There are some beauty products you don’t realise you use on autopilot until you find one that makes you genuinely excited to reach for it. Deodorant probably isn’t the first product that springs to mind, but Salt of the Earth’s latest launch might just change that.
Meet Aloe & Lime, the newest scent from the natural deodorant brand, combining aloe vera with zesty citrus lime for a bright, fresh fragrance that feels incredibly clean without being overpowering. It’s the kind of scent that works equally well first thing in the morning, after a workout or as a little midday refresh and, importantly, it feels completely unisex. Think freshly showered, but with a zingy citrus lift.
And while the scent was what initially caught our attention, we love that there is substance behind it too. Made with 100% natural-origin ingredients, the range comes in refillable roll-on and spray formats, so you can choose whichever works best for your routine. It’s also Vegan Society approved, Cruelty Free International and COSMOS Natural certified, another reason it feels like a natural fit for the H&H beauty shelf.
But does a natural deodorant actually hold up when life gets sweaty?
We decided to put it to the ultimate H&H test. From long runs and dance classes to chasing children, busy days and, yes, the kind of nerves that can have you sweating before you’ve even left the house, we wanted to know what really makes us sweat, and whether Aloe & Lime could keep up.
Sadie, “I want my deodorant to work as hard as I do”
I run mainly for my head rather than anything else. Getting outside for a long run is one of my favourite ways to clear my mind, reset and shake off the stresses of the day. As a mum of two boys, I don’t always get huge amounts of uninterrupted time to myself, so when I do run, I want to be able to properly switch off.
That also means I need a deodorant I can rely on. There is nothing worse than getting halfway through a long run and becoming very aware of your deodorant or, worse, realising it hasn’t quite kept up.
I’ve been really impressed with Aloe & Lime. The first thing I noticed was the scent. It is so fresh and invigorating, but without that artificial, overly sweet quality that some scented deodorants can have. The lime gives it that lovely zing, while the aloe keeps it feeling softer and cleaner.
I actually find the fragrance quite energising. It’s a little burst of freshness when you apply it, which is particularly welcome before heading out for a run. And I love that it feels completely unisex, my husband has been constantly stealing it too.
For me, natural deodorant is important, but it still has to perform. After putting Aloe & Lime through some proper running miles, I’m very happy to have it in my bathroom cabinet.
Lou, “It smells like stepping out of the shower, without competing with your perfume”
My biggest daily cause of sweat? My five-year-old. Anyone with an active child will understand. One minute you’re getting everyone ready, the next you’re running after them, carrying something, trying to get out of the door on time or generally being kept on your toes. My days are rarely sedentary.
I’ve been using the Aloe & Lime roll-on day to day and I absolutely love it. Aloe is one of my favourite scents and this has that gorgeous freshly-showered feeling I love, almost like you’ve just used a really good peppermint body wash, but without the fragrance being so strong that it takes over.
That’s probably my favourite thing about it. It smells amazing, but it doesn’t fight with my perfume. Instead, it gives you that lovely clean, fresh feeling underneath it. The lime makes it feel particularly refreshing and invigorating, too. It’s one of those scents that makes you want to keep smelling your own arm! I also really like having the spray as an option. The roll-on is perfect for everyday use, but I’ve found myself reaching for the spray for a midday top-up, particularly on busy days when I’ve been running around. A quick spritz and you feel instantly fresher. For something as everyday as deodorant, the scent really does make a difference. Aloe & Lime has quickly become one of those products I actually look forward to using.
Sassy, “The lime is seriously refreshing”
My version of getting sweaty usually involves dancing. Having been a professional ballet dancer, movement has always been a huge part of my life. These days I’m dancing because I love it, but between dance classes, workouts, events and generally being on the go, I’m still pretty active. So, I put Aloe & Lime through its paces during some of my busiest days.
What immediately stood out to me was the lime. It has that really lovely, crisp freshness that makes you feel instantly more awake. It’s fresh without being sharp, and it doesn’t have that heavy fragrance you sometimes get with deodorants. I also think it’s a really good unisex scent. There is nothing particularly feminine about it, which I love, it’s clean, citrusy and incredibly easy to wear. After a workout or dance class, that freshness is exactly what I want. It doesn’t feel like you’re trying to cover everything up with a strong fragrance. Instead, it gives you that clean, refreshed feeling. And let’s be honest, if something can keep up with a dancer, it’s doing pretty well.
Bella, “For me, the ultimate test is nerves”
Everyone has their own particular sweat trigger. For me, it’s flying. I’m a nervous flyer and, however many times I tell myself I’m going to be completely calm this time, my body doesn’t always get the memo. The nerves kick in, the palms get sweaty and suddenly I’m very aware of everything. This is where I really appreciated Aloe & Lime.
The scent is so fresh and uplifting that it feels almost like a little reset when you’re feeling anxious. It’s not overpowering or perfumey; it’s clean, zesty and refreshing, which is exactly what I want when I’m already feeling a little overwhelmed. I also love that it’s something I can pop into my bag and use when I need it. There is something reassuring about having a deodorant you know you can reach for when nerves get the better of you.
And the scent? Honestly, the whole team has been obsessed with it.
The H&H verdict
We’ve all discovered that our reasons for sweating are very different; running, dancing, chasing children, busy days and pre-flight nerves, but there was one thing we unanimously agreed on: Aloe & Lime smells incredible.
It’s fresh, uplifting and invigorating without being overpowering, with that lovely combination of soft aloe and zesty lime that makes you feel instantly cleaner and fresher. Most importantly, it feels like a fragrance that everyone can enjoy, making it a genuinely brilliant unisex option.
We’re also big fans of the fact that you can choose between a refillable roll-on for everyday use and a refillable spray for those moments when you want a quick refresh – not only does it reduce plastic packaging by 70% but it also saves money!
So, what makes us sweat? Quite a lot, as it turns out.
But Aloe & Lime has passed the H&H test and has earned a very firm spot on our beauty shelves.
