The 6 best full body deodorants in 2024 tested for all your sweat
I’m a certified sweaty girl and I’m not afraid to admit it (in the interest of beauty journalism). A crowded room, the subway, my room when the air conditioning has been off for five minutes – all situations that trigger sweats within a matter of minutes. The worst part? It’s never really my armpits that I worry about. The real culprits are my upper lip, lower back, and under-boob area.
The solution to my all-over body sweat? A full-body deodorant. And no, you don’t have to contort your body to rub a stick on your back. Many of the best full-body deodorants come in the form of easy-to-spread sprays or lotions! Not to mention, all of our recommendations are aluminum-free.
Before us are the best full body deodorants for my sweaty fellow humans to keep you smelling fresh.
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best overall
Dove full body deodorant
A full body deodorant should prevent sweating while keeping you smelling good and fresh. I have been using this one from Dove since it was launched a few months ago and I can tell you, my life has changed for the better. It prevents my clothes from sweating on the hottest days, and it has a weak Coconut scent (which I love). It also comes in an unscented version if you prefer a fragrance-free version.
Since it comes in lotion form, you simply rub it on your body in sweat-prone areas and let it absorb for an odor-free day. I used to be the person with visible sweat under my chest and back, and this lotion has made my walks, commutes, and everyday activities much more bearable.
Fragrance: Coconut and vanilla
Type: lotion
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best spray
Native full body deodorant spray
Sometimes we sweat in hard to reach places, no shame! A spray-on deodorant is ideal for your back, feet, and any other place that smells a little bad. Luckily, Natives Whole Body Deodorant Spray offers up to 72 hours odor protection And dries super quickly. Plus, it comes in a variety of fresh scents and can even be used as a body spray to make you feel and smell amazing.
Fragrance: Cucumber and mint, coconut and vanilla, lilac and white tea
Type: spray
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best fragrance
The Honey Pot Company Deodorant Spray
Okay, I first discovered Honey Pot for their moisturising and pH balancing body washes. They are great for a nourishing and gentle cleanse – so when I found out they made a body deodorant, I knew it would keep my sweat in check while keeping my skin at an ideal pH level for protection. This formula, with sea kelp and aloe, will simultaneously Minimize sweat while soothing skin. It is even Gyno-testedSo you can spray it on your underwear or on the skin of your vagina to deodorize if you want.
And the best part? It comes in six different variants, including sandalwood, lavender, and even a sensitive, fragrance-free version. Instead of smelling like sweat, you can protect yourself from odors while adding pleasant floral notes. And it’s all suitable for sensitive skin!
Fragrance: Amber, sandalwood, lavender, cucumber and more
Type: spray
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best for underboob
Ban Underboob Sweat Protection Stay Dry Lotion
If you suffer from under-boob sweat (sound familiar), we would like to introduce you to this lotion that is specially formulated for all areas where skin folds. “The Ban Underboob Deodorant is great for my gym bag,” says beauty editor Beth Gillette. “The creamy consistency glides on (I just squeeze it out and then spread it on my skin with the applicator) and it makes me smell fresh.” No more sweating through bras or shirts, this with Aloe Vera Deodorant protects you and the girls.
Fragrance: Fragranceless
Type: lotion
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best long lasting
Secret full body deodorant cream
“I love the Secret Whole Body Deodorant Cream, literally, all over my body,” explains Gillette. “I especially use it on my feet before putting on ballet flats and on my inner thighs before a sweaty workout. It has a smooth, powdery finish on my skin, leaving it feeling dry (but not parched, you know), and I love that it comes in a fragrance-free version.”
Fragrance: Peach and vanilla
Type: cream
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best lightweight
First Aid Beauty Full Body Deodorant Cream
The formula of First Aid Beauty can be applied like a moisturizer and absorbs into the skin in seconds for instant sweat resistance. It is a light consistency that you can use it anywhere – it doesn’t feel sticky or heavy on the skin. Plus, the citrus scent is all natural, so if you’re sensitive to fragrances, this formula is perfect for your skin.
Fragrance: Fresh citrus fruits
Type: lotion
Jasmine Hyman is deputy buying editor at Cosmopolitan where she posts about the best things to put in your shopping cart. She loves to write about everything from fashion to politics, and you can definitely find her listening to Harry Styles’ entire discography on repeat. She’s also probably lying in bed reading or endlessly scrolling through TikTok (most likely the latter). Feel free to follow her on Insta to be inundated with pictures of her meals.