Size: 3oz
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Fractionated Coconut Oil, Stearyl Alcohol, Arrowroot Powder, Magnesium Hydroxide, Zinc Ricinoleate, Organic Coconut Oil, Organic Shea Butter, Jojoba Esters, Activated Charcoal, Cedarwood Essential Oil, Bergamot Essential Oil, Gurjun Balsam Essential Oil, Sandalwood Essential Oil (wood), Copaiba Balsam Essential Oil, Amyris Essential Oil, Hawaiian Sandalwood Essential Oil, Sandalwood Essential Oil (fruit), Australian Sandalwood Essential Oil, Vanilla Fruit Extract
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Sandalwood Essential Oil
Rich, warm, and long-lasting — a luxury botanical prized for its deep, woodsy scent
We use a blend of sandalwood varieties in this formula to create a genuinely complex, sophisticated scent profile. Sandalwood has been used in wellness and beauty traditions worldwide for its warm, grounding aroma.
Bergamot Essential Oil
A bright citrus oil with sophisticated depth — uplifting without being sharp
Bergamot brings a sun-kissed, slightly floral citrus note that lifts and balances the sandalwood. It's a classic pairing in high-end perfumery, now brought into a clean, natural deodorant.
Activated Charcoal
Absorbs odor-causing impurities without clogging pores or staining clothing
A small amount of activated charcoal is integrated into every stick to help draw out impurities and keep underarms feeling fresh. It won't transfer to clothing.
Magnesium Hydroxide
Naturally balances skin pH to prevent the bacteria responsible for odor
Magnesium hydroxide creates an environment where odor-causing bacteria struggle to thrive — without blocking sweat glands the way aluminum does. It's the foundation of effective aluminum-free protection.
Yes — but it works differently than conventional antiperspirants. Instead of blocking sweat glands with aluminum, our formula uses magnesium hydroxide to balance skin pH (which discourages odor-causing bacteria) and zinc ricinoleate to neutralize odor molecules. Activated charcoal absorbs impurities. Many customers find it just as effective once their body adjusts.
Baking soda is common in natural deodorants, but it can cause redness, rashes, and irritation — especially for those with sensitive skin or those who shave their underarms. We formulated ours without it so it's gentle and effective for everyone, including those who've reacted to other natural deodorants.
Some people experience a 1–3 week adjustment period when switching from aluminum-based antiperspirant. During this time your sweat glands are returning to their natural function — you may notice slightly more sweating at first. This is temporary. Most customers settle in within a few weeks and love the results.
Apply a thin, even coat and give it 30–60 seconds to dry before getting dressed. Natural deodorant contains oils and waxes that can transfer to fabric if not fully dry. Applying to clean, dry underarms — not right after showering — helps as well. If you do notice any transfer on fabric, treat the area with dish soap before washing; it breaks down the oils quickly.
Yes — this formula was designed with sensitive skin in mind. It's free from aluminum, baking soda, talc, parabens, and synthetic fragrance. All scents come from pure essential oils.
With daily use, one 3oz stick typically lasts 2–3 months, depending on how much product you apply. A thin, even coat is all you need.
No fillers. No shortcuts. Just clean ingredients made in small batches with people in mind.
I have been a faithful customer of Yellowbird for just over 2 years now. My husband and I have both been searching for a deodorant/ antiperspirant that works but has no aluminum, which has been difficult to say the least. We have both recently tried the Sandalwood Bergamot Deodorant and we like it so much that we had to share it with our nephew. He loves it as well. Great product! Will definitely buy again and try the other scents in the future.
I’ve had a hard time finding a deodorant that jept the stink away. This one does really well!! I’m so glad I bought it! Thank you Yellow Bird!
Sandalwood Bergamot Deodorant
I have used YellowBird for well over a year and now my construction working husband is hooked! We both smell great all day!
This is the scent I buy for my husband and I wear the chamomile. Both are great and work for us where other natural deos have given us rashes these don’t.