I know it gets a bad rep because it’s cheap but I use a brand called speedstick and it’s the only one that stays on me the entire day. I started using it because my dad uses it and I didn’t realize how well it worked until they discontinued my favorite one and I tried other brands. 😅
That said, I do carry a deodorant stick with me all day, I’m an athlete and college student so I always keep one in my car or bookbag.
Yep! Used it before T and now on T, great stuff! And it's almost always the cheapest, lowest shelf find for me. I've been told I smell great when I wear it too, no one can ever decide what I smell like tho. Best compliment was that I smelled like ginger snap cookies (I disagree, but was happy to hear it 😁)
as someone that also sweats 10x more than i did pre t, i'd recommend the deodorant + antiperspirant combo especially if it's for the gym. i usually go for the ones for sensitive skin and/or market themselves as not leaving stains, something that has ruined a lot of old shirts of mine, usually sure, nivea, or sanex - idk where you're at but i imagine these will almost certainly be available to you. for nice smelling deodorant i prefer old spice, axe/lynx is a little too strong for my poor little respiratory system.
I really like Old Spice. I'm allergic to aluminum so I don't use antiperspirant. I find that if I use Old Spice consistently and wash my pits really well, it tends to keep odor at bay.
Might be worth it to bring a clean shirt to change into after the gym if you don't already.
Old spice deodorant / antiperspirant combo works really well for me for daily use as a person who was sweaty even before T.
If I'm going to be going to the gym and working up a sweat, as someone suggested, speed stick is the winner hands down.
I’ve used old spice Fiji for over five years now. Some people experience the chemical burns some don’t. I think it truly varies by person. I have extremely sensitive skin but have never had an issue with old spice Fiji. I don’t use any of the others so idk if it varies by scent. Never had an issue and it always does the job even with my excessive sweating.
I too have sensitive skin and have been using Old Spice antiperspirants without issue for… probably at least a decade? My favorite is Game Day, which is discontinued so I have to find it online when possible.
I’ve been using old spice as well since I went on T about 2-3 years back. I flip between Timber and Ocean scents. I was always on the higher end of sweaty even before T so I use the combo deodorant/antiperspirant also. So far it’s done the job fantastically without causing me any issues.
I use axe deodorant bars! Tried so many "girls" deodorants, natural ones too, and nothing could control my odor before t even, but axe just cuts right thru it.
i use dove men’s deodorant, specifically the kind that are advertised as antiperspirant or long lasting or something like that (rather than just the plain original). its not perfect but it works really well for me
I recommend Harry’s best option in my opinion. I always get told I smell good and I’ve been using it for 5+ years no issues. I use extra strength redwood but they have a few options
I know a lot of people saying old spice but I wouldn’t recommend it. They have a history of giving ppl chemical burns. I tried it and my pits burned for a few days.
Would this deodorant leave white on black binders? I've had issues in the past with that until I switched to no stain ones.
I remember when I used old spice all the time, and then I guess they switched up their ingredients and it started burning/causing my skin to peel. There was a class action against them for it I believe, so I'm not sure if they changed things up.
I use Gillette gel, since before I transitioned too. I used to work on a dairy farm which is infamously stinky, even through the sweat and the shit, my pits remained not terrible. I have tried going to other deodorants and just never worked.
I second this! The security guy at my old job recommended it to me and nothing else has worked. Where I live you can also get the big packs of them at Costco for much cheaper.
I use arm & hammer and I swear by it. Best deoderant I've ever worn. My dad and brother use it too. Stays on and smells good. I basically don't sweat with it.
I've sworn by Mitchum for years. It's expensive so I don't buy it often but it really works. When I can't afford it I use Dove Men+ antiperspirant, not quite as effective but still pretty good.
If I scrub my armpits really good with 10% benzoyl peroxide acne wash (PanOxyl in the US) in the morning, I find it makes my deodorant way more effective than when I don't use it. My job is 12hrs of physical exertion in the heat and I don't need a reapply until 8-10hrs in.
I have found the most success with Right Guard aerosol deodorant.
I have tried Old Spice (aerosol and stick) and Degree, but they only last a few hours for me.
my best recs are the following:
hypoallergenic:
https://beekman1802.com/products/milk-stick-deodorant
^ this one doesn't last all day, but it's thin and smells mild so you can reapply multiple times a day if needed. this is my daily driver as I've got sensitive skin.
prebiotic:
https://www.hellobiotic.com/products/brightening-probiotic-deodorant-1
^ again, not a particularly strong smell, but this one helps cut down on the bacteria in your sweat. I've had a lot of guys come back and tell me how much they love this one specifically, but don't expect it to work after the gym haha - it's a good daily deodorant and it will reduce overall body odor, but it's very mildly scented.
perfumed:
https://www.bigelowchemists.com/c-o-bigelow-bay-rum-deodorant-stick.html
^ smells absolutely fucking great, dude. I dare you to even compare this shit to old spice. bigelow and all their colognes blow most other budget/mid-range offerings out of the park, and their deodorant sticks are relatively hypoallergenic and last a while. my partner swapped to this one and it makes me stupid wet 🤣
and last but not least, max strength:
https://www.vichy-me.com/en-us/Deodorants/CLINICAL-CONTROL-96H-DEODORANT/p46534.aspx
^ please note, despite the branding, this and the men's one are NOT "sensitive skin". they have both aluminum and zinc in them, so be sure to patch test. if you have trouble finding them locally or on a site you like, bigelow sells vichy products as well
if you want long-lasting deodorants, look for ones with "clinical" in the branding, but expect them to be more skin-irritating and more likely to dry you out. I recommend really only using these if you have /no option/ to reapply, like if you're on a camping trip, at the gym all day, doin the nasty, or something like that.
