Best French Deodorant (Our Top 10 Picks)

What makes it special? Its complex of anti-bacterial and anti-enzyme ingredients combined with aluminium salts regulates perspiration and prevents odours from forming, providing a fresh, clean feeling for 24 hours. Enriched with Uriage Thermal Water and soothing ingredients, it soothes even the most sensitive underarms. What's more is that it doesn't produce those nasty stains or that starchy cardboard effect that some deodorants cause. A true French pharmacy masterpiece, at a lovely budget French pharmacy price point.

What makes it special? Hypoallergenic, free from parabens and alcohol, enriched with Vichy Mineralizing Water & aluminium salts, it is essentially just a slightly premium version of Uriage's. For the extra cost, you are rewarded with 48-hour protection against even the most intense perspiration, with one of the most divine, fresh-smelling scents that have kept customers returning to this product for years and years.

What makes it special? If you're unfamiliar with cream antiperspirants, you're certainly not alone, but this holy grail of a product is definitely worth trying at least once. Ideal for dry, sensitive skin types, the paraben-free, fragrance-free, Life Plankton-enriched formula doubles up as a soothing/moisturizing lotion that soothes, smoothes, and beautifies. It leaves your underarm area feeling more pleasant to the touch, looking more pleasing to the eye, and smelling incredibly fresh to the nose. (There is also a roll-on alternative available if you would prefer)

What makes it special? Free from aluminium chlorohydrate, this cult-favourite roll-on deodorant offers long-lasting natural protection thanks to the essential oils of sage, sweet orange and lemon. Natural deodorants get a bad rep due to some pretty poor options on the market, but many reviewers (including ourselves!) have hailed this as one of the few they have found success with, and what's more, the subtle, feminine scent smells *sublime*. If you fancy a foray into the realm of natural deodorants or are looking for an extra one for your rotation, look no further!

What makes it special? If the idea of a cream antiperspirant piqued your interest with #3, Lancome offers a higher-end version that is also worth considering if you fancy a bit more of a splurge. The skin in your underarm area is some of the most sensitive on your body, so it absolutely makes sense to treat it with skincare-like products, especially if your skin type is naturally sensitive. The Lancôme Bocage cream is alcohol-free, contains aluminium salts, and has a velvety smooth and light texture which leaves your skin soft and supple. It provides extremely effective protection from perspiration, all day long. (There is also a roll-on alternative and spray alternative available if you would prefer)

What makes it special? Higher-end perfumed deodorant offers the ultimate escape from the use of aluminium, as well as the unfavourable aspects of natural deodorants. Guerlain's La Petite Robe Noire is a sweet and slightly powdery cherry that layers super nicely with the perfume, bringing a feeling of freshness, elegance and lightness all day long (you can still smell it at the end of the day just as much as the start!). It is definitely one of our favourites and is seemingly a very popular choice.

What makes it special? This luxury deodorant was specially tailored for the modern woman. It will wrap you in a floral chypre fragrance just like the Chloé Nomade Eau de Parfum which is beautifully complemented by this spray. It sits at a slightly higher price point than Guerlain's, but the notes of mirabelle plum, freesia, and oakmoss that come to life on your skin make it oh so worth it.

What makes it special? Providing an experience of daily freshness, Dior's Perfumed Deodorant deposits a delicate mist on the skin, recreating the floral bouquet of J'adore. Not much more needs to be said here, though; you really do get what you pay for when it comes to Dior, and this sumptuous and addictive scent is no exception.

What makes it special? Containing 97% natural-origin ingredients, the Nuxe Long-Lasting Deodorant provides long-lasting protection without streaks with the help of natural alum and silver powders. Your skin feels soothed upon application, and odours are neutralized with the scents of coconut sorbet, white flowers and wild vanilla.

What makes it special? Its unique formula is made of 98% natural origin ingredients, offers 24-hour effectiveness and is free from aluminium, alcohol, silicone and bicarbonate of soda. Its stick format offers easy, roll-on application without leaving traces or blocking pores. At the core of its formula is organic grape water for a soothing, prebiotic and hydrating action, which contributes to healthier underarms. This product seems extremely hit or miss for some people, though, since it is a natural deodorant. We recommend alternating the use of this with another natural deodorant (such as #4 or #9) or so as not to allow your body to build resistance to it (which we believe is the root of the issues that people have been experiencing).