6 Best Whole-Body Deodorants, Sweaty-Editor Tested and Approved
Yes, even for “down there” sweat!
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Our top picks for the best whole-body deodorants in 2024
I’m a certified sweaty girl, and I’m not afraid to admit it (for the sake of beauty journalism). A crowded room, the subway, my room when the AC has been off for five minutes—all settings that trigger perspiration in mere minutes. The worst part? It’s never really my armpits I’m worried about. The real culprits are my upper lip, my lower back, and my underboob area.
The solution to my all-over sweat? A whole-body deodorant. And no, you don’t need to contort your body in order to rub a stick on your back. So many of the best whole-body deodorants come in the form of easy-to-disperse sprays or lotions! Not to mention, all of our picks are aluminum-free.
Ahead, the best whole-body deodorants for my fellow sweaty people to keep ya smelling fresh.
A whole-body deodorant should prevent sweating while also keeping you smelling nice and fresh. I’ve been using this one from Dove since it launched a few months ago, and let me tell ya, my life has changed for the better. It keeps me from sweating through my clothes on the hottest of days, and it has a faint coconut scent (which I love). It also comes in an unscented version if fragrance-free is more your speed.
Since it comes in lotion form, you simply rub it on your body in any sweat-prone places and let it absorb for an odor-free day. I used to be the person with visible underboob and back sweat at all times, and this lotion has made my walks, commutes, and everyday activities much more bearable.
- Scent: Coconut and vanilla
- Type: Lotion
Sometimes we sweat in hard-to-reach places, no shame! A spray-on deodorant is gonna be ideal for your back, feet, and wherever else gets a little smelly. Luckily, Native’s Whole Body Deodorant Spray boasts up to 72 hours of odor protection and dries super quickly. Not to mention, it comes in a bunch of fresh fragrances that can even moonlight as a body mist to keep you feeling and smelling incredible.
- Scent: Cucumber and mint, coconut and vanilla, lilac and white tea
- Type: Spray
Okay, I first discovered Honey Pot because of its hydrating and pH-balancing body washes. They’re great for a nourishing and gentle cleanse—so as soon as I found out they made a body deodorant, I knew it would keep my sweat at bay while keeping my skin at an ideal pH for protection. Filled with sea kelp and aloe, this formula will simultaneously minimize sweat while soothing the skin. It’s even gyno-tested, so you can spray it on your undies or around the skin of your vag to deodorize, if you’d like.
And the best part? It comes in six different versions including amber sandalwood, lavender, and even a sensitive, unscented version. So instead of smelling like sweat, you can protect yourself from odors, while adding pleasant floral notes. And it’s all sensitive-skin friendly!
- Scent: Amber sandalwood, lavender, cucumber, and more
- Type: Spray
If you’re a victim of underboob sweat (relatable), then let us introduce you to this lotion that is specifically formulated for any area where the skin folds. “The Ban underboob deo is fab for keeping in my gym bag,” says beauty editor Beth Gillette. “The cream consistency glides on (I just squeeze it out and then spread it on my skin from the applicator) and keeps me smelling fresh.” No more sweating through your bras or shirts—this aloe-filled deodorant has you and the girls covered.
- Scent: Unscented
- Type: Lotion
“I love the Secret Whole Body Deodorant Cream, quite literally, on my whole body,” explains Gillette. “I especially use it on my feet before sliding on ballet flats, as well as on my inner thighs before a sweaty workout. It has a smooth, powdery finish on my skin that leaves me feeling dry (but not dried out, ya know), and I love that it comes in a fragrance-free version.”
- Scent: Peach and vanilla
- Type: Cream
First Aid Beauty’s formula goes on like a body moisturizer, and absorbs into the skin in seconds for instant sweat resistance. It’s a lightweight consistency that you can use all over—it won’t feel sticky or heavy atop the skin. Plus, the citrus scent is all natural, so if you’re sensitive to fragrance, this formula is perf for your skin.
- Scent: Fresh citrus
- Type: Lotion
Jasmine Hyman is the Assistant Beauty Editor at Cosmopolitan, where she writes about the latest beauty trends and must-have products. Her most prized beauty possessions are a meticulous skincare routine and salon blowouts. You’ll also likely find her in bed reading a good book or endlessly scrolling TikTok (spoiler: it’s usually the latter) while listening to Harry Styles’ entire discography on repeat. Follow her on Insta to be inundated with pictures of her meals.
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