What's your favorite deodorant?

[mom2abcd]

Something "safe" would be great, but I haven't had any luck with those.

 

Lady Speedstick used to work, but I've had problems with it lately.

[Andie]

Suave works for me when I use a "regular" deodorant. (Day to day I try to use the more natural stuff.) Inexpensive, too.

[sbgrace]

 

Funk Butter works for me (none of the other "safe" ones do). I love it because I don't have to use aluminum and yet I don't stink at all!

Edited June 6, 2010 by sbgrace

[AHASRADA]

Degree!!

[Big Buckin' Longhorn]

Degree!!

 

:iagree:I like the Degree Ultra Clear - little black dress approved! :001_smile:

[Food4Thought]

I really like Dove. It's the only deodorant that I've been able to use for years on end with no sensitive skin issues.

[Desert Rat]

Degree works best for me. I use the Powder Fresh scent.

[yslek]

I use Tom's of Maine (scented) but do need to reapply during the day, and before and after exertion. :glare: Not ideal, but I refuse to go back to aluminum, and it's better than other natural stuff I've tried. (Deoderant crystals, for example, are the worst, imo. They've never done a thing for me, and they ended up smelling like B.O. :ack2:) I'll have to check out the Funk Butter.

[Liz CA]

I make it myself now.It works better and is cheaper.

 

Mix together coconut oil and baking soda until it's a creamy consistency.

If you like some scent, mix in a few drops of some essential oil.

[Cinder]

Suave works for me when I use a "regular" deodorant. (Day to day I try to use the more natural stuff.) Inexpensive, too.

 

Suave works for me too. I tried several other brands but would get funky later in the day. Or I just couldn't bear the fragrance. Tried Suave as a last resort. Couldn't believe it actually worked for me as I haven't had success with other Suave products. (Their shampoo makes me itch!) I use the Fresh scent.

 

In a pinch I've used antibacterial gel with success.

 

Cinder

[Jenny in Atl]

Kiss My Face Liquid Rock Summer Scent!

[elise1mds]

Mitchum for Women... I swap between it and Degree. Nothing else works unless I want to smell like a man.

[BeckyFL]

I was using Nature's Gate natural in the winter and it just won't do the trick now that summer in Florida has arrived. Back to my old favorites... the Avon roll-ons in the scents. They work great, smell good and I can get them for 99 cents each (and buy 5 get one free).

[blessed3x]

Tom's of Maine

[MamaT]

Secret. My dh even started using it because it worked better than his "man" deoderant (don't tell anybody). :001_smile:

[6packofun]

Dove for me, too. I couldn't stand Lady Speedstick when I last tried it! Ugh.

[LG Gone Wild]

I'm a heavy duty sweater and stinker. I use Clinical Strength Secret. Sadly, it's not black dress friendly but well, I have man sweat. I use less than half of what is recommended so it lasts.

[happi duck]

I really like Dove. It's the only deodorant that I've been able to use for years on end with no sensitive skin issues.

:iagree:

[Chris in VA]

Dove or Secret, here.

[BikeBookBread]

Another Dove user here.

[Medieval Mom]

Tom's of Maine

 

:iagree:

[lopezmom]

My hubby and I both use Dove...works great! We get the fresh scent from Sam's...not to girly or manly smelling. ;)

[thescrappyhomeschooler]

I use Tom's of Maine most of the time, but when I know I'm going to be doing something really sweaty, I'll use another deodorant. I buy sample size deodorants for that- like dove or suave.

[ktgrok]

I've always used Suave, Degree, or Secret. Well, I had a coupon for Sure, and tried it. OMG it works SOOO much better in the Florida heat!! LOVE IT!

[mommyofthree]

I alternate Certain Dri with Clinical Strength Secret.

[NanceXToo]

I've used Secret Invisible Solid, Spring Breeze Scent, for like the past 18 years :D I love it!

[dancer67]

Mitchum for Women. Without a doubt!

[Aggie]

I make it myself now.It works better and is cheaper.

 

Mix together coconut oil and baking soda until it's a creamy consistency.

If you like some scent, mix in a few drops of some essential oil.

 

:iagree: Or even just baking soda mixed with a bit of corn starch.

 

The more I read, the more difficult it is for me to believe that all these chemicals we're putting on our skin aren't causing problems.

[annandatje]

http://www.thecrystal.com/

 

I usually buy the one on the twist bottle.

[amydavis]

Another Dove user! I used to break out from some other brands.

[gaillardia]

I use Tom's of Maine (scented) but do need to reapply during the day, and before and after exertion. :glare: Not ideal, but I refuse to go back to aluminum, and it's better than other natural stuff I've tried. (Deoderant crystals, for example, are the worst, imo. They've never done a thing for me, and they ended up smelling like B.O. :ack2:) I'll have to check out the Funk Butter.

 

I have been using deodorant crystal for years with great success. I quit using the other stuff because of aluminum; but Tom's and Nature's Gate and whatever other more natural stuff I would use made me smell funny.

 

I also have used Jason's rose powder but can't find it anymore.

[Guest Katia]

First, I swipe good under both arms with Rubbing Alcohol, and then dust lightly with baking soda.

 

Most of the time, I just use the rubbing alcohol, but if I know it's hot and humid, I go for the baking soda.

 

I like to alternate this with Witch Hazel that I've added Tea Tree Oil to. Works great!

 

I absolutely refuse to use any store bought deodorant ever again. My girls (18 and 20yo) have never used an antiperspirant because I didn't ever want them exposed to the aluminum.

