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Deodorant

Does your natural deodorant actually work?

Yes! Our natural deodorant was made with the following three ingredients to prevent odor, absorb sweat, and balance your skin's microbiome:. Glycolipids: It has a bioactive and cleansing effect on the skin, reducing inflammation and ensuring barrier

How do I dispose of the Deodorant tube when I'm done?

The paper tube is both home and industrially compostable. While paper is a carbon-based material, and an integral part of a composting set up, ink saturation can have a small effect on the quality of your compost. Read more here. The paper tube is al

How do I use and store my Deodorant?

Slowly push a small amount of product up in the tube (don't push up too much product!). If it's difficult to push up, use another tool or product for some additional strength. Apply a thin layer to underarms (2-3 strokes). Reapply as needed. Do not u

How long does the Deodorant last?

Our deodorant is 2.5oz and was designed to last you around 2-3 months, on average.

Is your Deodorant safe for sensitive skin?

We use baking soda to help absorb moisture and neutralize odor-causing bacteria, which doesn't work for some people with sensitive skin. We recommend trying our deodorant out on a small patch of skin to see if you have any irritation before applying

Is your Deodorant safe to use on kids or teens?

We do have a gentle, fragrance-free option that may be suitable for your child, but if they have really sensitive skin, we recommend doing a patch test on their skin prior to use. Please note that our deodorant is not an antiperspirant, and will not

Is your Deodorant vegan & cruelty-free?

Yes, our Deodorant is a 100% vegan formula. We do not test any of our products on animals.

I’ve been using an antiperspirant. Is there an adjustment period to an aluminum-free, zero waste Deodorant?

While everyone is different, some people may experience a “detox” phase when transitioning to natural deodorant. Since antiperspirants contain ingredients that block sweat glands, it may take time (2-4 weeks) for your body to adjust to a different, t

The Deodorant is difficult to push out of the tube. Help!

Due to the naturally derived formula and paper tube packaging, there’s a possibility that the product might stick to the tube and be difficult to push up (most likely in warmer months). Cup the sides of the stick in your hands for 20-30 seconds to wa

What are the ingredients in your Deodorant?

Unscented Ingredients:. Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride*, Tapioca Starch, Helianthus Annuus (Sunflower) Seed Oil, Euphorbia Cerifera (Candelilla) Wax, Sodium Bicarbonate, Butyrospermum Parkii (Shea) Butter*, Aspergillus Ferment, Saccharomyces Ferment, T

What is the packaging of your Deodorant?

We chose 100% natural paperboard tubes for our Deodorant. The inks used on the tubes are a water-based. The tube can be recycled and composted (at home or industrially). We chose paper tubes for our deodorant (to any 'refill' alternative) because it'

What is the texture of the Deodorant?

Our deodorant is oil and wax-based so it is a solid balm at room temperature. A little goes a long way, and we recommend letting the deodorant warm up against your body temperature to help the deodorant apply more smoothly, or apply after getting out

Where is your Deodorant made?

Our Deodorant is made in the USA. Our high-quality ingredients are sourced worldwide.

Will the Deodorant help with sweating?

Our product is a deodorant, not an antiperspirant. Deodorants help reduce odor by managing any odor-causing bacteria on your underarms. Antiperspirants clog your sweat glands to prevent sweat and wetness. Because our product does not contain aluminum

Will this Deodorant stain my clothes?

This deodorant applies clear to your underarms and has a matte consistency, so it should not leave immediate stains. Stains on clothes could be caused by multiple things: yellow-ish stains can be due to antiperspirant use, other stains can be due to