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Sensitive Natural Deodorant | Bicarb Free – Citrus Charm – Earth Essence

FINALIST
Best Sensitive Natural Deodorant 2026

$14.95

A gentle, magnesium-based deodorant for sensitive skin with organic unrefined shea butter and virgin coconut oil. Provides creamy, long-lasting odour protection without aluminium or synthetic fragrance. Scented with bergamot and mandarin pure essential oils. Handcrafted in Australia in a reusable inert aluminium tin.

Formulated with excellent clean ingredients, including some organic ingredients. Palm oil free. Cruelty free.
Earth Essence formulates and manufactures all products in Australia, ensuring transparency, quality control and compliance with Australian regulatory standards. The brand uses cruelty-free formulations, with no animal testing and ingredients sourced from reputable suppliers who do not test finished cosmetic products on animals. Ingredient selection prioritises whole, recognisable components such as unrefined shea butter, mango butter, jojoba oil and beeswax, using organic where possible. Supplier relationships emphasise documentation, traceability and responsible sourcing. Products are produced in small batches to maintain quality and oversight.
Earth Essence formulates products with plant-based, biodegradable ingredients such as cold-pressed plant oils and unrefined butters and uses minimalist ingredient lists. Products are manufactured in small batches within Australia to minimise waste and reduce long-haul freight. Concentrated, anhydrous and multi-use products are designed to reduce water use and support mindful consumption. Packaging prioritises recyclable materials, including aluminium tins, kraft paper tubes and glass jars and shipping uses reused cardboard boxes and biodegradable satchels to minimise material use.
Earth Essence supports sensitive-skin communities by creating gentle, minimal formulations suitable for sensitive skin, children and those experiencing skin conditions and by sharing educational, transparent content to empower informed choices. The brand engages directly with customers at local markets, building relationships and supporting community-based commerce. All products are designed and manufactured in Australia, supporting local suppliers and small-scale production networks and contributing to the local economy through markets and small-business collaboration.

Product Reviews by Experts


The formulation is great, it’s really nicely subtle and not too strong a scent. The tin is easy to use and compact enough to carry in your handbag. It also lasts well, and once the product softens slightly between your fingers, it’s easy to apply too. I love that there’s a focus on keeping things simple and intentional, from using recognisable, plant based ingredients and avoiding unnecessary additives, through to small batch manufacturing that helps reduce waste and maintain quality. I also love that everything is made in Australia, which supports local suppliers and allows for a high level of transparency and oversight throughout the process. Beyond the products themselves, it’s lovely to see such a strong emphasis on honesty and education, with clear communication about ingredients and a genuine effort to help customers make informed, confident choices, especially for sensitive skin and family use. Overall, it feels like a brand that is guided by care, integrity, and a long term view of wellbeing rather than trends or fast growth.


I so appreciate non-toxic products for myself and my family. Earth & Essence Citrus Charm Natural Deodorant for sensitive skin has a really lovely subtle and fresh scent. I’ve tested it on hot gardening days – it works and it feels nourishing on my skin. The ingredient list is minimalist and the core ingredients organic and locally sourced which I love. The founder of Earth & Essence experienced the impact of toxic products, so deeply understands the importance of natural self-care options – great for people with sensitive skin, but better for everyone. From one mum-owned ethical business owner to another, I appreciate the love and care it takes to create something new and pour your heart into it. I think it is fabulous that this product is handmade in small batches, and that even things like the exact source of the beeswax is known.

Sensitive Natural Deodorant | Bicarb Free – Citrus Charm – Earth Essence
$14.95
Review The formulation is great, it’s really nicely subtle and not too strong a scent. The tin is easy to use and compact enough to carry in your handbag. It also lasts well, and once the product softens slightly between your fingers, it’s easy to apply too. I love that there’s a focus on keeping things simple and intentional, from using recognisable, plant based ingredients and avoiding unnecessary additives, through to small batch manufacturing that helps reduce waste and maintain quality. I also love that everything is made in Australia, which supports local suppliers and allows for a high level of transparency and oversight throughout the process. Beyond the products themselves, it’s lovely to see such a strong emphasis on honesty and education, with clear communication about ingredients and a genuine effort to help customers make informed, confident choices, especially for sensitive skin and family use. Overall, it feels like a brand that is guided by care, integrity, and a long term view of wellbeing rather than trends or fast growth.

–Jordie Pie

Review I so appreciate non-toxic products for myself and my family. Earth & Essence Citrus Charm Natural Deodorant for sensitive skin has a really lovely subtle and fresh scent. I’ve tested it on hot gardening days – it works and it feels nourishing on my skin. The ingredient list is minimalist and the core ingredients organic and locally sourced which I love. The founder of Earth & Essence experienced the impact of toxic products, so deeply understands the importance of natural self-care options – great for people with sensitive skin, but better for everyone. From one mum-owned ethical business owner to another, I appreciate the love and care it takes to create something new and pour your heart into it. I think it is fabulous that this product is handmade in small batches, and that even things like the exact source of the beeswax is known.

