I wanted to update you with a little review today on Agent Nateur's h o l i (s t i c k) N3 + ( aime ) probiotic deodorants. In my effort to switch to cleaner products, I purchased both of these deodorants during the AN Black Friday sale last year. Having never dabbled into the natural/aluminum free deodorant world before, I knew starting with Agent was a great choice. They have impeccable skincare and body products that use the best ingredients and are luxuriously clean and safe. I also adore Jena Covello (founder + creator). She's innovative + intuitive when it comes to formulations and ingredients. You can find my thoughts on their holi(trinity) skincare line here + what else I purchased from the Black Friday sale here.
Agent Nateur offers five different deodorants: the original known as holi(stick) N3, rose-scented holi(rose), uni(sex), holi(stick) sensitive + (aime) probiotic deodorant. I purchased the original holi(stick) N3 + the (aime) probiotic deodorant.
The original holi(stick) N3 is the first product ever created and launched by Agent. It's an all-natural, aluminum free formula containing oils to help prevent odor.
The (aime) probiotic deodorant was created in collaboration with the French skincare company, aime. It's also aluminum free and formulated with probiotic bacteria to prevent odors + keep your skin's natural bacteria in balance. I also loved that the scent was inspired by the South of France and the French Riviera with neroli, jasmine and citrus notes.
WHAT DO I THINK?
SCENTS
I really like both of the scents. The N3 has a fresh, slightly herbal tone. I pick up the eucalyptus and lavender notes but it's also very vibrant and fresh. It isn't overpowering or too strong. The (aime) is very unique too. I can't quite put my finger on it but it reminds me of something I've smelled before-- you can definitely pick up on the citrus but it's blended in well with the floral notes. It's a very interesting, unique smell but also familiar. Not too overpowering either which I appreciate.
APPLICATION
The formulas both apply nicely-- if you use too much at once, it can crumble and flake up a bit but it blends in easily. The packaging is also gorgeous--the container is sturdy, very sleek + simple. I've already used up all of my N3 so my only comment is I'm going through it faster than my previous deodorants. I apply a little bit more than the recommended 2-3 swipes (a habit since those early days of sweating!) but with the instructed use, one should last you three months.
EXPERIENCE
I've been testing them out for close to three months now and have been impressed with the results. You always hear interesting and sometimes mixed reviews when it comes to aluminum free/all-natural deodorants. I have a very active lifestyle at my job so I was a little skeptical with how things were going to go. In the very beginning (I would say first few weeks), I did notice a lot more perspiration than I had previously when using my regular deodorant. It might be worth mentioning that the deodorant I used previously was a clinical deodorant which is designed to prevent sweating so I never really did before. I could also noticeably smell the deodorant at the same time. Sometimes it's hard to smell yourself (lol), so I was a little concerned that with the sweating, I might also be stinky. I was assured by others that I didn't stink so I think it's safe to say the deodorant did an effective job at preventing any bad odors! On days when I was running around and feeling a little extra sweaty, I also occasionally reapplied in the afternoons. I would say I only did this 3-4 times in total.
Over the last month or so, I haven't noticed much or really any perspiration or noticeable scents coming off anymore. It's possible I could just be less aware of it now, but I really feel that it's more from being an adaptive process. I've always heard your body has to "detox" when switching from aluminum to non-aluminum due to the build up of metal + toxins in your system. I'm not entirely sure if this is 100% scientifically proven, but I definitely notice a difference now versus when I first started using. With hardly any sweating at all now and no visible odors, it seems to be working great.
Overall, I am very happy with my results and would recommend trying. I plan to keep repurchasing-- I trust and respect Jena and her products so I don't really have a desire to try anything else! I'm also excited to test some of the other scents soon too-- I think next I'm going to purchase uni(sex) and the sensitive formula. If you're looking to try one out, I would start with holi(stick) N3 first. I think the scent is the most universal + it also comes in both travel-size and the jumbo/regular size.
Have you tried Agent before?
