Coconut & Vanilla

Our Full Review

Coconut & Vanilla is Native’s signature scent, and it’s easy to see why it became their bestseller. It’s warm, comforting, and smells like a tropical holiday - in the best possible way.

The Scent Experience

The coconut is prominent and genuine - creamy and sweet rather than synthetic suntan lotion. Vanilla adds warmth and depth, creating that “good enough to eat” quality that sweet scent lovers adore. A soft musk base grounds everything.

It’s undeniably sweet, which will be divisive. If you like gourmand fragrances and tropical scents, you’ll love this. If you prefer fresh or green scents, look elsewhere.

Performance

Native delivers solid, reliable performance:

• Daily wear: Good protection for 6-8 hours in typical conditions.
• Value: At £10 for 75g, this is more product than most competitors at a lower price.
• Application: Classic stick format feels familiar and applies smoothly.

The Baking Soda Question

Native’s classic formula contains baking soda, which is excellent for odour neutralization but can cause irritation for sensitive skin. If you’ve reacted to baking soda before, Native offers a Sensitive line without it.

For those who tolerate baking soda well, it significantly boosts odour-fighting power.

Packaging

Native offers both traditional plastic tubes and plastic-free paperboard packaging. The paperboard version feels slightly less premium but works identically. Choosing it eliminates single-use plastic from the equation.

Best For Beginners

This is an excellent first natural deodorant for several reasons:

• Familiar stick format
• Pleasant, approachable scent
• Fair price point
• Reliable performance
• Widely available

It’s low-risk exploration of the natural deodorant world.

Final Thoughts

Native Coconut & Vanilla isn’t trying to reinvent the wheel. It’s simply a well-executed, pleasantly-scented natural deodorant at a fair price. Sometimes that’s exactly what you need.