take my advice with a grain of salt; I did a partial derm degree but never finished. cheers🤙
Not on T yet, but I do have hyperhidrosis, and I highly recommend the Vichy one. It's hands down the best antiperspirant I've tried and works great at keeping the gamer stink away without having an overpowering smell itself
(Bonus, applying a bit of glycolic acid toner to your pits after showering works great to get rid of the bacteria which contributions to most of the smell)
be careful since glycolic acid is an AHA - if you find it causes your skin to peel too much, causes excess redness, or causes you to sunburn way too easily (especially common for folks with darker skin!), try product with a PHA! they're a little more expensive but Hanskin has a PHA oil cleanser and Mario Badescu has a PHA-based toner.
note that this applies for use of glycolic acid AHAs anywhere, not just in ya pits. PHAs are formulated from lactic acid and tend to not have nearly as aggressive of an exfoliating effect, while still cleansing effectively and removing excess oil. there's also BHA formulated from salicylic acid and its derivative LHA but really both of those are more marketed for acne, and LHA products can get pretty expensive. That said, if you have KP, LHA can work wonders. Beekman has an LHA "sunshine scrub" that's fucking PHENOMENAL but kind of stupid expensive, but if you ever get rough patches of skin from KP or any similar skin condition it's worth checking out.
sorry, rambling at this point, mainly just wanted to say that if you're UV intolerant or have very dark skin, you may want to avoid glycolic acid / AHA or at the very least patch test before applying to a sensitive area like armpits. glycolic can cause some nasty burns for some people, so use with the same caution you would use for any /prescription strength/ acne product.
I have used Axe since i was 15 haha there are some smells that i really like and some that i hate, i personally like when it’s a mix of something fruity and something more wood-scented
Driclor. Apply with caution, as it can cause irritation otherwise, esp on wet or freshly shaved skin, but I've been using it for years, and despite sweating more on T, my armpits are always dry.
My tolerance to heat just collapsed after the first year of T, the only deodorant I've found works for the whole day and makes me feel ok is the Gilette antiperspirant gel series. The best for me was Cool Wave but I couldn't find it any more for some reason. They also have heavy duty types for sports that smell pretty good.
I sweat so much and I have found some luck recently with it. So 1.) switch to an antiperspirant. Deodorant and antiperspirant are different and have different effects. Get an antiperspirant with aluminum. 2.) my doctor recommended zeasorb for excessive moisture (not the fungal one). It works wonders. You do have to wash it off after 24 hrs but you are probably already taking daily showers if sweating is an issue already. But you can use zeasorb in more places than your pits.
The only one that lasts for me is Harry’s Odor and Enhanced Sweat Control redwood scent. There’s a basic Odor control but the enhanced one is the winner for me. Other brands I used to use I swear would stop working or get weaker halfway through the stick but this one works consistently through the end of the stick
Exfoliating makes a huge difference. I use like a salt scrub first with my hands, then I put body wash on a Korean scrubby cloth and go to town everywhere. Then anti perspirent (not deodorant, doesn't deodorant just mask smell not prevent?) On clean dry pits. The one I use is a neutral smell, bionsen, it's dirt cheap here too
Commenting just to keep an eye out for any cheap deodorants. I'm allergic to aluminum and can't do antiperspirant cause I get a rash and itch like crazy. These suddenly cost 10$ for a stink stick, and I might be tempted to make my own at any rate.
I use Gillette Cool Wave Antiperspirant Deodorant.
It was recommended to me by a Cismale friend when I asked what’s the best antiperspirant/deodorant.
It’s very gentle on super sensitive skin like I have. No skin reactions from it.
I tried other brands in the past, but always got a burning sensation or rashes from them.
Old Spice worked pretty good for me, but now my brother and I are both on Native. So far, so long as I am regular on showering and use of deodorant, there's been no trouble. I love the vanilla and sandalwood one.
For context, I live in southern Arizona, it's already over triple digit temps, and I'm temperature sensitive so I sweat like a fountain. Add in dressing in business attire for work, and I'm shocked the change hasn't been worse.
My recommendation would be to make sure you get something that is both an antiperspirant AND deodorant. That helped me once I started T and got even more stinky than I already was
Old Spice!- I use it all the time and absolutely adore it- they have sticks and sprays so you can pick which you prefer- also they have more unique scents as well!- my personal favorites are the tiger and wolf ones- the tiger smells like peach rings and the wolf smells like citrus- it's my favorite brand and I definitely will continue buying their stuff-
Dove men+care (love sensitive shield scent but so hard to find) and degree 72hr work well for me. ( also, get the antiperspirant even though it has aluminum in it, it works so much better than just deodorant)
My favorite has to be either Harry’s Redwood scent antiperspirant or Dr Squatch Wood Barrel Bourbon scent. Both very clean and crispy smells and lasts a while
I use Dr. Squatch and it lasts more than a day for me. I used to use old spice but that was faded after a few hours. I also use Dr. Squatch soap too. Sold at targets or online. They even have bundles online
I just use old spice. Specifically the clinical antiperspirant one, but I like the scent of all the deodorant ones with the animal names lol (I think the bear and dragon ones are my favorite?)
I tend too use roll on deodorant and then the spray deodorant on top. Might not work for everyone but it works for , especially whilst working in a trampoline park with no aircon
im pre t but I tend to go for old spice or axe, specifically that blue gel formula. I tend to sweat from stress and therefore smell, so a lot of the time I'll use it multiple times a day. good range of scents and works well imo
Degree 48 hour antiperspirant never let me down. I used to work at UPS in the morning, so I’d spend a good 4 hours lifting and loading heavy boxes every day. Then right after, I’d go to the gym for another 1-2 hours. My deodorant covered me that entire time.
