, Daise<\/a> dreams up deodorant (and corresponding body mists) in creative scent combos like Pear & Patchouli and Raspberry & Mint. (Not to mention, the tie-dye-inspired packaging brightens up any bathroom counter.)<\/p>\n

So, where\u2019s a sweaty gal to go from here? I give whole body deodorants a green flag when it comes to refreshing underarms, chest, and back \u2014\u00a0especially during the day. That said, I\u2019d love to see brands stop encouraging (subtly or otherwise) to use the stuff on the crotch. Below, a real-deal overview of the best ones I tried.<\/p>\n

DashDividers_1_500x100<\/title><\/div>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/amzn.to\/448aLGL\">Dove Whole Body Deodorant<\/a>, $11.99<\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/baldheadedgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/11906939.jpg\"><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Pros:<\/strong> Smells great, instant refreshing feeling<br \/><strong>Cons:<\/strong> None!<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019ve been on the natural deo train for years now, but on days when I have a grueling workout class and don\u2019t want to worry about B.O. ruining the vibe, I\u2019ll use Dove\u2019s regular deodorant spray. To\u00a0 stress test the whole body version, I swapped this one in for my hot yoga classes and nearly couldn\u2019t tell the difference. It performs surprisingly well for an aluminum-free spray, and the Sage & Lavender scent was my favorite among all the deodorants I tested. The price is right, and it felt cooling and refreshing when I needed it most.<\/p>\n<div><title>DashDividers_1_500x100<\/title><\/div>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.nativecos.com\/products\/whole-body-deodorant?variant=46204823306414\">Native Sensitive Whole Body Deodorant Stick<\/a>, $14 & <a href=\"https:\/\/www.nativecos.com\/products\/whole-body-deodorant?variant=46204823273646\">Whole Body Deodorant Spray<\/a>, $14<\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/baldheadedgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/11906938.png\"><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Pros:<\/strong> Felt and worked most like my normal deodorant<br \/><strong>Cons: <\/strong>Minor issues with the spray nozzle<\/p>\n<p>Along with Dove\u2019s spray, Native\u2019s OG stick is my daily deo of choice, and I have to say, I was super impressed with both the stick and spray versions of the brand\u2019s whole body deodorant. The scent options are elevated, and the stuff just plain works. I brought the Vanilla & Raspberry Whole Body Spray on a recent trip to Morocco, and it kept me feeling fresh and non-stinky during the hottest days in Marrakech. It\u2019s a yes from me!<\/p>\n<div><title>DashDividers_1_500x100<\/title><\/div>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/www.ulta.com\/p\/all-body-spray-deodorant-pimprod2050754?sku=2636686\">Daise All Body Spray & Deodorant<\/a>, $5.99<\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/baldheadedgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/11906936.png\"><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Pros:<\/strong> Unique scents, great packaging, very affordable\u00a0<br \/><strong>Cons:<\/strong> Doesn\u2019t last as long as I\u2019d like<\/p>\n<p>I really, <em>really<\/em> wanted to love this one, but I had some issues with Daise\u2019s All Body Spray & Deodorant. The scents and packaging are an 11\/10, but as someone who lives in a hot climate and works out a lot, this just didn\u2019t last as long as I needed it to. That said, I think the accessible price point (in most cases, less than half of competitors\u2019) and the matching body sprays are a smart concept. And hey, this might work for you if you\u2019re not as sweaty as I am \u2014 and I love that for you! As for me? If the brand ever chooses to make an extra-strength formula, I will be the first in line to buy.<\/p>\n<div><title>DashDividers_1_500x100<\/title><\/div>\n<h2><a href=\"https:\/\/curiebod.com\/products\/aluminum-free-deodorant-spray?variant=50908677308735\">Curie Deodorant & Body Spray<\/a>, $16<\/h2>\n<figure><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"data:image\/gif;base64,R0lGODlhAQABAAAAACH5BAEKAAEALAAAAAABAAEAAAICTAEAOw==\" class=\"lazyload\" data-src=\"http:\/\/baldheadedgirls.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/06\/11906937.png\"><\/figure>\n<p><strong>Pros:<\/strong> Gentle on skin, travel-friendly size, non-aerosol<br \/><strong>Cons: <\/strong>A little pricey<\/p>\n<p>I\u2019ve tried <a href=\"https:\/\/www.refinery29.com\/en-us\/curie-clean-natural-deodorant-review\">Curie\u2019s stick deodorant<\/a> before and loved it, so I had high expectations for the spray. Right off the bat, I liked that the size was purse- and gym bag-friendly since I like to reapply during the day as needed. Second, this was the only non-aerosol spray I tried, which \u2014 depending on where you live \u2014 makes the empty bottle easier to recycle. I was pretty impressed with its performance (I didn\u2019t notice any stinky pits during testing), but if you really like that dry-touch feeling from your deodorant, this one doesn\u2019t deliver that as effectively as some others I tried. But if you don\u2019t mind a little (not a lot) moisture \u2014 and reminder, none of these are labeled as antiperspirants, and none contain aluminum \u2014 then by all means, party on.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Like what you see? How about some more R29 goodness, right here?<\/strong><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>As beauty editors, we always keep our ears to the ground when it comes to product trends and new launches. 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