Natural Deodorant

Make the switch to natural deodorants that provide effective protection from odour while allowing your body to perspire naturally. Our collection is free from synthetic fragrances, petrochemicals, and harmful ingredients like Aluminium Chlorohydrate, so you can stay fresh without compromising your health.

We offer a wide range of natural and organic deodorant options, including paste, spray, roll-on, and stick formats from top Australian brands. Our deodorants are designed to control odour-causing bacteria and absorb wetness without blocking sweat glands.

Perfect for those with sensitive skin, we offer unscented and bicarb free deodorants for those prone to rashes, as well as a variety of scents, from floral to neutral, and even natural options ideal for men’s deodorant.

For kids and teens starting to notice body odour, non-toxic deodorants are a safe and effective choice. Plus, many of our deodorants come in eco-friendly, plastic-free packaging, helping you stay fresh while being kind to the planet.

If you're new to natural deodorants and need some help to get started, take a look at Plastic Free Deodorants - How To Choose the Right One For You.

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Are Natural Deodorants better for you?

A study published in the Journal of Applied Toxicology found that chemicals commonly used in deodorants were showing up in breast-cancer tumors, leading the authors to suspect that the chemicals in deodorants may play some role in the development of the disease. natural deodorant must be better because they are free from petrochemicals, synthetic fragrances and aluminium.

What are the best natural deodorants in Australia?

Everyone's body chemistry is different, so not all deodorent will work the same. It may take some testing to find the most effective for you.  For women, men, teenagers, sports, the gym, you'll find 5 star review deodorants here.

All the deodorants you buy at Biome are aluminium-free, palm oil free, with no over-powering fake fragrances. 

Natural deodorants contain ingredients that raise the pH under your arms, or de-nature (kill) the bacteria.  Look out for:
  • Sodium bicarbonate
  • Magnesium hydroxide
  • Ethanol or witch hazel
Black Chicken paste and Noosa Basics roll on contain bicarb soda, which is very effective at inhibiting smells.
 
Goodeau and Viva La Body are bicarb free, using magnesium hydroxide instead.
vegan deodorant by Perfect Potion has a base of sugar-derived ethanol that kills bacteria plus essential oils.  
Next it depends whether you prefer a natural deodorant stick or roll on, a paste or a spray?

How to make natural deodorant?

The formula to make vegan natural deodorant pastes that work is quite simple and saves plastic waste too. Here is a recipe.

Why do people spell deodorant deoderrant?

It is a tricky word to spell as phonetically it is pronounced closer to deoderrant than deodoorant! Some people may stress the second syllable of deodorant, making it sound like ‘de-ODD-er-ant’, while others may stress the first syllable, making it sound like ‘DEE-oh-der-ant’. The word deodorant comes from Latin de- + odorans, which means “to remove or mask the smell", so it should not be spelled deoderrant.

What are the best ingredients to look out for in a natural deodorant?

Beeswax: Provides a barrier of protection while still allowing the skin to breathe. It is also vital to the deodorant staying a solid stick. For a vegan version, use candelilla wax. Recipe for DIY vegan deodorant stick without beeswax here

Shea butter: Rich in soothing vitamin E, shea butter moisturises and protects the underarm area.

Mango butter: Deeply moisturising like shea and cocoa butter, and packed full of natural antioxidants, that nourish the skin.

Cocoa butter: Softens, soothes and strengthens the skin, and helps to heal dry, damaged and sensitive skin.

Coconut oil: Antibacterial and antifungal, skin softening, protective, with cooling properties.

Arrowroot powder: Absorptive, natural antiperspirant, and good for those sensitive to bi-carb.

Kaolin white clay or bentonite clay: Absorptive and detoxifying, and a good alternative to bi-carb.

Essential oils: These are optional. Omit the essential oils if you have very sensitive skin.