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Deodorant Stick
The best-known aluminum-free drugstore deodorant: pleasant scents and a gentler new formula, but it controls odor, not sweat.
7.8
Good
Beauty score
#4 of 6 body
Community
—/10
- Format
- Deodorant
- Size
- 2.65 oz
- Typical price
- $14.00
- Price tier
- Drugstore
Made for: All skin types
Key ingredients:Shea butter
Last reviewed November 2, 2026 by our editors · How we score
The verdict
The best-known aluminum-free drugstore deodorant: pleasant scents and a gentler new formula, but it controls odor, not sweat.
Native's Deodorant Stick is an aluminum-free deodorant that the brand says gives 72-hour odor protection; its upgraded formula uses magnesium oxide and piroctone olamine and is free of aluminum, parabens, phthalates and baking soda. It comes in a long list of scents, with Coconut & Vanilla the bestseller, in 2.65 oz and 3.1 oz sizes. Some creators and Reddit users call it a win for everyday odor, while others prefer rivals that keep them drier. As an aluminum-free deodorant it does not stop sweating, and at least one creator argues the brand has declined.
Best for
- People switching away from aluminum antiperspirants
- Light to moderate sweaters who mainly want odor control
- Anyone who wants fun scent options
What we love
- Aluminum-, paraben-, phthalate- and baking soda-free
- Wide range of scents, plus an unscented option
- Smooth glide on clean, dry skin
- Widely sold online and in big-box stores
Worth knowing
- Does not reduce sweating, only odor
- Fragranced versions may not suit sensitive underarms
- Pricier than conventional drugstore deodorants
How it scored
The breakdown.
Five factors, weighted for formulas. Here’s our working.
7.8Good
Beauty score out of 10. Brands can’t pay for placement — ever.
- Results30%7.2
Some creators and Reddit users call it a win for everyday odor, but as an aluminum-free deodorant it does nothing for wetness, and some find rivals keep them drier.
- Formula & ingredients20%8.0
A short, baking soda-free formula using magnesium oxide and piroctone olamine is gentler on underarms than older natural deodorants, though it is still fragranced.
- Texture & experience15%8.2
The brand describes a smooth, easy glide, and its large rotating scent range is a major draw in creator reviews.
- Value20%8.2
$14 for 2.65 oz costs more than mass-market deodorants but less than most premium aluminum-free options, with frequent bundle discounts.
- Community love15%7.6
A mainstream favorite in aluminum-free deodorant, though some creators argue it has declined, with one video titled 'Don't buy Native deodorant!'
Beauty profile
Inside the bottle.
Texture
Solid stick with what the brand calls a smooth, easy glide
Format
Deodorant
Fragrance
Contains fragrance — Many scents; the bestseller Coconut & Vanilla has notes of coconut, tonka and vanilla (an Unscented version is also sold)
Size
2.65 oz
Key ingredients
Ingredient encyclopedia →What’s in it: Aluminum-free: magnesium oxide, tapioca starch and cyclodextrin with piroctone olamine for odor control, plus shea butter and coconut oil; baking soda-free.
How to use
Swipe 2-3 times onto clean, dry underarms every morning.
Free from (brand-stated)
- aluminum
- parabens
- phthalates
- baking soda
Claims & certifications
- Cruelty-free (brand-stated)
- Vegan
- Paraben-free
Full ingredient list (INCI)13 ingredients · key actives highlighted · as listed by the brand
- Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride,
- Stearyl Behenate,
- Magnesium Oxide,
- Tapioca Starch,
- Cyclodextrin,
- Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter,
- Tribehenin,
- Fragrance,
- Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil,
- Piroctone Olamine,
- Bisabolol,
- Oryza Sativa (Rice) Bran Wax,
- Zingiber Officinale (Ginger) Root Extract
Formulas change. Always check the packaging, and patch-test if your skin is reactive.
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What people say
Straight from the source.
Verbatim from Reddit, forums, blogs and the beauty press — linked, so you can read the whole thread.
2 verbatim quotes · 1 positive · 1 critical
r/SephoraPositive
Native has been a win for me. I use their sensitive line since it is baking-soda free (had issues with the other) but they have reformulated this regular line to also be baking-soda free although I am too nervous to try it.
r/SkincareAddictionCritical
I randomly switched from their deodorant to Dove aluminum free around the same time … and Dove aluminum free is way better than Native deo and even keeps me drier.
Price & value
Is it worth it?
Typical price
$14.00
for 2.65 oz
DrugstoreMid-rangePrestigeLuxury
About 39% less than the typical body we review. Our value score: 8.2/10 for a drugstore pick.
Price checked November 2026 at a non-Amazon retailer. Prices change — retailers show the current one.
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Community
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FAQ
Good questions.
Does Native deodorant stop sweating?
No. Native is an aluminum-free deodorant, so it targets odor rather than blocking sweat. The brand claims 72-hour odor protection.
Does Native contain baking soda?
The current Deodorant Stick formula is listed as free of aluminum, parabens, phthalates, ozokerite and baking soda; it uses magnesium oxide instead.
What sizes and scents are available?
The classic stick comes in 2.65 oz and, for some scents, 3.1 oz. Core scents include Coconut & Vanilla, Sea Salt & Cedar, Eucalyptus & Mint, Charcoal and Unscented, plus rotating limited editions.
Is there a version for sensitive skin?
Yes. Native sells a separate Sensitive Deodorant, and the brand points people with sensitive skin toward it.
Sources we checked (6)
- nativecos.com/products/deodorant-stick
- nativecos.com/products/deodorant-stick.json
- target.com/p/native-coconut-vanilla-deodorant-2-65oz/-/A-75567578
- amazon.com/dp/B07GB3NVN1
- reddit.com/r/Sephora/comments/1xhv713/aluminiumfree_deodorants_any_other_suggestions/19rspcqi3g2jm/
- consumergoods.com/pg-goes-native-latest-acquisition
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