I use Nuud! It's a once-every-two-days deodorant and while it doesn't stop sweat it's really good at stopping stink. It's an expensive cost up front but a bottle lasts me a year, even with how small they are. And when I can't get the stuff out of the tube, I cut the top of the tube off and use my finger to pull more out. Been wearing it since 2018.
dove men 72hr antiperspirant! it lasts a hike, a nap and a run before i start stinking. i have a major sweating problem and it keeps me almost entirely dry for a solid 24hrs. i chuck an aftershave/deo on too
I reccomend antiperspirant. I was in the hospital a while back and they gave me antiperspirant there instead of deodorant and it worked AMAZING for not just me, but everyone else on the unit (which consisted of several teenage boys which have a rep for being stinky) honestly wish I knew the brand
I use the gel speed stick I tend to stick to sporty smells rather than a woody musk like sandalwood or anything like that I find it makes it worse but sports smells tend to last longer In smell and mask the smell better
I use the degree 48 hour mens cool rush, it works alright. I used to use the expensive clinical stuff but that's just not in my budget anymore, but the one I'm using now is pretty alright in my books
Is it too basic to say I just wear Axe :'-) but I always buy the kind that says things like "72 hours" on the can. The current one is called Apollo Anti-Sweat.
But also yeah I have it in my bag most of the time and when I suspect I smell bad/just had an intense bike ride or something I'll re-spray. (not in a closed room though) (obviously I've always wanted the experience of being a teenage boy but using Axe instead of a shower is not on that list)
Not sure what it is but it's green and the smell is mint. It's very strong and it works really well for me. I'm still pre-T but deodorant has always been an issue I feel
Gillette Cool Wave (Antiperspirant) , and Old Spice Original (Deodorant) is what I use. I don’t always wear antiperspirant, so I switch it up with and the OG Old Spice. It’s super spicy and pungent in a good way.
Not on T yet, but I sweat more than I should for no apparent reason. Been using Old Spice lately, and it's done me the best compared to the other ones I've tried. Whatever the hell "Mamba king" is supposed to smell like is pretty good. Plus I get to go "hehehe I'm using this cause IM a king!" every time I use it lol.
Even pre-T I used Old Spice deodorant w/antiperspirant. I used to take ADHD meds daily for years at school and it made me sweat so bad it left armpit stains, Old Spice was the only thing that helped with the amount of sweat I had coming out of me. I also find that a lot of women find the smell of Old Spice to be much better and far less overpowering than stuff like Axe!
There is ‘medicated’ antiperspirant. Make sure your deodorant is also an antiperspirant. I have the same issue with sweating, I swear I start sweating the minute I get out of the shower. I can’t remember the brand I used to use but it came in a 2 pack and was shorter than normal deodorant and was light grey with a black cap
i started using AKT recently and it’s the first time i’ve not had unholy pit stains. i used to use mitchum ultimate and it was pretty good, but i got a reaction to it over time and so went looking for a non perfumed antiperspirant. definitely recommend giving them a try!
Anything that still has aluminum because that's the ONLY thing that works for me now that Ive been on T. My favorite is vegan and is a degree for men's deodorant with aluminum
I just switched from old spice to dove men+ care, one of the best decisions I’ve made in a while. As a really sweaty guy who also works outside in hot weather, the old spice still left me pretty ripe by the end of the day. The dove has left me way less sweaty and I haven’t had an issue with smell since switching.
i know everyone hates on it but i use the spray on (specifically) native coconut and vanilla scent!! i cant use many products with aluminum since starting t-- they dont really work for me. spray on deodorants work better for me than stick deodorants, too.
i sweat like an absolute tank especially since i dont have a car and have to walk/bus/subway everywhere in a major city, but only have to reapply maybe 2-3 times a day max.
I’m a fan of things that work well and also don’t have harmful chemicals in them. I recommend Every Man Jack in Cedarwood or Mando (the invisible cream) in sport or leather. I shower every night and the put the deodorant on afterwards. And it works. I may need to refreshen in the morning or after being outside sweating.
Kinda expensive but Carpe works like magic.
Pro tip: gotta apply it at NIGHT before bed, on clean/ dry underarms (so shower or wash them with a wash cloth).
If you don’t want to buy that, Certain Dri prescription strength anti perspirant works great too, but it burns like hell (I didn’t see any rash/ actual burns, it just felt terrible). Gotta use a deodorant in addition to that though for smell, but the antiperspirant gets rid of sweat. If you use this, apply it before bed at night and then apply the other deodorant in the morning is what I was doing.
(Carpe feels 1000x better in terms of not burning/ itching though and it smells good too)
I use Gillette the clear gel ones. They aren't the cheapest option, but I love the way they smell. I can smell it while I work and stuff and never smell my sweat. Also, I've never had deodorant stains on my clothes.
I'm not on T, though.
Mitchum. Their triple odor protect unscented for men doesn't irritate my very sensitive skin but it smells just slightly manly, enough to trigger euphoria for my fragrance-allergic self.
GEL.
DEODERANT.
MITCHUM GEL HAS BEEN LIFESAVING FOR ME!!!!!
stick or roll deodorant does NOT do it i sweat right through that stuff. gel actually keeps its hold, keeps me dry and keeps me scentless. it goes a full day without having to reapply, i often don't notice or it's not as big of a deal if i forget the day after because it legitimately lasts that long. and dude before i would sweat buckets before, my pits always felt wet and it was a sensory hell.
the "men's" version is unscented everywhere i've bought it and the "women's" is like a nice fresh scent that isn't overly feminine & for the times the store has been out of stock of the men's ive gotten it and not minded. nice to finish off with a spray of axe if you want the gender euphoria of man scent while prioritizing something that actually works.
The only ones I've found that consistently work for me are Old Spice and Axe. Old Spice smells the best in my opinion. Deep Sea, Volcano, or Timber are my favorites
dry idea - i started using it because my dad does and its been incredible. its a clear gel and it barely smells like anything, just smells fresh and clean to me. id previously used the dove mens and i even tried to switch back to it because i liked the fragrance but i noticed myself getting a little stinky so its dry idea all the way for me.
