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A different way to go au natural.

For when you want to beat the heat (optimistic in England, we know) and feel super fresh without resorting to harmful chemicals and synthetics, you need to get your hands on a natural deodorant.

'Natural deodorants are beneficial for a number of reasons, with the main draw being that they are free from aluminium salts. Aluminium is absorbed into the bloodstream and has been linked with severe health problems,' explains Claire Vero, Founder of Aurelia Skincare. ' There are many different types of customers who are looking for a natural deodorant; those who have suffered with breast-related illnesses and been advised by doctors to avoid aluminium, those who have developed allergies to aluminium (resulting in dryness, flakiness and itching), women who are pregnant and want to switch to a more natural routine and those who are already incorporating natural products into their skincare, make-up and body care routines,' Vero continues.

Whether it's Aesop's spa-scented roll-on, or Neal's Yard's genius lavender-infused spray, there's a texture, smell and format to suit everyone's natural needs.

How we test In the ELLE Beauty Lab, we asked 196 testers to try a range of natural deodorants and report back on how effective they were. Over a period of two weeks, they assessed each one on its ease of use, design and ability to neutralise odours and combat sweat.

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Just like we detox our skin with a weekly face mask, we need to do the same for our underarms. This uses AHAs - which you’ll probably find in a number of exfoliating skincare products too - to clear pores of any product build-up.

The rollerball design made it a breeze to glide across armpits and it immediately got to work at masking odours, leaving our testers with fresh, dry underarms throughout the day.

Key specifications Size: 50ml Format: Roll-on Fragrance-free: Yes Vegan: Yes Cruelty-free: Yes

This sage and mint-scented roll-on worked wonders on our testers, who said it kept them protected throughout the day without needing to apply an emergency top-up. The herbal scent might not be to everyone’s taste, but our panel did love the instant cooling and hydrating effect it had on skin.

Key specifications Size: 50ml Format: Roll-on Fragrance-free: No Vegan: Yes Cruelty-free: Yes

We’ll admit, the freshness that comes with a spray deodorant is undeniable, and you don’t have to give that up if you want to go down the au naturel route.

This one is pricey for a deo but our panel found it dried super quickly and didn’t leave behind any greasiness or stickiness, or stain white T-shirts. It stood up against sweat too, with no one finding they needed to reapply during the day.

Key specifications Size: 50ml Format: Spray Fragrance-free: No Vegan: Yes Cruelty-free: Yes

Switching to a natural alternative usually means you end up paying twice the price, but not with this little roll-on. It’s formulated with soothing aloe vera and vitamin E, which our testers found was on the wetter side to apply, but it wasn’t greasy or sticky once dried. Three-quarters of our panel reported sweat-free armpits and loved that it didn’t leave any stains behind on clothing.

Key specifications Size: 50ml Format: Roll-on Fragrance-free: Yes Vegan: Yes Cruelty-free: Yes

If you’re running late, the last thing you need is to have to wait on your deodorant to dry before you can even get dressed, which is where this one comes in.

Our panel found it was quick to dry, and left armpits with some added freshness. It also provided all-day protection. But the best bit? It’s designed to promote healthy bacterial growth, too.

Key specifications Size: 75ml Format: Roll-on Fragrance-free: Yes Vegan: Yes Cruelty-free: Yes

The compact packaging of this little deo made it a winner in our testers’ books. They said it took a while to dry, but once it did, it left a sweet orange and pomegranate scent behind.

Two-thirds of our panel also said it made them feel fresher after use, with most finding it successfully masked odours.

Key specifications Size: 50ml Format: Roll-on Fragrance-free: No Vegan: Yes Cruelty-free: Yes

Join the eco-friendly movement with this natural deodorant bar. It doesn’t contain any plastic packaging, and our testers said it left them with softer armpits, which were kept dry from AM to PM.

Testers did find it a little scratchy at times to apply, and there was some crumbling involved, but overall, it dried fast and didn’t stain white clothes.

Key specifications Size: 90G Format: Solid bar Fragrance-free: No Vegan: Yes Cruelty-free: Yes

Aussie brand MooGoo have launched their best-selling deodorant in some delicious new scents here in the UK, including this delightfully fresh coconut cream version.

MooGoo is 100% aluminium free, does not include overpowering essential oils, irritants, parabens or phenoxyethanol and is naturally preserved with Hops Extract.

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An incredible all-natural, refillable, plastic free cream deodorant which has just landed, SANS- is both the answer to pleasing recyclable packaging and to natural deodourant that doesn't take an eternity to dry or leave marks. Plus, it's refillable and you can choose the colour of your long-life cannister, as well as the scent of the product.

Formulated with herbal extracts to fight bacteria, this 100% natural deodorant will have you smelling fresh as a rose, quite literally. Simply spritz and go.

The original natural hygiene brand, Jason knows a thing or two when it comes to au natural deodorant. Formulated with organic aloe vera gel, corn starch, vitamin E and lavender oil, this paraben-free deodorant stick will keep you fresh all day long.

You don't have to go niche to get your hands on a decent natural deodorant. Earth-friendly brand Origins has entered the game with its refreshing orange, blackcurrant and jasmine scented roll-on that's aluminium and alcohol-free.

Formulated with arrowroot and kaolin clay, this seriously chic cream-to-powder deodorant absorbs excess sweat whilst shea butter gently moisturises. Consider this a treat for your underarms.

If cream formulas aren't your bag, this scandi roll-on is for you. Suitable for even the most sensitive of armpits, this eucalyptus-infused natural deodorant neutralises and reduces bacteria for odour-free under arms.

This creamy balm melts into your skin giving your skin a good hit of nourishment whilst deodorising. A snazzy combo of antibacterial magnesium and sodium bicarbonate with coconut oil and shea butter mean it not only smells amazing, but it's kind to your armpits as well.

Just a few spritzes of this lavender and aloe vera infused spray will have you feeling fresh AF. Using extracts of alpine moss and tea tree to soothe skin and fight odour, this natural deodorant is free from pore-blocking aluminium salts and preservatives. Huzzah!

The original and the best, Aesop's botanical deodorant is the ultimate natural alternative. Enriched with vetiver root, zinc ricinoleate, wasabi extract and essential oils, not to mention being vegan and cruelty free, this is the ultimate crowd (and armpit) pleaser.

Winning the award for the most pleasing packaging of any natural deodorant, Evolve's organic formula uses shea butter and coconut oil to give your armpits a nourishing hug. A dose of anti-inflammatory sage oil and kaolin ensure odour stays away all day.

If aluminium-free deodorants are on your wishlist, then Sukin's natural spray is the one for you. Formulated with aloe vera, burdock and nettle extracts to help cool and soothe skin after shaving, this lightweight spray uses zinc to prevent bacteria growth and keeping you smelling fresh.