It's Monday morning and you have an important presentation to make to the big wigs upstairs. The elevator is crowded and someone has a bad case of B.O. Surely it's not ... you?

You won't get far if you're wafting eau de locker room like a nebula of nasty. We checked out the top-rated anti-perspirants and deodorants on ChickAdvisor for you:

1. Dove Ultimate Clear

Cost: $5ish

You love the variety of mild scents and the non-irritating ingredients which can even soothe a bad case of razor burn. Great wetness protection, invisible application, and strong staying power made this product the #1 fume fighter on ChickAdvisor.

We recommend: for the mildly fragrant and those with sensitive skin

2. Secret Clinical Strength

Cost: $9ish

Yellow stains and white streaks on clothing are no longer a problem, you claim. This moderately priced anti-perspirant is perfect for people with moderate wetness problems. Use it the night before for best results.

We recommend: try this first for moderate sweating. Look for coupons to make this deal even sweeter!

3. Dove Clinical Strength

Cost: $8ish

The moisturizing ingredients pamper sensitive skin and you love everything Dove stands for. Except for the slightly higher price point, you gave it perfect marks. Any questions?

We recommend: for moderate sweating combined with sensitive skin

4. Drysol

Cost: $18ish

You said this product changed your life. Excessive sweating is no longer a problem, although a quick swipe with deodorant may be needed to keep smelling sweet. Use it for a few weeks and your "little problem" will become less noticeable and you can switch to armpit maintenance a few times per week instead of daily.

We recommend: best for hyperhidrosis sufferers. Those with sensitive skin should try a sample first before making the investment, and never apply on freshly shaved skin.

5. Adidas Cotton Tech 24-hour Control

Cost: $4ish

Mixed reviews, true. But with a 60% approval rating, it's one of the few aluminum-free products on the market that you don't have to shop the organic grocery for, and that works for us. Pair your favorite scent with the matching body wash!

We recommend: best for odor protection and light sweating.

6. Tom's of Maine Natural Deodorant

Cost: $3ish

Granola girls, check out this unscented natural deodorant. While it might not pass the first-date sweat test, it'll keep you smelling sweet on any other day of the week.

We recommend: for light sweaters and the eco-conscious

7. Mehron ProFace No Sweat Skin Prep

Cost: $8ish

So, maybe it's not just your armpits that have a problem. Makeup melts on a wet face and there's no wiping that mess off gracefully in public. Do like the clowns do and apply this facial anti-perspirant under your makeup! "A miracle product", you said.

We recommend: for those important occasions when a sweaty face just won't do. Test drive it beforehand to ensure you won't have a reaction on your big day.


What do you suggest? Rate your favorite stink buster here

by Claire Rahn