This Natural Deodorant Doesn't Stink

May 27, 2009

Natural deodorants are great in theory, but sometimes just so-so in practice. (Tom's of Maine, I'm sorry, but you may want to rename your version Stanky Pits.) I'm always on the lookout for a natural deodorant that smells fresh and clean, and Lavanila the Healing Deodorant ($18) does the trick.

This all-natural deodorant has no parabens, sulfates, petrochemicals, phthlates, or synthetic dyes. Instead, it uses lichen and tea tree oils to keep the funk at bay. I like the vanilla-lavender scent, which is strong enough to cover any BO without being overpowering. Because it's deodorant and not antiperspirant, you'll still sweat; this doesn't bother me, but if you have to stay completely dry, you might want to take a pass. However, if you like your green deodorant more luxurious than jam-band groupie, this is worth the splurge.

Deodorant LaVanila

36 Comments

lizs 3 years 50 weeks

I agree that Tom's of Maine is noooo good. I've been using Aubrey for a few years and it works pretty well here in humid Houston. I got really excited about this LaVanila product, even with the high price tag, but I don't love the ingredients. Saccharomyces ferment can cause topical fungal infections...the idea of that is enough to put me off.

3 years 51 weeks

Interesting.... Tom's of Maine is the only natural deo that seems to work for me. All the other ones mentioned here still leave me stinky. I may try Lavanila next, though.

CoronaLove 3 years 51 weeks

i just bought the vanilla coconut. I cant wait to try it out. The girls at sephora said they were all given one and they really liked it. The only thing I recommend is actually going into the store to purchase this. Only because the deodorant scents differ greatly to the original scents. I was originally going to purchase the plain vanilla but it smelled kind of soapy to me not like the vanilla fragrance they sell. Cant wait to share my thoughts on this.

3 years 51 weeks

Agreed on the Tom's of Maine. I tried the apricot scent and not only did I get the horrible itching rash, but my underarm skin started to ooze that clear pus-like stuff that is in blisters! Terrible, terrible product.

jennjennnbubba 3 years 51 weeks

I was so going to order this but when I went to, it was on backorder. Now I am over it and will stick with Degree

aimeeb 3 years 51 weeks

$18 is a bit pricey for me but if it works and you're big into being eco friendly go for it. I'll stick to my Dove. :)

POPSUGAR Beauty 3 years 51 weeks

Yeah, $18 is indeed pricey, but deodorant lasts for a long time, so I think it's a decent investment if using a natural deo is important to you. I've tried the crystal, too, and it wasn't for me. Interesting that there's so much Tom's of Maine haterade here. I love the idea of ToM so much, but I haven't had much luck with its products. The deodorant is seriously slimy and it actually made me smell worse somehow. Like it brought out all of the stink of my sweat.Not that I sweat. ;)

POPSUGAR Beauty 3 years 51 weeks

cmill38 3 years 51 weeks

i'll have to try this. i tried to crystal rock thing a few times....not for me! i never knew that i could smell like a wet and sweaty little boy.

Susanna 3 years 51 weeks

I'm going to try this. $18 is expensive, but at least Sephora has a good return policy so I can return it if it doesn't work.

Jessiebanana 3 years 51 weeks

I like my deodorant chemical and as strong as possible sorry. I don't even like my pits to think about sweating.

michlny 3 years 51 weeks

So weird that you all got rashes from Tom's -- I did too!! And I don't get rashes from ANYTHING!!! Alba and Kiss My Face make great natural deodorants!

michlny 3 years 51 weeks

So weird that you all got rashes from Tom's -- I did too!! And I don't get rashes from ANYTHING!!! Alba and Kiss My Face make great natural deodorants!

EllasMom 3 years 51 weeks

Tom's sure doesn't work for me either. I reallylike Jason Tea Tree deodorant. Only $4 or $5.

Baby Girl 3 years 51 weeks

$18 is a bit much for deodorant. And I agree Tom's does not work!

Ayu 3 years 51 weeks

I don't find $18 a lot for a deo, I can have one for months. Rather save money on make-up.My Lush deodorant will last me a year with everyday use.

Ayu 3 years 51 weeks

I don't find $18 a lot for a deo, I can have one for months. Rather save money on make-up. My Lush deodorant will last me a year with everyday use.

leeluvfashion 3 years 51 weeks

For a cheaper price (like, $5 or 6) I will buy Crystal Rock Roll-On Deodorant; still natural however not as "frilly" with packaging and scents.

cloroxcowgirl 3 years 51 weeks

I almost bought this the other day at Sephora! Went with one of their roll on perfumes instead but I really want to try this. I agree about Tom's of Maine, too. Kiss My Face deoderant works pretty well for a natural one.

Merlin713 3 years 51 weeks

**I'll pass on <i>this</i>...

Merlin713 3 years 51 weeks

**I'll pass on this...

Merlin713 3 years 51 weeks

18 bucks can put a fair amount of gas in my car... I'll pass on the Deo for the BO.

3 years 51 weeks

I love toms of maine, but ONLY in the lemongrass scent. the others either give me a rash or dont work at all. yeah, but Im not gonna pay 18 bucks for deodorant