In all honesty, I initially thought that my grueling search for the perfect natural deodorant had finally come to a halt two years ago. I had been using Agent Nateur's cult-fave Holi(stick) Deodorant for several weeks to wonderful results. Even in sky-high July temperatures, I smelled lovely all day long—and as my body continued to adjust (read: began to perspire less), I only fell more in love with this all-natural formula.
Then, one morning, as I was pulling my top over my head, I saw them: twin red patches sprawled across my underarms. They didn't itch or hurt at the moment, but I wasn't about to risk finding out if they would. I stopped using my beloved Holi(stick), and the rashes cleared up in just a day or two. My armpits were none the worse for wear; I, however, was crushed.