8 best natural deodorants, tried and tested by 200 people

Score: 89/100

If natural isn’t enough for you, this deodorant is 90% organic too. It’s another roll-on, made with antibacterial aloe vera to soothe sensitive skin and prebiotics to encourage healthy bacterial growth. Our panel unanimously agreed it was fast-drying, non-sticky and fresh-feeling to use, noting that it didn’t stain or discolour their clothing.

It felt natural on the skin, with all-day effects, but one tester said it struggled to fight odour and some disliked its chamomile and sandalwood scent. Nearly everybody agreed that it was well packaged for portability and storage.

Score: 86/100

If your skin is extra sensitive, this gentle roll-on is worth a try. Formulated with organic aloe vera, sunflower oil, vitamin E and Icelandic moss, it claims to be delicate yet effective. Our testers found it to be exactly that, enjoying how evenly it went on, although they weren't keen on its wet consistency, which took longer than average to dry.

It wasn’t at all sticky or greasy, didn’t leave any white marks and testers liked its subtle citrus scent. Its efficacy earned mixed reviews, however, with just over half the panel reporting that it protected against odour and three quarters saying it kept their armpits sweat-free. On the plus side, it’s reasonably priced for a natural deodorant.

Score: 84/100

This balm style deodorant claims it can be used anywhere on the body, wherever you feel you need protection, including the feet and chest, as well as the underarms. The packaging is like an old-fashioned toothpaste tube and is best used with the metal key-like gadget provided, which helps dispense the product. Simply squeeze and roll the key to get a pea-sized amount.

With a fresh eucalyptus and minty aroma, this was the panel’s favourite scent on test, helping to keep odour away longer than ordinary deodorant. Testers found it absorbed quickly and said it worked well. But some noted that the tube was difficult to dispense from, especially when it was colder, as the product could come out too thickly.

Score: 83/100

There’s no denying that this deodorant is another expensive pick at just shy of £20. If you’ve got the cash to look past that, though, it’s a sensitive skin-friendly spray packed with odour-neutralising essential oils including lavender, rosemary and tea tree. Our testers gave an instant thumbs up to the compact bottle, though they found the spray a little stiff to use.

The formula dried quickly once applied, leaving no greasiness, stickiness or white marks. It masked odour effectively, with most of the panel agreeing there was no need to top up during the day. It fared well at tackling sweat, too, leaving nearly three quarters of testers feeling fresher. Their only other niggle was the scent, which some weren't keen on.

Score: 82/100

Known for products that reliably keep you dry, Mitchum has moved over into the natural deodorant sphere, while still living up to its reputation for providing great protection.

Testers loved how this one didn't leave any marks on clothes, and that it dried quickly. It worked effectively – even during exercise, testers found themselves free from unwanted odours – and had a pleasant texture. The panel also said it kept them feeling fresh all day and night and was a "delight to use".

Score: 75/100

Our testers all agreed that this roll-on was a breeze to apply, albeit wetter than most, meaning it took a while to dry. They loved its convenient neat packaging, but some found the fruity scent of orange and pomegranate essential oils too overpowering.

Most of the panel said they felt fresher after using it, but a couple of testers reported some residual stickiness. It garnered mixed reviews for its performance, but a slim majority said it helped mask odour and keep them dry all day. Pop it into your bag in case you need a top-up.