Natural Deodorant: I'm a Convert & Not Even Sure Why (Here Are My Favorites!) by Belinda Lichty Clarke

There's a lot to be said for "going natural" with your skin-care products. I mean, what's not to like? I switched from the drugstore deodorant I have been using for pretty much my whole life to a natural solution because it seems like a no-brainer. It wasn't because some article convinced me chemical deodorants were slowly killing me. I just ... switched. 

My biggest concern was that a natural deodorant wouldn't work to stifle the post-workout smell, which I never believed was that bad until my husband and sons told me otherwise. Thanks, guys. I experimented with several to compare scents and effectiveness, and here are the winners: 

• Rosy Pits by Megababe:  This product had an insane wait list, and for good reason. With coconut oil, green tea and vitamin E, its simple formulation works perfectly and smells lovely.

• Alaffia Coconut and Charcoal: This one also uses tropical coconut along with neem, odor-neutralizing charcoal, protective shea and reishi (mushroom). 

And here's a bonus product for you:

• Lavanila Healthy Underarm Detox Mask: Primes and detoxes your underarm for the switch to a natural deodorant. Clever and very refreshing!