Crystal Essence (Coconut + Vanilla, Pack of 1) - Magnesium Solid Stick Deodorants, Magnesium Deodorant, Safely and Effectively Fights Odour, Aluminium Free Deodorant for Men and Women, Coconut + Va...

This is such a great option for a natural deodorant. The scent is VERY nice and not overpowering. I also love how beautiful the packaging is, especially the extra inner cover that ensures it doesn't melt or make a mess. It’s the perfect travel option, highly recommend!

I have been using another magnesium deodorant for years. But that deodorant has nearly doubled in price recently, and I cannot justify paying $20 for ONE deodorant. So I took a chance and decided to use this. I was also taking a chance because I was going on a week long trip to Georgia, where the temps were projected to be in the 90’s (which it unfortunately was:( ). I am happy to say that this deodorant works! It does not contain baking soda ( which is great, because I am allergic), but somehow it still kept me smelling UNLIKE a shallot. Which is awesome for me and everyone around me! The scent of this deodorant is very light, so I did not mind it at all. I sweated a TON, but still did not stink. This doesn’t keep you from sweating, but does keep you from stinking. It did not leave a residue on any of my clothing, and my skin was super soft at the end of the sweaty week. It was easy to use, and applied very smoothly. It also seems like the container will last a long time, because you really do not use much each time. While it is still $10, it is natural, with much better ingredients than the commercial brands. I think I have found my new de-stinkifier!

The Reality Check: I am one of those people who must wear deodorant. If I don't, I will start smelling within an hour of showering, even if I am just sitting on the couch. I spent months testing 9 aluminum-free brands in a professional office setting with 10k steps a day to find out which ones actually hold up and which ones are just a greasy mess. The Heavy Hitters (Top Tier) • Shwally Zinc and Charcoal: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Performance: The absolute gold standard for odor. This is the only one that gave me 24+ hours of protection. Experience: Since it is tallow-based, it feels grease-heavy when you first apply it, but it dries up shortly after. Even though it contains a form of baking soda, I had zero irritation. • The People’s Pharmacy MOM (Milk of Magnesia) Roll-on: ⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐ Performance: 12+ hours of solid protection with zero irritation. Experience: This was a huge surprise. It is completely non-greasy and dries quickly, leaving a subtle white dry residue (like baby powder) that feels very clean. The fragrance-free version is great, and the scented one is subtle. The Catch: Not widely available; you usually have to buy directly from their site, so shipping and handling fees will add to the cost. High Performance (4 Stars) • Salt and Stone (Bergamot and Hinoki): ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Performance: 12+ hours. The scent is the best of all products tested, but it is not subtle; it is strong and it will cling to your clothes all day. Experience: Very effective, but the grease feeling is real and the baking soda eventually caused significant redness for me. Excellent customer service though; they sent a sensitive version for free. • Gymati Fitness Spray: ⭐⭐⭐⭐ Performance: 8+ hours of protection. Experience: A sporty scent that replaces the need for cologne. It is a quick-dry spray with no grease or stains. The Catch: Because it is a spray, it has the tallest container of the bunch. It takes up more space in a gym bag or desk drawer. The Middle Ground • Kokoa Botanics: ⭐⭐⭐ Performance: 8+ hours. Experience: This was the only plastic-free container I tested. However, it is very temperature dependent; if it is not warm enough, it crumbles in your armpit. The sweet scent transfers to your shirt and intensifies the longer you wear it. The Catch: Not widely available besides directly from their website, so shipping and handling will add to the cost. • Salt and Stone (Sensitive): ⭐⭐⭐ Performance: 6+ hours. Experience: Solved the irritation but the protection dropped. It feels grease-heavy on application and does not dry fast enough before putting a shirt on. Scent is more subtle than the original formula. The Low-Protection Group • Clearly FRESH Magnesium Roll-On: ⭐⭐ Experience: Initial protection decreases quickly through time. After 6 hours, it is like not having any deodorant on at all. It is not greasy and dries quickly, but it just doesn't last. • Kopari and Crystal Magnesium: ⭐⭐ Experience: Both smelled nice but were very greasy. They transferred all over my shirts and only lasted about 6 hours before the odor broke through. Final Verdict for the High-Odor Individual: 1. Best Overall Protection: Shwally (for the 24hr protection) 2. Best Scent: Salt and Stone (Original) 3. Best Budget and Feel: People's Pharmacy MOM (for the dry, baby-powder finish) 4. Best Spray: Gymati (if you have the extra room in your bag)

In my opinion, this deodorant is satisfactory. While it has a pleasant scent, I find that the fragrance does not last throughout the day. Additionally, the fact that it is marketed as “natural” may contribute to its reduced wear time. Overall, it is acceptable, but I will likely consider trying another brand.

I love the smell of this deodorant but it doesn’t last very long if you sweat a lot. When I moved to Hawaii I used this and it didn’t work well but that was because of those circumstances. Living in Idaho I liked using this because it’s a dryer climate. The ingredients are much better than typical deodorants. It is easy to use and smalls great. Another con is that it leaves white marks on clothing but that’s hard to avoid without using harmful ingredients so I don’t mind it terribly. I would choose this deodorant over toxic ones any day. Overall this is a good choice and value for money.