The Best Environmentally Friendly Deodorants for Men

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Switching to a natural deodorant is an important step towards a non-toxic and eco-friendly lifestyle. Natural deodorants might be increasingly available in the market, but it is difficult to find one that is environmentally friendly and effective at the same time. After detailed research and a lot of testing, we have come up with the 5 best, environmentally friendly deodorants for men that keep body odors at bay.

All the deodorants listed below are cruelty-free, vegan, free of palm oil, toxins, and harmful chemicals; they focus on ethical sourcing and sustainable packaging. So, feel free to try them yourself and find the best deodorant for your needs.

Ethnique Solid Deodorant Bars

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With ingredients that keep the stench away but do not block the pores, these bars are carefully designed and easy to apply. They contain a blend of nourishing jojoba and almond oil, with antibacterial zinc oxide and magnesium hydroxide that naturally alters the pH of the skin without any irritation. Bamboo is the secret ingredient that absorbs the sweat and sebum to help you stay fresh all day long!

Apothecary muse zero waste deodorant stick

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Formulated with natural ingredients, Apothecary Muse promises to keep you stench-free up to 12 hours. Irrespective of whether you are an athlete or not, the essential oil blend keeps odors at bay with a combination of non-Nano zinc oxide, arrowroot powder, bentonite clay, and nourishing butters and oils.

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Booda organics cream deodorant

Booda is created with USDA certified ingredients that you can easily find in your kitchen. While it is not the best deodorant for an active lifestyle (it will not eliminate bad odors), it is very easy to apply. Keep in mind that it contains baking soda which can cause irritation if your skin is sensitive. It comes in a BPA-free recyclable container.

Schmidt’s natural deodorant

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They offer a wide selection of deodorants all formulated with gentle and effective ingredients for any skin type (apart from baking soda). They are easy to apply and are not greasy or sticky. These deodorants are easily absorbed but one point to note is, while their products are palm oil-free, some of them contain derivatives.

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Demes Natural beauty deodorant spray

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This spray effectively eliminates all funky scents, from your armpits to shoes, and even from your sofa! What is more, it is also a disinfectant with natural ingredients and alcohol. While it is not completely suitable for sensitive or dry skin, you can use it to freshen up after a workout or a hike. It is travel-friendly and comes with different essential oil blends to suit your scent preference.

With these eco-friendly deodorant options in the market, you can easily ditch the toxic chemical-loaded antiperspirants that are not only bad for the environment, but for your skin and health. Natural deodorants are more readily available and are very effective! There are plenty of natural and eco-friendly deodorants, all you have to do is choose the one that best suits your needs!

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