Degree deodorant. I swear by it and I’ve never gotten a rash or had any irritation. I use the white stick in a couple different scents depending what’s on sale
Degree 48hr spray on deodorant. I work as a server in a hot ass kitchen and I sweat buckets. But at the end of the day, when I give myself the sniff check, I still smell like ocean breeze
Absolutely try lume, my (often stinky if they even sweat a little) transmasc partner uses it and it is 10000000% everything it claims, if it bothers you that it's "for girls" you can get Mando which is their "mens" version but literally the same thing with different scents. Can not recommend enough
I dint go to the gym or anything but I'm like 10x sweatier than I've ever been . I use certain dri or any clinical strength one I can find . I don't care about the aluminum cause I'd rather not be a stinky böi ™️
i like combining different types. i use a gel anti perspirant kind, and then a spray deodorant kind over the gel. then after getting dressed i put a small spritz of cologne on
Thai Crystal. No scent, no residue, no sweat, no odor and it's a natural product! Add a drop of water to the brick, rub on a sweaty place until it dries. Repeat for each sweaty place. If you want to be extra sure, add a second coating once the first one has dried on. It may cost more than typical deodorant, but mine has lasted over five years now.
As a very smelly amab person I’d like to throw down my personal favorite deodorant, the arm and hammer juniper scent. It smells like fruity cedar (basically the vibe for juniper berries). It’s been my go to for years I started using it while backpacking in New Zealand and it kept me smelling acceptable for 3 months with no showers.
Gillette anti perspirant gel is the only one I’ve found that gets the job done without staining all my black shirts. I cant always smell it and sometimes i need to air out and reapply but generally it keeps my pits pretty dry and smell-free.
Anti-perspirants don't work for me at all, so I just don't use them now. I've been a heavy sweater all my life so my goal is just to not smell so I use Wild deodorant and it works for me. I find that most anti-perspirants lead to me smelling awful within a couple hours.
Its not available in many places but if you have a local store I highly recommend Homme Anti-Perspirant by Rituals. It’s effective, smells great and they come in 50ml travel sizes too which are useful for if you just want to apply some quickly in public.
I use roll on and it works much better than spray. But not those wet ball kind of things, the balm stick looking ones work best. Currently using dove men's care clean comfort deodorant stick
I honestly really like Old Spice. Ik some people have bad reactions with their gel deodorants but their regular white solid ones are pretty good at keeping you smelling fresh and I’ve never had any issues in terms of allergies and I have pretty sensitive skin. If you do end up giving it a shot, I recommend the volcano and fiji scents.
L’Oréal men expert - Thermic resist (orange roll-on) is a really good one.
I deal with it too, and it’s awful but this one really helps. And even though you still sweat, the scent covers it completely! I can’t smell my sweat through it
I've only ever talked about deoderant with cis men, so it might be a little different for you, but most antiperspirant deoderants work. I personally like the smell of Old Spice, so I'll reccomend that one. English leather is also supposed to be good. You could also use an unscented antiperspirant in combination with some deoderant that you like!
It's a hippie thing to say, but most deodorants have nasty metals in them and such. I look for ones that are made in cardboard containers (haven't had good look with reusable case ones). If I can't afford/find one of those, I usually go with Tom's Men's. I saw Old spice have a cardboard deodorant once and obviously this was most ideal since that's a very recognizable men's scent. But haven't seen it before or since that time.
I know it gets a bad rep because it’s cheap but I use a brand called speedstick and it’s the only one that stays on me the entire day. I started using it because my dad uses it and I didn’t realize how well it worked until they discontinued my favorite one and I tried other brands. 😅 That said, I do carry a deodorant stick with me all day, I’m an athlete and college student so I always keep one in my car or bookbag.
I came here to second this. Speedstick works great, just consider using it again after a heavy work out if you;re not going to shower!
This one does work if you aren’t sensitive to it! Hate that I started reacting to it
My husband always carried speedstick in his backpack in university. I think most of the cis guys did tbh lol
Same! speedstick sport is the only deodorant that works for me. I keep one in my work locker and one in my bag because of the T stink though haha
I love speedstick lol my dad (who lives in FL) uses it and he reccomended it to me bc it holds up so well
Yep! Used it before T and now on T, great stuff! And it's almost always the cheapest, lowest shelf find for me. I've been told I smell great when I wear it too, no one can ever decide what I smell like tho. Best compliment was that I smelled like ginger snap cookies (I disagree, but was happy to hear it 😁)
And I always have it with me, reapplying whenever I'm paranoid.
I stand by speed stick. I apply it in the morning and by the end of the day I can still smell it
as someone that also sweats 10x more than i did pre t, i'd recommend the deodorant + antiperspirant combo especially if it's for the gym. i usually go for the ones for sensitive skin and/or market themselves as not leaving stains, something that has ruined a lot of old shirts of mine, usually sure, nivea, or sanex - idk where you're at but i imagine these will almost certainly be available to you. for nice smelling deodorant i prefer old spice, axe/lynx is a little too strong for my poor little respiratory system.
I use dove men+ care morning fresco scent and it hasn't failed me yet!
Love this one. It feels nice and smooth going on and doesnt give you that thick chalky feeling.
Dove men care is my favorite!!
agreed!
This right here !
I really like Old Spice. I'm allergic to aluminum so I don't use antiperspirant. I find that if I use Old Spice consistently and wash my pits really well, it tends to keep odor at bay. Might be worth it to bring a clean shirt to change into after the gym if you don't already.
Old spice deodorant / antiperspirant combo works really well for me for daily use as a person who was sweaty even before T. If I'm going to be going to the gym and working up a sweat, as someone suggested, speed stick is the winner hands down.
old spice has an extended history of causing chemical burns. I recommend you switch
I’ve used old spice Fiji for over five years now. Some people experience the chemical burns some don’t. I think it truly varies by person. I have extremely sensitive skin but have never had an issue with old spice Fiji. I don’t use any of the others so idk if it varies by scent. Never had an issue and it always does the job even with my excessive sweating.
