One way some people stop this process is through antiperspirants: An antiperspirant is a product that limits sweating and, therefore, the smell that comes with it. This happens through the use of aluminum, which plugs your sweat gland for about 12 to 24 hours before they naturally come out of your pores and the product needs to be reapplied. The other way people deal with B.O. is through deodorants, which by definition are aluminum-free (hence the oxymoron intro).Deodorants use other measures to decrease or mask the odor but don’t stop perspiration. These products come in many variations and means of operation: Some use new, high-tech actives to limit odor—some rely on classic ingredients, like baking soda, to help. And you may not know what’s going to work for you until you try. But to get you off to a head start, here are some of our favorites. This delightful gel-to-powder texture is a breeze to apply and won’t transfer. It goes on smoothly but then dries down almost instantly, so you’re not stuck waiting to toss on a T-shirt. It also helps absorb excess moisture with its blend of organic tapioca, non-GMO cornstarch, and natural baking soda. Our high standards also come from testing products—many, many products. Our editors and writers rigorously test and research the products featured in our roundups to offer you the best, most informed recommendations. When we write reviews, you can trust we spend quality time with the formulas: We don’t simply rave about products we’ve slathered on the back of our hands. We endorse products we’ve tried and loved. Learn more about our testing process and clean beauty standards here.