[m0mmaBuck]

:bigear:

 

When my dad died, it was a combination of Alzheimers and Parkinson's with a nice dash of acute lung infection that did him in. I need to find an alternative to my much beloved Secret Shower Fresh. It works well, but what else is it working on?

[mom2abcd]

Dove for me, too. I couldn't stand Lady Speedstick when I last tried it! Ugh.

 

Yeah. I think they've changed the formula to something that doesn't work.

 

Thanks for the ideas, ladies!

[Tracy in Ky]

Alcohol! Works great!:)

[JudoMom]

I'm a heavy duty sweater and stinker. I use Clinical Strength Secret. Sadly, it's not black dress friendly but well, I have man sweat. I use less than half of what is recommended so it lasts.

 

Have you tried the Suave Clinical Strength? For me, it's almost as good as the Secret, but it's quite a bit cheaper.

[Teachaheart]

I make it myself now.It works better and is cheaper.

 

Mix together coconut oil and baking soda until it's a creamy consistency.

If you like some scent, mix in a few drops of some essential oil.

 

I do this as well, and it works great.

[mcconnellboys]

I use Thai Crystal spray with good results.

[mom31257]

I have a question about the homemade and natural types. Are they just deodorant, or do they also keep you from sweating? I don't mind sweating if it doesn't stink, but won't it stain clothes?

[MyLittleWonders]

Dh and I use the Thai crystal - it's actually the only "natural" one that works for dh. We don't want the chemicals in the regular ones, aren't looking to stop the body from perspiring, and just need something that kills the odor.

[Teachaheart]

I have a question about the homemade and natural types. Are they just deodorant, or do they also keep you from sweating? I don't mind sweating if it doesn't stink, but won't it stain clothes?

 

The coconut oil/baking soda deodorant does not keep you from sweating, but it does keep you from smelling like sweat. I usually rub mine in really well and let it absorb before putting a shirt on, and so far I have not had any stained clothes.

[Guest Virginia Dawn]

Something "safe" would be great, but I haven't had any luck with those.

 

Lady Speedstick used to work, but I've had problems with it lately.

 

When I didn't have any more babies but still had a huge, half full, bottle of baby powder, I opened it up and filled the rest up with baking soda. I gave it a few shakes and have been using that talc/bakingsoda for 2 years. I do sweat, but I don't smell. I don't know if it makes a difference that I also do not wash with soap, just hot water.

[Chaqar]

Tom's of Maine but, as others have said, it must be reapplied throughout the day as needed.

[Negin]

First, I swipe good under both arms with Rubbing Alcohol, and then dust lightly with baking soda.

Most of the time, I just use the rubbing alcohol, but if I know it's hot and humid, I go for the baking soda.

I like to alternate this with Witch Hazel that I've added Tea Tree Oil to. Works great!

I absolutely refuse to use any store bought deodorant ever again. My girls (18 and 20yo) have never used an antiperspirant because I didn't ever want them exposed to the aluminum.

This is helpful and I'm willing to try it out. I hate using antiperspirants, but often find that I have to, since nothing natural works on me. :confused: And I have tried lots and lots of natural methods - including coconut oil and baking soda.

 

One thing I do want to point out - heavy sweating is one of the many symptoms of a congested lymphatic system. Once I began paying attention to this and doing the following, it really helped. Made a world of difference.

Lymphasizing involves:

* Dry Body brushing - I do this daily

* Deep breathing

* Rebounding/Bouncing

* Massage

 

Lymphasizing cleanses you out.

The lymphatic system is the metabolic garbage can of the body. It rids you of toxins such as trapped protein, bacteria, viruses, dead and cancerous cells, nitrogenous wastes, fat, infectious viruses, heavy metals, and other assorted junk cast off by the cells. Lymphasizing stimulates the free-flowing lymphatic drainage system. The lymph carries the waste away to be disposed of through the urinary tract and other excretory mechanisms.

 

Many people have badly congested lymphatics and don’t even know it. The lymphatic system is often the most over-looked system of the human body. In Europe stimulation of the lymph flow is the fourth most commonly prescribed medical treatment. Most U.S. healthcare practitioners seldom consider the lymphatic system’s critical role in preventing illness or its importance to the over all healing process. There are many symptoms of a congested lymphatic system, but I just wanted to point this out for those who sweat heavily. Once I began dry body brushing and rebounding, my sweating went way, way down.

 

I just would like something more natural that actually works for longer than say 5 minutes.

[Pippen]

Secret. My dh even started using it because it worked better than his "man" deoderant (don't tell anybody). :001_smile:

 

I even things up since I use the Menen for men. Fresh scent. ;)

[TammyinTN]

I use secret in the morning after my shower and dove at night after my shower.

[DarlaS]

I really like Dove. It's the only deodorant that I've been able to use for years on end with no sensitive skin issues.

 

:iagree:

 

Just be careful. There is one variety with an obnoxious scent. I can't remember what it's called (and it's likely to be subjective anyway).

[Teachin'Mine]

:iagree: With both of the above statements. I like the Dove carried by Costco, but recently tried one in a double pack from WalMart, and it was terrible. Not only was the "fragrance" less than desirable, it didn't work! :tongue_smilie:

[k2bdeutmeyer]

Another Dove user here. I use the "Fresh" scent. It's the only thing I've found that doesn't make me break out.

[MaMa2005]

I really like Dove. It's the only deodorant that I've been able to use for years on end with no sensitive skin issues.

 

:iagree: