Little Seed Farm Grapefruit Lemon Deodorant Cream

This cream deodorant uses a simple, organic-leaning formula to help manage odor without aluminum or baking soda. It comes in a reusable glass jar with a metal lid and includes a small wooden scoop for application, aligning with a low-tox, low-waste approach.

Ingredients

Tapioca (Manihot Esculenta) Powder* • Magnesium Hydroxide • Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride* • Jojoba (Simmondsia Chinensis) Oil* • Beeswax* • Glycerin** • Grapefruit (Citrus paradisi) Peel Oil • Orange (Citrus aurantium dulcis) Peel Oil* • Litsea Cubeba Fruit Oil* • Lemongrass (Cymbopogon flexuosus) Leaf Oil*
*Certified organic ingredient (brand-stated).
**Derived from sunflower oil, flaxseed oil, or coconut oil.
Contains: coconut.

Certifications

• Certified organic ingredients (brand-stated)
• Cruelty-free (brand-stated)

What I like

• EWG Analyzer rating: 1 (low hazard)
• Truly free from aluminum and baking soda, which can be especially helpful for sensitive underarms
• Uses magnesium hydroxide and tapioca powder to support odor control without blocking sweat
• Leans heavily on plant-based, organic-first ingredients with clear disclosure
• Packaged in glass rather than plastic, which aligns with a lower-waste approach
• Bright citrus scent (grapefruit, lemon, litsea) that feels fresh and uplifting if you enjoy scent

Things to keep in mind

• Cream deodorant applies differently from a stick and may take a short adjustment period
• Contains citrus and lemongrass essential oils, which can be noticeable for fragrance-sensitive skin
• On very high-sweat or high-heat days, reapplication may be needed, as with many natural deodorants

Sensitivity & Pregnancy Considerations

This formula is baking soda–free, which many people with reactive skin tolerate better. However, it does contain citrus and lemongrass essential oils, which can be sensitizing for some individuals. Patch testing is recommended, especially if you have a history of underarm irritation or apply after shaving.

Essential oils can carry trace contaminants depending on sourcing and processing. Feather & Nest prioritizes brands that emphasize ingredient transparency and purity-focused practices to help minimize impurities whenever possible.