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To ask what you use as deodorant?

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YellowOrangePink · 13/05/2025 07:24

I've always just used cheap roll ons, I don't sweat much but I want to smell fresh as I work closely with others.

However, I've been seeing all these new fancy deodorants in the supermarkets lately and they're just so expensive and I'm scared to try one in case they're rubbish because I can buy ten of my regular deodorant for the price of one of these - I'm really skeptical that their performance matches my existing roll on. Is this the way the world is going though? Is it worth giving them a shot? Or are you one of these people who genuinely somehow don't even need to use any? I've had a couple of colleagues who whiff every so often, and I really don't want to. Its a bit of a shameless request for people's experiences before I go and potential waste my money.

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RaspberryBeretxx · 13/05/2025 11:29

Chemenger · 13/05/2025 11:27

That has Kaolin in it, which is a clay largely composed of aluminium silicate, so not aluminium free.

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Oh, I didn't know that! Thanks.

I've actually started making my own as well so maybe will stick with that (I just use coconut oil, bicarb of soda and arrowroot powder with essential oil).

TallulahBetty · 13/05/2025 11:27

Mitchum roll-on, been using it since I was 12. I NEED both deod + antipersp.

I tried Wild for 6 weeks and wanted to love it, but I never came out the other side of the 'sweaty smelly mess' stage. Back to trusty Mitchum I crawled.

Chemenger · 13/05/2025 11:27

RaspberryBeretxx · 13/05/2025 11:01

I use the Natural deodorant company active ones naturaldeoco.com/product/active-deodorant-balm-lemon-geranium-55g/

I prefer to use aluminium free. I find it works great but you have to get through a couple of months of slightly more smell at the beginning if your stop using anti perspirant. It's like your body takes a little while to get used to it.

That has Kaolin in it, which is a clay largely composed of aluminium silicate, so not aluminium free.

Youllnevergetabetterbitofbutteronyourknife · 13/05/2025 11:27

I suffer with hyperhidrosis so I use triple dry in the evening and a sure spray during the day.

Needanadultgapyear · 13/05/2025 11:25

Another Wild person I use either sea salt and Cotton or Thunderstorm.
My main reason for switching was reduction in plastic use and also not wanting to use aerosol for same environmental reason.

Thelnebriati · 13/05/2025 11:24

I used to use Sure but developed an allergy. Now I use Lidl own brand mens anti perspirant. Its hypoallergenic, lasts two days and costs about a pound.

KimberleyClark · 13/05/2025 11:22

Fussy. Works well for me and I love that it’s natural, aluminium free and how eco friendly it is.

Horrace · 13/05/2025 11:16

Sanex or Nivea men's anti perspirent deodorant. I share with husband. Don't bother buying separate.
Used to buy Dove stick for me but sharing a spray is easier and cheaper

Roundaboot · 13/05/2025 11:11

I really like Wild and find it's very effective on me, although I'm not a particularly sweaty person. Since using it regularly, I do find that if I use a regular antiperspirant then I absolutely reek by the end of the day. If you wanted to try it out, they do little travel versions that only cost a couple of quid and are handy if you want to reapply during the day.

RaspberryBeretxx · 13/05/2025 11:01

I use the Natural deodorant company active ones naturaldeoco.com/product/active-deodorant-balm-lemon-geranium-55g/

I prefer to use aluminium free. I find it works great but you have to get through a couple of months of slightly more smell at the beginning if your stop using anti perspirant. It's like your body takes a little while to get used to it.

SwanOfThoseThings · 13/05/2025 08:21

'Sure' roll-on usually, unless something similar is on offer when I buy it. The only 'supermarket' anti-perspirant I have ever found not to work was the Lidl 'Cien' one.

Swiftie1878 · 13/05/2025 08:20

I use Soft and Gentle. Smells nice, keeps me dry and doesn’t sting when I’ve just shaved!

chachahide · 13/05/2025 08:18

mambojambodothetango · 13/05/2025 07:30

Fussy. I like that it's eco friendly packaging and also has no aluminium in it, which is linked to breast cancer. Apparently it also smells nice.

I’m trying to get on with fussy for all the reasons mentioned! I find I sometimes whiff a bit at the end of the day though, maybe I’m not putting enough on.

Rolo87south · 13/05/2025 08:16

I was using vaseline intensive spray for years, stopped using now because I still smell sweaty after using it 😕.
I have changed to sanex the blue color spray, works perfectly still smell nice at the end of the day 😊.

Jk987 · 13/05/2025 08:06

I use Sure roll on. I’m bothered about the chemicals and aluminium but whenever I’ve tried an eco friendly one, it hasn’t worked

Berlinlover · 13/05/2025 08:00

I find Aldi roll on really good.

orangegato · 13/05/2025 07:53

Sure Men’s deodorant. Works better than women’s for some reason.

Ddakji · 13/05/2025 07:47

Right Guard aerosol. No smell. Love it.

minnienono · 13/05/2025 07:47

Lidl own brand roll on, cheap as chips!

MissScarletInTheBallroom · 13/05/2025 07:45

If it ain't broke don't fix it.

I use Mitchum roll on.

ButteredRadishes · 13/05/2025 07:43

Fussy here.

DameDoggieDoo · 13/05/2025 07:41

I use Pitrok (alum stone) unless I have a really long day ahead in which case I occasionally use a Sure roll on. Like to let my armpits breathe.

Alwayswonderedwhy · 13/05/2025 07:41

I tried a few of the expensive ones to avoid aluminum but deodorant doesn't work for me, I have to use antiperspirant. I really don't think they're worth the money unless you really don't sweat. I use dove or sanex usually and it works well.

AltitudeCheck · 13/05/2025 07:40

Sure Maximum Protection. Sometimes it's on offer for £3.50 or £4 and I stock up. It lasts quite a while and works better than anything else I have found.

Sunshineandrainbow · 13/05/2025 07:40

Why would you swap if it's working for you? Maybe add a spray of perfume or body spray.

I have spent years trying to solve my smell throwing lots of money at it.. this year I have cracked it with basic dove blue and white roll on.