Best Natural Deodorant for Winter: How Wild Keeps Me Fresh Through the Festive Season

By Isabelle Hutfield

If you’re looking for a natural deodorant that holds up, here’s why Wild’s refillable, plastic-free formula has become a favourite of mine throughout the festive season.

Surprisingly, winter has a funny way of testing your deodorant. Between the thick wool jumpers, packed trains, festive parties and the exciting (yet eventful) months leading up to the new year, staying fresh can feel like a bigger task than it did in summer.

If you’ve switched to natural deodorant recently, you’ll know that some products are too gentle, fading by lunchtime, whereas others feel too harsh when the skin is already dry and sensitive from cold weather.

Why it works so well:

●      Reliable freshness all day with 24-hour odour protection

●      Naturally vegan, powered by plants

●      No waste with plastic-free, compostable refills

How Wild keeps me confident through winter, no matter my plans

Personally, Wild deodorant has become such a staple in my winter routine. And even better? It’s sleek, lightweight design means it fits perfectly in that new clutch I’m planning to wear on my next spontaneous festive gathering.

Clean, refillable, kind to my skin and planet. It's the eco-friendly essential I rely on when life gets busier, coats get heavier, and my calendar gets fuller.

The Wild stick deodorant quietly keeps up with all of it.

I love that this deodorant keeps any odour away all day, without relying on harsh ingredients or overpowering synthetic scents. It feels refreshing to let my skin breathe, with no irritation or sting, and it’s gentle enough to use every day.

And yes, it genuinely lasts. It’s held up for me through long winter days and overheated indoor spaces, without needing a reapply.

It’s one less thing to think about, which feels like a small comfort at this time of year.

Clean ingredients, gentle on skin

Along with the variety of aesthetic cases to choose from, what really keeps me coming back to this product is how well it aligns with my own values in the world of beauty. These days, I’m drawn to products that are cruelty-free, vegan and transparent about its ingredients and sourcing, taking a more purposeful approach.

There is no excess – simply a well-made product that does what it says, which I especially appreciate during colder weather when my skin needs a little more care. Also, the brand's mission to move away from throwaway bathroom products feels super refreshing in an era where overconsumption is a major issue.

For all my sensitive skin people reading, Wild’s clean deodorant formula is free from aluminium, parabens, sulphates and synthetic fragrances. So, instead of trying to cover odour, it uses natural ingredients like tapioca starch and magnesium to absorb moisture and keep your underarms feeling fresh for hours.

It’s worth saying that Wild is a deodorant, not an antiperspirant. So, you're all good if you still sweat a little, since there'll be no smell, irritation or blocked pores.

What makes Wild a sustainable deodorant?

One of the reasons this item fits so seamlessly into my routine is down to its refill system. The sleek applicator is reusable and made from durable aluminium and recycled plastic, so it feels solid and well made, not flimsy or disposable.

The refills themselves are completely plastic-free and made from compostable paper, so it’s one of those small, everyday swaps that reduces waste without adding extra effort.

Simply a treat for a more meaningful approach to everyday self-care, and one that makes those daily pampering moments feel even better.

How I use Wild in my winter self-care routine

Here’s how I start my morning right. To use it as part of my clean beauty routine, I simply swipe under my arms a couple of times, ideally after a soothing shower. It glides on beautifully and I never have to worry about any residue transferring.

My go-to scent this season has to be Fresh Cotton and Sea Salt, which boasts a clean, airy freshness with soft coastal notes that feel comforting, calm and effortlessly wearable all day.

It’s ideal for these frostier months.

For me, this product is everything I look for in a natural deodorant and its compact format makes it easy to take with me on the go – great for this season’s festive parties.

If you’ve been considering making the switch, Wild’s refillable deodorant is the one I can confidently rely on to always keep me fresh.