The 14 Best Natural Deodorants for Men in 2023, According to Grooming Experts

Most natural deodorants, understandably, use a lot of fragrance to help mask odor. Somehow, this fragrance-free version neutralizes stink without the aid of added scent. It could be the probiotics in the formula which help to maintain good (non-stinky) bacteria. Or it could be magic. Either way, it’s so effective that we gave it a Men’s Health Grooming Award.

The dry spray formula of this aluminum-free deodorant is by far the easiest to apply on this list and the potent scent makes it great for heavy sweaters or those who need a bit of extra odor protection. It’s as close to a traditional deodorant as you can get without aluminum.

Sure, this scent from Schmidt’s smells incredible (a little like patchouli), but the real innovation is the new sensitive skin formula. It has all the good stuff, like magnesium and activated charcoal, but is baking soda-free which means it doesn’t irritate sensitive pits and it glides on more easily and quickly than previous Schmidt’s formulas.

This natural deodorant has one ingredient that sets it apart from all the rest: niodor. It naturally inhibits the growth of odor-causing bacteria for 24 hours. When combined with sustainable Amazonian brown clay, coconut oil, zinc and tapioca starch, this natural deodorant is your best defense against the dreaded stench of body odor.

Some natural deodorants ask you to change your routine—they don’t apply as easily as the traditional ones you’re used to. Native, however, goes on smooth and doesn’t need to be warmed up or applied with your fingers. This fresh eucalyptus and mint scent is fresh without smelling fake.

Another refillable deodorant, this one allows you to choose the color of your case and your scent. Plus it actually works; it helps control odor as long as some of our favorite traditional deodorants while helping you feel like you’re doing your part for sustainability.

By this point, Ursa Major’s deodorant is a classic and there is a reason for that. It consistently outperforms many of the other brands we’ve tried, both in scent and longevity. If you’re just making the switch to naturals, start with this one—it’s the most like the traditional deodorants you’re used to.

The packaging and scent of this natural deodorant brand is more like something you’d find in a high-end cologne, ensuring that you won’t be embarrassed to leave it out on your bathroom sink. The natural formula leaves out all the things you would expect, like sulfates and parabens, but doesn’t compromise on efficacy.

Helmm also provides a refillable container alongside a monthly subscription for refills, so you never have to worry about going to the store again. The stellar deodorant is formulated with natural ingredients and without talc, sulfates, parabens, and other bad stuff.

What’s the point of going natural if you’re still creating waste from the packaging you have to throw away? Myro’s refillable containers allow you to buy recyclable refills in a variety of scents. As with most natural deodorants, the product is formulated without aluminum, parabens, or phthalates.

This deodorant is just as much about what it leaves out (aluminum, baking soda, alcohol, and synthetic fragrances) as what it includes in the formula. The bergamot extract paired with probiotic enzymes block odor and the corn starch helps to absorb moisture, keeping your pits fresh without aluminum.

Bravo Sierra’s products are field-tested by the active-service military before they’re released, so if this deodorant is good enough for them, you know it’ll be good enough for you. Instead of aluminum, it contains cassava to soak up sweat. The vetiver and cedarwood scent will keep you smelling fresh all day.

Unlike other natural deodorants that can stain your clothes or leave an oily residue, this Men’s Health Grooming Awards winner is a gel that goes on clear and stays that way. The innovative formula uses a blend of alpha hydroxy acids to neutralize odor through your body’s own chemistry. The soothing spa-like scent is fresh but not in your face.

This formula doesn’t have aluminum, but it does have shea butter and coconut oil to moisturize the skin under your arms in addition to blocking odor. It also goes on clear, which means it won’t leave any oil stains on your clothes.