Why: "Because it is a clear liquid, I thought [it] would be perfect for summer — no more white marks on my clothes!" says one reader. "Wrong. It's a clear liquid when it goes on, but when it dries there's still a bit of white to it." Another reader adds, "It just feels oddly wet … and there is a bit of a smell to it."
Why: One reader laments that using this deodorant is "almost worse than not using deodorant at all." Another reviewer says, "I find myself reapplying four times a day and I've never had to reapply deodorant before."
Why: "The price made me swoon, [but this product] cost me quite a bit more embarrassment than I had planned on," says one reader. "Everything you hate in a deodorant is in this one: It leaves white stains on clothes, clumps and feels like glue underneath your arms." Reviewers say this product "does not glide on smoothly" and they feel like they are "trying to rub a candle or a dry bar of soap" on their underarms.
Why: One reader says, "If this was my only option for an antiperspirant, I'd rather stay indoors." Another reader agrees, saying this "doesn't help prevent perspiration at all," and the powder scent of this product is "way too intense."
Why it's great: While readers aren't necessarily fans of the $19 price tag, they are in love with this deodorant's ability to keep underarms dry and fresh. "It smells pleasant and feels light, but not overpoweringly so," says one user. "Plus, it's long-lasting and doesn't irritate sensitive skin."
We've all been there: You're giving a presentation or you're on a first date and instead of focusing on the moment, all you can think is, "Do I have sweat stains? Am I getting white stuff on my dress? Is my dry cleaner going to think I'm stalking him?" In order to find the best deodorant, you've got to go through a lot of bad ones. Luckily, TotalBeauty.com readers aren't shy about sharing what deodorants and antiperspirants work — and which ones are a (floral-scented) hot mess.
If you're looking for a long-lasting, sweat-preventing, fresh-smelling deodorant, then have no fear. Here are the 11 best deodorants — and the ones you should avoid — on the market according to our readers.