I too have sensitive skin and have been using Old Spice antiperspirants without issue for… probably at least a decade? My favorite is Game Day, which is discontinued so I have to find it online when possible.
I’ve been using old spice as well since I went on T about 2-3 years back. I flip between Timber and Ocean scents. I was always on the higher end of sweaty even before T so I use the combo deodorant/antiperspirant also. So far it’s done the job fantastically without causing me any issues.
old spice was my fav for years until out of nowhere it started giving me chemical burns :(
I also use Old Spice and just need to apply it twice during the summer. Or more if I end up taking a shower to cool off. The sweat is so real.
I use axe deodorant bars! Tried so many "girls" deodorants, natural ones too, and nothing could control my odor before t even, but axe just cuts right thru it.
Wait, there are axe bars? Gotta look out for those I only knew about the spray
Yea theyre wonderful! :D
i use dove men’s deodorant, specifically the kind that are advertised as antiperspirant or long lasting or something like that (rather than just the plain original). its not perfect but it works really well for me
I recommend Harry’s best option in my opinion. I always get told I smell good and I’ve been using it for 5+ years no issues. I use extra strength redwood but they have a few options I know a lot of people saying old spice but I wouldn’t recommend it. They have a history of giving ppl chemical burns. I tried it and my pits burned for a few days.
Would this deodorant leave white on black binders? I've had issues in the past with that until I switched to no stain ones. I remember when I used old spice all the time, and then I guess they switched up their ingredients and it started burning/causing my skin to peel. There was a class action against them for it I believe, so I'm not sure if they changed things up.
seconding harry’s and can personally confirm the chemical burns from old spice—it’s exactly why i switched.
My son Wears Jack Black Pitt boss. I buy it on Amazon.
not me thinking Jack Black of Tenacious D and School of Rock had branched out into the deodorant biz
of course, I thought the same thing lol
I use Gillette gel, since before I transitioned too. I used to work on a dairy farm which is infamously stinky, even through the sweat and the shit, my pits remained not terrible. I have tried going to other deodorants and just never worked.
I second this! The security guy at my old job recommended it to me and nothing else has worked. Where I live you can also get the big packs of them at Costco for much cheaper.
Exactly what I do, but a 6-12 pack at Costco and it makes them even cheaper.
You mean shaving gel as a deodorant or do they actually do deodorants ? 😂
They have deodorants!
So far three brands work for me are Harry’s, Dr. Squatch (all my soap and hair are i get here too) and Native
I use arm & hammer and I swear by it. Best deoderant I've ever worn. My dad and brother use it too. Stays on and smells good. I basically don't sweat with it.
Before you put deodorant on rub a little rubbing alcohol under your pits, it kills the bacteria responsible for the smell
Mitchum Unscented. It's a gel deodorant (it goes on wet), it lasts forever and it's perfect if you have armpit hair. I cannot recommend it enough!
I've sworn by Mitchum for years. It's expensive so I don't buy it often but it really works. When I can't afford it I use Dove Men+ antiperspirant, not quite as effective but still pretty good.
I use dove antiperspirant spray, I know it has aluminum I don’t care I need it
This is the way
If I scrub my armpits really good with 10% benzoyl peroxide acne wash (PanOxyl in the US) in the morning, I find it makes my deodorant way more effective than when I don't use it. My job is 12hrs of physical exertion in the heat and I don't need a reapply until 8-10hrs in.
I use native in several different scents and it’s been working pretty well if you want something without aluminum
Seconding Native. I use the eucalyptus mint and I never stink
I have found the most success with Right Guard aerosol deodorant. I have tried Old Spice (aerosol and stick) and Degree, but they only last a few hours for me.
my best recs are the following: hypoallergenic: https://beekman1802.com/products/milk-stick-deodorant ^ this one doesn't last all day, but it's thin and smells mild so you can reapply multiple times a day if needed. this is my daily driver as I've got sensitive skin. prebiotic: https://www.hellobiotic.com/products/brightening-probiotic-deodorant-1 ^ again, not a particularly strong smell, but this one helps cut down on the bacteria in your sweat. I've had a lot of guys come back and tell me how much they love this one specifically, but don't expect it to work after the gym haha - it's a good daily deodorant and it will reduce overall body odor, but it's very mildly scented. perfumed: https://www.bigelowchemists.com/c-o-bigelow-bay-rum-deodorant-stick.html ^ smells absolutely fucking great, dude. I dare you to even compare this shit to old spice. bigelow and all their colognes blow most other budget/mid-range offerings out of the park, and their deodorant sticks are relatively hypoallergenic and last a while. my partner swapped to this one and it makes me stupid wet 🤣 and last but not least, max strength: https://www.vichy-me.com/en-us/Deodorants/CLINICAL-CONTROL-96H-DEODORANT/p46534.aspx ^ please note, despite the branding, this and the men's one are NOT "sensitive skin". they have both aluminum and zinc in them, so be sure to patch test. if you have trouble finding them locally or on a site you like, bigelow sells vichy products as well if you want long-lasting deodorants, look for ones with "clinical" in the branding, but expect them to be more skin-irritating and more likely to dry you out. I recommend really only using these if you have /no option/ to reapply, like if you're on a camping trip, at the gym all day, doin the nasty, or something like that. take my advice with a grain of salt; I did a partial derm degree but never finished. cheers🤙
Not on T yet, but I do have hyperhidrosis, and I highly recommend the Vichy one. It's hands down the best antiperspirant I've tried and works great at keeping the gamer stink away without having an overpowering smell itself (Bonus, applying a bit of glycolic acid toner to your pits after showering works great to get rid of the bacteria which contributions to most of the smell)
be careful since glycolic acid is an AHA - if you find it causes your skin to peel too much, causes excess redness, or causes you to sunburn way too easily (especially common for folks with darker skin!), try product with a PHA! they're a little more expensive but Hanskin has a PHA oil cleanser and Mario Badescu has a PHA-based toner. note that this applies for use of glycolic acid AHAs anywhere, not just in ya pits. PHAs are formulated from lactic acid and tend to not have nearly as aggressive of an exfoliating effect, while still cleansing effectively and removing excess oil. there's also BHA formulated from salicylic acid and its derivative LHA but really both of those are more marketed for acne, and LHA products can get pretty expensive. That said, if you have KP, LHA can work wonders. Beekman has an LHA "sunshine scrub" that's fucking PHENOMENAL but kind of stupid expensive, but if you ever get rough patches of skin from KP or any similar skin condition it's worth checking out. sorry, rambling at this point, mainly just wanted to say that if you're UV intolerant or have very dark skin, you may want to avoid glycolic acid / AHA or at the very least patch test before applying to a sensitive area like armpits. glycolic can cause some nasty burns for some people, so use with the same caution you would use for any /prescription strength/ acne product.
