6 of the Best Natural Deodorants from Sustainable Brands

Deodorant bottles are hard to recycle because of how they are built. Because the typical twist container is made of many pieces and different types of plastic, you practically have to rip the bottle apart to recycle it. Now, of course, that’s not realistic, and as a result, most of these bottles end up in landfills and waterways.

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Most deodorants also contain petrochemical-derived ingredients like parabens, which not only release carbon during production but also contaminate our waterways.

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These ingredients pose serious health risks, including disruption of endocrine function, fertility issues, and potential psychological effects.

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While the definition of "natural" products can be subjective, we use it here to describe products made from bio-based ingredients. Several sustainable brands make deodorants using biodegradable, bio-based ingredients from renewable sources, helping to keep us and our planet safe.

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Here are 6 of the best non-toxic and natural deodorants from sustainable brands:

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Bite

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BCorp-certified Bite offers a natural deodorant solution that’s good for you and the planet. It comes in an infinitely refillable metal case that's both sleek and portable. So instead of ordering a new deodorant every time, you just need to order a refill, and you can continue using the same metal case. The deodorant is safe for sensitive skin and neutralizes odor by trapping and absorbing sweat molecules. Bite is completely transparent about its ingredients and avoids harmful additives like artificial fragrances, phthalates, and parabens.

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Wild

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Similar to Bite, Wild also offers a refillable deodorant option with its sleek aluminum cases and mix-and-match refill system. You'll love how simple it is — just pick your case, choose from a range of vegan refills, and swipe a couple of times after your shower. The refills are made from bamboo pulp, making them 100% plastic-free and compostable. They're also free from harmful ingredients like aluminum and parabens. Once you're done with your refill, you can even use it to grow seeds instead of throwing it away.

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HiBAR

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HiBAR offers plastic-free and non-toxic deodorant bars that provide effective protection while being gentle on your skin and the planet. The brand keeps things clean and simple — no aluminum, sulfates, phthalates, parabens, or animal testing. These deodorants come in sleek cardboard tubes that you can simply toss in your recycling bin when finished. The brand offers five fresh fragrances, plus a sensitive formula that's both fragrance-free and baking soda-free.

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Ethique

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Ethique's solid deodorant bars use a smart blend of bamboo powder, zinc oxide, and magnesium hydroxide to keep you fresh and dry throughout the day. They're completely plastic-free and aluminum-free, saving two plastic roll-on bottles from landfills with each bar. Ethique backs its deodorant bars with a 6-month, no-questions-asked money-back guarantee, making it easy to confidently switch to a non-toxic deodorant.

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Weleda

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Weleda's deodorants come in recyclable glass bottles in citrus, wild rose and sage variants. The brand uses a natural, non-toxic formula — you won't find any aluminum salts, synthetic preservatives, artificial fragrances, or mineral oil derivatives here. The brand is BCorp-certified and is committed to regenerative business practices.

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Meow Meow Tweet

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Meow Meow Tweet’s deodorant comes in a biodegradable paper tube that breaks down within 12 months in a compost bin. Apart from being a deodorant for your underarms, it works great for your neck, chest, and feet too. The brand hand-fills each tube, which adds to production costs but ensures quality and minimizes waste. Once you're done, you can even repurpose the tube as a seedling starter before composting it. It also offers a deodorant cream in a metal tin box that you can refill, repurpose, or recycle.

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