SALT & STONE Aluminum Free Deodorant | Extra Strength 48 Hour Protection for Women & Men | Made with Seaweed Extracts, Shea Butter & Prebiotics (Bergamot & Hinoki)

From the moment I twisted up the sleek charcoal‑gray tube, this aluminum‑free stick felt more like a niche fragrance than a basic toiletry. The Santal & Vetiver blend opens with a soft wood‑smoke note that mellows into something cozy and skin‑like—noticeable without shouting. The texture starts a touch firm but warms quickly, leaving a clear layer that feels more like a lightweight balm than wax. At 2.6 ounces the tube is larger than many natural alternatives, which helps soften the sticker shock of the $20 price tag.Performance has been better than I expected for a botanical formula. On regular workdays it keeps odor at bay well past bedtime, and I haven’t seen any of the chalky build‑up that plagues baking‑soda sticks. Weekend hikes during Florida humidity did call for a midday swipe, but the reapplication went on just as clean. Friends who’ve tried other scents in the line—Black Rose & Oud seems to be the cult favorite—report similar longevity, so it isn’t just this fragrance pulling the weight. I also like knowing there’s seaweed extract, shea butter, and prebiotics in the mix, which might explain why my skin hasn’t protested the switch from drugstore antiperspirants.There are quirks, though. If you press too hard, the creamy base can smudge onto collars and certain synthetic fabrics, leaving faint darker marks that need a stain stick. The first few uses can feel a little scratchy until the top layer smooths out, and the packaging—as luxe as it looks—heads straight to the trash once empty. A refill option or recyclable insert would go a long way toward justifying the premium feel. Still, if you’re hunting for a natural deodorant that actually performs and smells sophisticated enough to double as a subtle personal scent, this one earns a spot on the bathroom shelf.

This is THE natural deodorant!! I have tried SO many other kinds and absolutely none of them kept me from smelling if I sweat even a small amount. This deodorant truly does its job and will last me 2 days sometimes, smells great, and actually works!!! Finally!! Get it!! I don’t know what the other scents smell like (weird names that do not describe them at all) but the Black Rose scent is like a musky scent with a hint of sweetness? It’s not too intense, but leaves you smelling good. I love this deodorant, I’ll never go back. My husband is thrilled as well lol The product itself is wonderful, can’t wait to try the other scents. 10/10PS I have extremely sensitive skin and will normally break out from everything, this doesn’t give me any reactions so if you’re like me it’s definitely worth trying. Everyone’s body is different though!

Smells amazing! I bought Santal and vertiver. Purchased March 8th ‘25 and it’s June 11th, it won’t roll up anymore meaning I’m almost out of product so I’d estimate this container will last 3.5 months for me. I apply 1-2x per day depending on my workout/shower schedule. That is pretty expensive for deodorant, however it is effective. We’ve had some hot days and I have to wear a uniform at work and so far, I always smell great! Also underarms feel great, goes on smooth, no irritation. Even directly after shaving:I am only marking off one star because when it warmed up (our house is warmer in summer) the product seems to separate a bit and the outside of the container has gotten a bit greasy. This has not affected the effectiveness of the product and I will purchase again.

I really like this deodorant. I love the scents, they are strong, but light, and very gender neutral. It is not sticky, nor does it leave a white residue. I have stage four breast cancer, which has been in my lymph nodes and throughout my body, and my oncologist recommended that I try to stay away from deodorant with chemicals in them (putting it directly on my lymph nodes) and look for more natural ones. That is the only reason that I will pay $20 for this stupid deodorant! but if you think about it, for years we are putting chemicals right on our lymph nodes and that cannot be a good thing. So I tell myself it’s worth it to pay some extra money to get a deodorant that has a fragrance that I love and hopefully is more helpful to my body. I will also add that they don’t work quite as well as the chemical laden deodorants, unfortunately. When I very first started wearing them last summer, I noticed that I would often have BO halfway through the day. Not bad, but surprising because normally it’s not a problem for me, especially with deodorant. We were in a terrible heat spell, so I reverted to my old deodorant for awhile. When it cooled off, I resumed my healthier deodorant, and I think it just took a bit for my body to adjust to it. After that, it was a very, very rare day that I experienced BO through the deodorant. Here I am in my second summer, and I haven’t had any BO yet, however, on the extremely hot days, I can really smell the fragrance from my deodorant. I don’t think that’s a bad thing. 🙂

I’ve tried more “clean” deodorants than I care to admit—some left me feeling… earthy (in a bad way), others just didn’t last past lunchtime. But Salt & Stone’s Santal scent? Game changer.First, the scent: it’s sophisticated, not overpowering—like walking through a fancy hotel lobby where everyone smells expensive. Woodsy, warm, and just the right amount of sultry. It’s gender-neutral but leans slightly masculine, in the best way.Performance-wise, this one holds up. I’ve worn it through hot days, long walks, stressful meetings—you name it—and still felt fresh. No sticky residue, no chalky streaks on dark clothing, and my skin has had zero irritation (which is rare for me with baking soda-free formulas).Is it more than a drugstore stick? Yes. Is it worth it? 100%. It’s one of the few natural deodorants that feels like a treat and works like a charm.