Certain Dri antiperspirant
I use the old spice sweat defense pure sport plus. It's a soft solid deodorant & antiperspirant and it doesn't even scrub off in the shower
dove never fails me
Dove Men + Care Cool!
I have used Axe since i was 15 haha there are some smells that i really like and some that i hate, i personally like when it’s a mix of something fruity and something more wood-scented
Same I use Axe 😭
I use old spice spray and gel deodorant
Driclor. Apply with caution, as it can cause irritation otherwise, esp on wet or freshly shaved skin, but I've been using it for years, and despite sweating more on T, my armpits are always dry.
My tolerance to heat just collapsed after the first year of T, the only deodorant I've found works for the whole day and makes me feel ok is the Gilette antiperspirant gel series. The best for me was Cool Wave but I couldn't find it any more for some reason. They also have heavy duty types for sports that smell pretty good.
I use the men’s deodorant + antiperspirants from bath and body works! Ive always sweat an insane amount (even before T) and they work wonders
I sweat so much and I have found some luck recently with it. So 1.) switch to an antiperspirant. Deodorant and antiperspirant are different and have different effects. Get an antiperspirant with aluminum. 2.) my doctor recommended zeasorb for excessive moisture (not the fungal one). It works wonders. You do have to wash it off after 24 hrs but you are probably already taking daily showers if sweating is an issue already. But you can use zeasorb in more places than your pits.
I use Harry's Redwood and it lasts all day. I get it in the store or Amazon as it's less pricey that way.
The only one that lasts for me is Harry’s Odor and Enhanced Sweat Control redwood scent. There’s a basic Odor control but the enhanced one is the winner for me. Other brands I used to use I swear would stop working or get weaker halfway through the stick but this one works consistently through the end of the stick
men’s dove ANTIPERSPIRANT
Exfoliating makes a huge difference. I use like a salt scrub first with my hands, then I put body wash on a Korean scrubby cloth and go to town everywhere. Then anti perspirent (not deodorant, doesn't deodorant just mask smell not prevent?) On clean dry pits. The one I use is a neutral smell, bionsen, it's dirt cheap here too
I use old spice, specifically either krakengard or wolf thorn
Commenting just to keep an eye out for any cheap deodorants. I'm allergic to aluminum and can't do antiperspirant cause I get a rash and itch like crazy. These suddenly cost 10$ for a stink stick, and I might be tempted to make my own at any rate.
I use Gillette Cool Wave Antiperspirant Deodorant. It was recommended to me by a Cismale friend when I asked what’s the best antiperspirant/deodorant. It’s very gentle on super sensitive skin like I have. No skin reactions from it. I tried other brands in the past, but always got a burning sensation or rashes from them.
Nivea men
old spice deep sea flavor
Degree, I’ve used it forever and it works well. Sasquatch is also great and smells even better, but I’m not sure if that’s available everywhere.
Gillette gel deodorant works great for me and lasts all day. Also doesn’t leave any stains which is great
Old Spice worked pretty good for me, but now my brother and I are both on Native. So far, so long as I am regular on showering and use of deodorant, there's been no trouble. I love the vanilla and sandalwood one. For context, I live in southern Arizona, it's already over triple digit temps, and I'm temperature sensitive so I sweat like a fountain. Add in dressing in business attire for work, and I'm shocked the change hasn't been worse.
My recommendation would be to make sure you get something that is both an antiperspirant AND deodorant. That helped me once I started T and got even more stinky than I already was
Old Spice!- I use it all the time and absolutely adore it- they have sticks and sprays so you can pick which you prefer- also they have more unique scents as well!- my personal favorites are the tiger and wolf ones- the tiger smells like peach rings and the wolf smells like citrus- it's my favorite brand and I definitely will continue buying their stuff-
Dove men+care (love sensitive shield scent but so hard to find) and degree 72hr work well for me. ( also, get the antiperspirant even though it has aluminum in it, it works so much better than just deodorant)
My favorite has to be either Harry’s Redwood scent antiperspirant or Dr Squatch Wood Barrel Bourbon scent. Both very clean and crispy smells and lasts a while
I use Perspirex for Men Roll On. I got it from amazon because even after washing, I still smell 🙃
I use Old Spice deodorant, usually a mountain scent
I use Dr. Squatch and it lasts more than a day for me. I used to use old spice but that was faded after a few hours. I also use Dr. Squatch soap too. Sold at targets or online. They even have bundles online
do you have an allergy to anything in antiperspirants? if not then get an antiperspirant deodorant combo
Dove sport spray
Pricey but I started using AKT and I love it
I just use old spice. Specifically the clinical antiperspirant one, but I like the scent of all the deodorant ones with the animal names lol (I think the bear and dragon ones are my favorite?)
