14 Best and Worst Deodorants and Antiperspirants

There's nothing worse than a deodorant that doesn't work. Here's what to choose -- and what to skip -- to stay dry and body odor-free

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The Worst No. 4: Secret Scent Expressions Clear Gel, $3.99

TotalBeauty.com average reader rating: 6.8*
Why: Readers say this deodorant is "messy, slimy, smells awful, and does not do its job," because "it doesn't block odors at all, but attempts to cover it with a different smell." One reader says, this product is "not a deodorant, but an odorant" and "if you have problems with sweating, stay away from this gel because as soon as I get sweaty, it smells like perfume and armpits." Some readers also say their underarms get "sticky and irritated after using this product for a few days in a row."

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See Next Page: The Worst No. 3: Tom's of Maine Natural Long-Lasting Deodorant Stick , $3.99

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I have tried most of these and this article is on point! I really wish Toms was good, since its natural!

by lisiana_de_bem_justino Saturday, April 28, 2012 at 08:38PM Report as inappropriate

The worst thing ever is getting stuck wearing a bad deodorant all day...I like certin-dri at bedtime and dove cucumber melon in the morning

by glamgirlseven Friday, April 6, 2012 at 07:34PM Report as inappropriate

I hate roll ons

by theseattlesound Tuesday, April 3, 2012 at 08:06PM Report as inappropriate

I would add the Fresh deodorant on the worst side as well!

by powerwoman033 Tuesday, March 6, 2012 at 02:48PM Report as inappropriate

I recently discovered that my favorite deodorant wasn't working as well as I thought it was (eek!!). This list has helped me decide what to try next!

by tallredamanda Tuesday, March 6, 2012 at 07:04AM Report as inappropriate

If u want a rapturous scent that lasts all day,try the Donna karan deodorant,works great even in humid weather

by yetunde Thursday, January 26, 2012 at 11:29PM Report as inappropriate

I'm currently using a worst deoderant. Will have to try some of the bests--I've been looking for alternatives and the Kiehls looks great!

by bitemeinks Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at 08:55AM Report as inappropriate

I love this site! Great new beauty tips & buys every day. It's like a Consumer Reports for beauty & health.

by palmpilot Wednesday, January 25, 2012 at 04:01AM Report as inappropriate

I have to agree with the best of reviews on the Avon On Duty and The Secret original deodorant. I am a pyrotechnician and spend alot of time around July 4th outdoors in tank tops sweating to death. Those 2 have never let me down! I am suprised that Dove didnt make the best of list anywhere as well though. They have nice clean scents that dont overpower as well as great odor and sweat protection. I recently started using the Dove that is supposed to condition your underarms and help you shave less and get rid of discoloraton, will write a review sometime if I see any results from it!

by jslate304 Tuesday, January 24, 2012 at 10:47PM Report as inappropriate

I use the scent expressions deodarant and because i had a stick and i just didnt want to waste it. i guess i will try the secret clinical as summer draws closer.

by kez_shay Tuesday, January 24, 2012 at 07:58PM Report as inappropriate

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