Earth Science: Natural Deodorant Mint Rosemary, 2.5 oz

My fav deodorant for over a decade. Thanks for selling!

To preface, I have EXTREMELY sensitive skin. Most deodorants, even natural, hypo-allergenic or sensitive skin ones, cause my skin to crack or develop terrible eczema. Therefore, when I say that this is one of only two deodorants that works on my sensitive skin, that's pretty significant. (The other, by the way, is the unscented version of the same deodorant). Obviously, if you have a sensitivity to rosemary, mint, or lichen, this might give you problems, but I've gotten several of my friends with equally-sensitive skin to try it out, and none of them have had issues so far.The smell and feel of the deodorant is very pleasant. It's a typical white stick-type deodorant, but it feels more like a light paste than a solid when applied. It does not feel greasy or heavy. The scent is simply that of rosemary and mint oils. In terms of effectiveness, I've worn it for all day dance competitions, and while it does NOT prevent perspiration, it kept me smelling fresh.If you buy the four pack, though, do be careful not to leave it in a hot car. As I discovered, the rosemary and mint oils will partially separate from the solid if you do. The deodorant will still work this way, but it won't stay on as long.

I've never really thought to review a deodorant. I guess that really doesn't make much sense, but I haven't thought about the topic long enough to make sense of it.I've been using some kind of hippy nonsense deodorant for about 20 years so far. And, during that time, I've found that I've had to switch products after a year or two due to the diminishing returns that seemed best explained by some sort of habituation model. Either way, I expected to have the same success—and limited lifespan—with this product when I began using it many years ago. (I'm afraid of overestimating, but it seems to lie in the decade+ realm.) And, it has rarely let me down.I'm sure traditional AP products will outperform this one. Keep in mind that I don't claim to have any insight on its antiperspirant properties, since that seems a bit unnecessary to me, though I probably sweat less than I used to as an addled teen/young adult. But, if you feel you've become immune to your natural alternative as I had repeatedly mine, you might find some assurance here.

Product image shows the ingredients on the label. However, the label on the deodorant I received lists different ingredients and contain an item "Fragrance" I am allergic. The product cannot be returned but I was able to get a refund.

Been the same product for years and it's just the perfect scent and easy on the skin. Love it.

Great natural clean scent

I got this because I've been a long-time user of Tom's apricot deodorant and wanted to try something different. I really don't care if it is "natural," I'm just looking for a plain deodorant that isn't an antiperspirant. Why? Not because I'm afraid of aluminum, or caramel coloring, for that matter.It is because the aluminum salts used in antiperspirants do two things. One, they don't work very well. The idea is that they plug up your sweat glands, but they aren't very effective at that. Probably a good thing, because if they did it too well, you would have to visit your doctor to help get them unclogged. Secondly, and this is the real reason to avoid them, they cause indelible yellow stains on clothing after the residue on your shirts goes through the dryer. Yes, they ruin your clothes!I tried this one. The scent reminded me of something immediately. Scent is the biggest trigger for memory, so I paid attention to this. I couldn't quite place it, but I knew I didn't like it. I waited a while, then smelled it again. Diapers! Okay, not used diapers. That would be really bad. But new ones. At least whatever brand I used when my daughter was a lot younger (she's eleven now).Great. Now my underarms smell like diapers. Not exactly the image I'm trying to provoke, should I ever be lucky enough to have someone get close enough to identify it.Plus, associations aside, it really isn't a very pleasant smell. I guess I'll go back to my Tom's apricot. I never had a problem with that, I was just hoping to mix things up a little.Oh, well!Not especially recommended, but perhaps better than nothing.Sean P. Logue, 2015

I have used this deodorant for several years, and it's my favorite. It smells really good, and it lasts all day, even during summer. I also love that it does not have baking soda as that irritates my skin.