The best antiperspirants for the scorching summer heat

A gif showcasing the following deodorants in front of a green background: the Degree UltraClear Black + White Antiperspirant Deodorant, the Shea Moisture Fresh Antiperspirant Deodorant, the Gillette Clear Shield, the Mitchum Women Advanced Control Antiperspirant & Deodorant Gel, the Ban Invisible Roll-on, and Dove Clinical Protection.

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Great antiperspirants block both odor and sweat. To find the most effective options, we put more than a dozen contenders through the wringer. We’re talking pickup basketball games, a desert hike in Arizona, and even a rowdy bat mitzvah. Several winners emerged, including a roll-on option that leaves skin dry nearly all day long and a gel with a pleasantly powdery scent.

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