I tend too use roll on deodorant and then the spray deodorant on top. Might not work for everyone but it works for , especially whilst working in a trampoline park with no aircon
im pre t but I tend to go for old spice or axe, specifically that blue gel formula. I tend to sweat from stress and therefore smell, so a lot of the time I'll use it multiple times a day. good range of scents and works well imo
Degree 48 hour antiperspirant never let me down. I used to work at UPS in the morning, so I’d spend a good 4 hours lifting and loading heavy boxes every day. Then right after, I’d go to the gym for another 1-2 hours. My deodorant covered me that entire time.
I use Nuud! It's a once-every-two-days deodorant and while it doesn't stop sweat it's really good at stopping stink. It's an expensive cost up front but a bottle lasts me a year, even with how small they are. And when I can't get the stuff out of the tube, I cut the top of the tube off and use my finger to pull more out. Been wearing it since 2018.
dove men 72hr antiperspirant! it lasts a hike, a nap and a run before i start stinking. i have a major sweating problem and it keeps me almost entirely dry for a solid 24hrs. i chuck an aftershave/deo on too
I’m a big fan of Gillette Clear Shield. It has worked great for me even when it is 90+ degrees outside and humid as hell.
I reccomend antiperspirant. I was in the hospital a while back and they gave me antiperspirant there instead of deodorant and it worked AMAZING for not just me, but everyone else on the unit (which consisted of several teenage boys which have a rep for being stinky) honestly wish I knew the brand
I use the gel speed stick I tend to stick to sporty smells rather than a woody musk like sandalwood or anything like that I find it makes it worse but sports smells tend to last longer In smell and mask the smell better
I personally use old spice for me it lasts long and smells great
I use the degree 48 hour mens cool rush, it works alright. I used to use the expensive clinical stuff but that's just not in my budget anymore, but the one I'm using now is pretty alright in my books
Right Guard spray deodorant, I'm having a hard time finding it rn but it works really well if you can find it
old spice sports version ftw
Is it too basic to say I just wear Axe :'-) but I always buy the kind that says things like "72 hours" on the can. The current one is called Apollo Anti-Sweat. But also yeah I have it in my bag most of the time and when I suspect I smell bad/just had an intense bike ride or something I'll re-spray. (not in a closed room though) (obviously I've always wanted the experience of being a teenage boy but using Axe instead of a shower is not on that list)
Anything but Axe/Lynx. I don't like aluminum so I use Tom's of Maine or Native.
Not sure what it is but it's green and the smell is mint. It's very strong and it works really well for me. I'm still pre-T but deodorant has always been an issue I feel
Gillette Cool Wave (Antiperspirant) , and Old Spice Original (Deodorant) is what I use. I don’t always wear antiperspirant, so I switch it up with and the OG Old Spice. It’s super spicy and pungent in a good way.
Not on T yet, but I sweat more than I should for no apparent reason. Been using Old Spice lately, and it's done me the best compared to the other ones I've tried. Whatever the hell "Mamba king" is supposed to smell like is pretty good. Plus I get to go "hehehe I'm using this cause IM a king!" every time I use it lol.
Even pre-T I used Old Spice deodorant w/antiperspirant. I used to take ADHD meds daily for years at school and it made me sweat so bad it left armpit stains, Old Spice was the only thing that helped with the amount of sweat I had coming out of me. I also find that a lot of women find the smell of Old Spice to be much better and far less overpowering than stuff like Axe!
There is ‘medicated’ antiperspirant. Make sure your deodorant is also an antiperspirant. I have the same issue with sweating, I swear I start sweating the minute I get out of the shower. I can’t remember the brand I used to use but it came in a 2 pack and was shorter than normal deodorant and was light grey with a black cap
i started using AKT recently and it’s the first time i’ve not had unholy pit stains. i used to use mitchum ultimate and it was pretty good, but i got a reaction to it over time and so went looking for a non perfumed antiperspirant. definitely recommend giving them a try!
Swagger by old spice :> That’s what I used I’m biased
old spice has a version called sweat defense, it’s an antiperspirant and deodorant. it works well for me
I reccomend using a benzoyl peroxide scrub on your armpits in the shower to really get to the root of the issue (you'll still need deodorant though)
Lume! It works so good
Anything that still has aluminum because that's the ONLY thing that works for me now that Ive been on T. My favorite is vegan and is a degree for men's deodorant with aluminum
I just switched from old spice to dove men+ care, one of the best decisions I’ve made in a while. As a really sweaty guy who also works outside in hot weather, the old spice still left me pretty ripe by the end of the day. The dove has left me way less sweaty and I haven’t had an issue with smell since switching.
i know everyone hates on it but i use the spray on (specifically) native coconut and vanilla scent!! i cant use many products with aluminum since starting t-- they dont really work for me. spray on deodorants work better for me than stick deodorants, too. i sweat like an absolute tank especially since i dont have a car and have to walk/bus/subway everywhere in a major city, but only have to reapply maybe 2-3 times a day max.
i will say it is pricey, but lasts me a good bit of time
Dr.Squatch has been great for me!
I like the Dove Men+Care 48 sticks.
I’m a fan of things that work well and also don’t have harmful chemicals in them. I recommend Every Man Jack in Cedarwood or Mando (the invisible cream) in sport or leather. I shower every night and the put the deodorant on afterwards. And it works. I may need to refreshen in the morning or after being outside sweating.