–Morag Gamble

A gentle, magnesium-based deodorant for sensitive skin with organic unrefined shea butter and virgin coconut oil. Provides creamy, long-lasting odour protection without aluminium or synthetic fragrance. Scented with bergamot and mandarin pure essential oils. Handcrafted in Australia in a reusable inert aluminium tin.
$14.95
Review The formulation is great, it’s really nicely subtle and not too strong a scent. The tin is easy to use and compact enough to carry in your handbag. It also lasts well, and once the product softens slightly between your fingers, it’s easy to apply too. I love that there’s a focus on keeping things simple and intentional, from using recognisable, plant based ingredients and avoiding unnecessary additives, through to small batch manufacturing that helps reduce waste and maintain quality. I also love that everything is made in Australia, which supports local suppliers and allows for a high level of transparency and oversight throughout the process. Beyond the products themselves, it’s lovely to see such a strong emphasis on honesty and education, with clear communication about ingredients and a genuine effort to help customers make informed, confident choices, especially for sensitive skin and family use. Overall, it feels like a brand that is guided by care, integrity, and a long term view of wellbeing rather than trends or fast growth.

–Jordie Pie

Review I so appreciate non-toxic products for myself and my family. Earth & Essence Citrus Charm Natural Deodorant for sensitive skin has a really lovely subtle and fresh scent. I’ve tested it on hot gardening days – it works and it feels nourishing on my skin. The ingredient list is minimalist and the core ingredients organic and locally sourced which I love. The founder of Earth & Essence experienced the impact of toxic products, so deeply understands the importance of natural self-care options – great for people with sensitive skin, but better for everyone. From one mum-owned ethical business owner to another, I appreciate the love and care it takes to create something new and pour your heart into it. I think it is fabulous that this product is handmade in small batches, and that even things like the exact source of the beeswax is known.

–Morag Gamble

A gentle, magnesium-based deodorant for sensitive skin with organic unrefined shea butter and virgin coconut oil. Provides creamy, long-lasting odour protection without aluminium or synthetic fragrance. Scented with bergamot and mandarin pure essential oils. Handcrafted in Australia in a reusable inert aluminium tin.
Review The formulation is great, it’s really nicely subtle and not too strong a scent. The tin is easy to use and compact enough to carry in your handbag. It also lasts well, and once the product softens slightly between your fingers, it’s easy to apply too. I love that there’s a focus on keeping things simple and intentional, from using recognisable, plant based ingredients and avoiding unnecessary additives, through to small batch manufacturing that helps reduce waste and maintain quality. I also love that everything is made in Australia, which supports local suppliers and allows for a high level of transparency and oversight throughout the process. Beyond the products themselves, it’s lovely to see such a strong emphasis on honesty and education, with clear communication about ingredients and a genuine effort to help customers make informed, confident choices, especially for sensitive skin and family use. Overall, it feels like a brand that is guided by care, integrity, and a long term view of wellbeing rather than trends or fast growth.

–Jordie Pie

Review I so appreciate non-toxic products for myself and my family. Earth & Essence Citrus Charm Natural Deodorant for sensitive skin has a really lovely subtle and fresh scent. I’ve tested it on hot gardening days – it works and it feels nourishing on my skin. The ingredient list is minimalist and the core ingredients organic and locally sourced which I love. The founder of Earth & Essence experienced the impact of toxic products, so deeply understands the importance of natural self-care options – great for people with sensitive skin, but better for everyone. From one mum-owned ethical business owner to another, I appreciate the love and care it takes to create something new and pour your heart into it. I think it is fabulous that this product is handmade in small batches, and that even things like the exact source of the beeswax is known.

–Morag Gamble

Sensitive Natural Deodorant | Bicarb Free – Citrus Charm – Earth Essence
A gentle, magnesium-based deodorant for sensitive skin with organic unrefined shea butter and virgin coconut oil. Provides creamy, long-lasting odour protection without aluminium or synthetic fragrance. Scented with bergamot and mandarin pure essential oils. Handcrafted in Australia in a reusable inert aluminium tin.
Review The formulation is great, it’s really nicely subtle and not too strong a scent. The tin is easy to use and compact enough to carry in your handbag. It also lasts well, and once the product softens slightly between your fingers, it’s easy to apply too. I love that there’s a focus on keeping things simple and intentional, from using recognisable, plant based ingredients and avoiding unnecessary additives, through to small batch manufacturing that helps reduce waste and maintain quality. I also love that everything is made in Australia, which supports local suppliers and allows for a high level of transparency and oversight throughout the process. Beyond the products themselves, it’s lovely to see such a strong emphasis on honesty and education, with clear communication about ingredients and a genuine effort to help customers make informed, confident choices, especially for sensitive skin and family use. Overall, it feels like a brand that is guided by care, integrity, and a long term view of wellbeing rather than trends or fast growth.

–Jordie Pie

Review I so appreciate non-toxic products for myself and my family. Earth & Essence Citrus Charm Natural Deodorant for sensitive skin has a really lovely subtle and fresh scent. I’ve tested it on hot gardening days – it works and it feels nourishing on my skin. The ingredient list is minimalist and the core ingredients organic and locally sourced which I love. The founder of Earth & Essence experienced the impact of toxic products, so deeply understands the importance of natural self-care options – great for people with sensitive skin, but better for everyone. From one mum-owned ethical business owner to another, I appreciate the love and care it takes to create something new and pour your heart into it. I think it is fabulous that this product is handmade in small batches, and that even things like the exact source of the beeswax is known.

–Morag Gamble

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