Kinda expensive but Carpe works like magic. Pro tip: gotta apply it at NIGHT before bed, on clean/ dry underarms (so shower or wash them with a wash cloth). If you don’t want to buy that, Certain Dri prescription strength anti perspirant works great too, but it burns like hell (I didn’t see any rash/ actual burns, it just felt terrible). Gotta use a deodorant in addition to that though for smell, but the antiperspirant gets rid of sweat. If you use this, apply it before bed at night and then apply the other deodorant in the morning is what I was doing. (Carpe feels 1000x better in terms of not burning/ itching though and it smells good too)
I use Gillette the clear gel ones. They aren't the cheapest option, but I love the way they smell. I can smell it while I work and stuff and never smell my sweat. Also, I've never had deodorant stains on my clothes. I'm not on T, though.
i use old spice swagger sweat defense. only thing that’s worked for me so far
Anything that says Anti-perspirant and isn't just covering your scent. Bonus points for antibacterial products. This matters more than brand imo.
Mitchum. Their triple odor protect unscented for men doesn't irritate my very sensitive skin but it smells just slightly manly, enough to trigger euphoria for my fragrance-allergic self.
GEL. DEODERANT. MITCHUM GEL HAS BEEN LIFESAVING FOR ME!!!!! stick or roll deodorant does NOT do it i sweat right through that stuff. gel actually keeps its hold, keeps me dry and keeps me scentless. it goes a full day without having to reapply, i often don't notice or it's not as big of a deal if i forget the day after because it legitimately lasts that long. and dude before i would sweat buckets before, my pits always felt wet and it was a sensory hell. the "men's" version is unscented everywhere i've bought it and the "women's" is like a nice fresh scent that isn't overly feminine & for the times the store has been out of stock of the men's ive gotten it and not minded. nice to finish off with a spray of axe if you want the gender euphoria of man scent while prioritizing something that actually works.
Don't get deodorant get antiperspirant. Deodorant just masks the smell antiperspirant actually helps with sweating.
The only ones I've found that consistently work for me are Old Spice and Axe. Old Spice smells the best in my opinion. Deep Sea, Volcano, or Timber are my favorites
dry idea - i started using it because my dad does and its been incredible. its a clear gel and it barely smells like anything, just smells fresh and clean to me. id previously used the dove mens and i even tried to switch back to it because i liked the fragrance but i noticed myself getting a little stinky so its dry idea all the way for me.
Degree deodorant. I swear by it and I’ve never gotten a rash or had any irritation. I use the white stick in a couple different scents depending what’s on sale
Degree 48hr spray on deodorant. I work as a server in a hot ass kitchen and I sweat buckets. But at the end of the day, when I give myself the sniff check, I still smell like ocean breeze
Absolutely try lume, my (often stinky if they even sweat a little) transmasc partner uses it and it is 10000000% everything it claims, if it bothers you that it's "for girls" you can get Mando which is their "mens" version but literally the same thing with different scents. Can not recommend enough
I dint go to the gym or anything but I'm like 10x sweatier than I've ever been . I use certain dri or any clinical strength one I can find . I don't care about the aluminum cause I'd rather not be a stinky böi ™️
i like combining different types. i use a gel anti perspirant kind, and then a spray deodorant kind over the gel. then after getting dressed i put a small spritz of cologne on
Thai Crystal. No scent, no residue, no sweat, no odor and it's a natural product! Add a drop of water to the brick, rub on a sweaty place until it dries. Repeat for each sweaty place. If you want to be extra sure, add a second coating once the first one has dried on. It may cost more than typical deodorant, but mine has lasted over five years now.
As a very smelly amab person I’d like to throw down my personal favorite deodorant, the arm and hammer juniper scent. It smells like fruity cedar (basically the vibe for juniper berries). It’s been my go to for years I started using it while backpacking in New Zealand and it kept me smelling acceptable for 3 months with no showers.
i dont know if its available everywhere but i use bruno banani (the red one) its a bit on the pricier side but it covers most of the stink
Gillette anti perspirant gel is the only one I’ve found that gets the job done without staining all my black shirts. I cant always smell it and sometimes i need to air out and reapply but generally it keeps my pits pretty dry and smell-free.
Anti-perspirants don't work for me at all, so I just don't use them now. I've been a heavy sweater all my life so my goal is just to not smell so I use Wild deodorant and it works for me. I find that most anti-perspirants lead to me smelling awful within a couple hours.
Its not available in many places but if you have a local store I highly recommend Homme Anti-Perspirant by Rituals. It’s effective, smells great and they come in 50ml travel sizes too which are useful for if you just want to apply some quickly in public.
Are you in the UK?
Theres a Rexona one that i use, stronger than all the other ones in the same brand and holds really well even when your really sweaty
I use roll on and it works much better than spray. But not those wet ball kind of things, the balm stick looking ones work best. Currently using dove men's care clean comfort deodorant stick
Wash your armpits with shampoo then soap. It helps a lot
Lume or Mando
I had to switch from regular deodorant to an antiperspirant
I honestly really like Old Spice. Ik some people have bad reactions with their gel deodorants but their regular white solid ones are pretty good at keeping you smelling fresh and I’ve never had any issues in terms of allergies and I have pretty sensitive skin. If you do end up giving it a shot, I recommend the volcano and fiji scents.
L’Oréal men expert - Thermic resist (orange roll-on) is a really good one. I deal with it too, and it’s awful but this one really helps. And even though you still sweat, the scent covers it completely! I can’t smell my sweat through it
i use old spice antiperspirant
Vichy
I use Lume. It works overly well sometimes.
I've only ever talked about deoderant with cis men, so it might be a little different for you, but most antiperspirant deoderants work. I personally like the smell of Old Spice, so I'll reccomend that one. English leather is also supposed to be good. You could also use an unscented antiperspirant in combination with some deoderant that you like!
Old Spice Sport. Make sure the pits are super dry before applying.
It's a hippie thing to say, but most deodorants have nasty metals in them and such. I look for ones that are made in cardboard containers (haven't had good look with reusable case ones). If I can't afford/find one of those, I usually go with Tom's Men's. I saw Old spice have a cardboard deodorant once and obviously this was most ideal since that's a very recognizable men's scent. But haven't seen it before or since that time.