While we love sharing our top beauty buys in fun-to-shop-for categories like lipstick and perfume, we're also very much here for the practical wedding-planning content, which is why, today, we're taking you through the best antiperspirants for brides! A good antiperspirant or deodorant is an essential part of your getting-ready routine any day of the week, but on your wedding day, it needs to work ten times harder - it's a long day, with a lot of dancing, after all!
A wedding antiperspirant or deodorant needs to be super reliable, aluminium-free (aluminium reacts with sweat to create yellow stains on white clothing), and, of course, you need to be happy with its performance and scent, so it's a good idea to test drive it before your wedding, on a night out, or at your hen party, for example! Oh, and don't forget to let your antiperspirant or deodorant dry fully before putting on your wedding dress.
The Best Antiperspirants for Brides
1. Dove Invisible Dry Antiperspirant Deodorant Stick
Dove Invisible Dry Anti-perspirant Cream Stick has been tested on 100s of colours and proven not to leave any marks. Developed with 1/4 moisturising cream but 0% alcohol, the antiperspirant deodorant stick is gentle with the skin but powerful against sweating for 48 hours.
Why we like it: It does what it says on the tin, from white to black it leaves no nasty marks.
Where to find: €3.99 at Boots and pharmacies nationwide
2. Sure Women Advanced Protection Ultra Fresh Antiperspirant Deodorant
For those who prefer underarm care and control in a spray, Sure's Advanced Protection Ultimate Fresh is a best buy. Preventing sweating and odour for 72 hours, it's recommended for working out and in hotter weather. Hopefully, you'll have only the latter on your wedding day and not the former!
Why we like it: This is our favourite gym spritz, if it withstands Reformer pilates it will last on your wedding day.
Where to find: €5.20 at McCabes Pharmacy and pharmacies nationwide
3. Nivea Black & White Max Protect Antiperspirant Deodorant
Nivea was the first brand out of the traps with this "no white marks" technology. This new Max Protect version promises no yellow staining of white fabrics too, and it gives 48 hours of protection from sweat and odour. There's a roll-on version too, and the same option for guys in spray and roll-on.
Why we like it: The perfect hen party and honeymoon antiperspirant, no yellow staining is paramount for a parade of white outfits.
Where to find: €4.99 at Nivea.ie and pharmacies nationwide
4. Mitchum Invisible Women Clear Fresh Antiperspirant
Mitchum antiperspirant roll-on and spray antiperspirants are some of the best on the market for both guys and girls. Some have gentle fragrances like Powder or Shower Fresh, but none are overpowering or easily identifiable. But their anti-sweat action is strong and will withstand nerves, getting married in a heatwave, and a night on the dance floor.
Why we like it: The gentle fragrances of this antiperspirant won't interfere with your wedding day perfume.
Where to find: €4.49 at Boots and pharmacies nationwide
5. Vichy 24 Hour Intensive Aluminium-Free Deodorant
One for sensitive skin types, Vichy's deodorant has been formulated without fragrance, alcohol, or aluminium salts. The difference between a deodorant and an antiperspirant is that the former conceals odour, while the latter blocks it from forming. A deodorant like this caters for sensitive skin that's triggered by the elements Vichy has left out. This stick is also suitable for helping to prevent chafing on your big day between the thighs and underboobs.
Why we like it: Suitable for even the most sensitive skin or razor burn situations, it will not sting.
Where to find: €10 at Meagher's Pharmacy and pharmacies nationwide
6. Triple Dry Anti-Perspirant Deodorant Spray Fresh Fragrance
Back to the combination of deodorant and antiperspirant formulas with Triple Dry, one of the biggest on the US market. Designed to last 72 hours, it was created for heavy perspiration that can occur with working out, anxiety, and more. There are options for men and women, and, using this, you won't break into a sweat from day until night.
Why we like it: This has serious strength against wedding day jitters or intense heat.
Where to find: €6.99 at Boots and pharmacies nationwide
7. NUXE Body Long-Lasting Deodorant
From the Nuxe Body range is this delicately-scented deodorant with natural alum and silver powders to stop sweat in its tracks. The entire line co-ordinates beautifully with notes of coconut, orange blossom, and almond extracts. It's suitable for delicate and freshly-shaven skin - this is very chic underarm care.
Why we like it: For those who like more natural body care, this fits the bill, and smells delicious too.
Where to find: €10 at beautybuys.com
8. Clarins Gentle Care Roll-On Deodorant
Clarins' gentle solution for sweating is both antiperspirant and deodorant, plus it's alcohol-free. Delicately scented, it's enriched with witch hazel, buchu leaf, and rosemary extracts to help regulate the production of sweat. It's perfect for everyday use and on just-shaven skin, and it's suitable for even the most sensitive skin.
Why we like it: Clarins' natural extracts make this antiperspirant effective yet kind to the skin. It's small too, so can easily be packed in your bridal bag.
Where to find: €22 at clarins.ie and department stores nationwide
9. Modern Botany Modern Deodorant
Sustainable, 100% natural, and made in West Cork, Modern Botany's deodorant has an essential oil blend that helps regulate and control sweat for 24 hours. Unisex, it has a pleasant scent and it's free from harmful chemicals. It's good for sensitive skin too and can be sprayed on the pulse points during the day for a clean, fresh aroma.
Why we like it: If you are a fan of Irish and sustainable beauty, this is as pure as you can get.
Where to find: €25 at modernbotany.com
10. Faith In Nature Aloe Vera & Chamomile Deodorant
A vegan and cruelty-free deodorant, Faith In Nature's sweat-controlling liquid conditions the skin while you wear it. Chamomile, Aloe Vera, and a plethora of natural ingredients help to fight odour and keep you smelling fresh all day. Aluminium and alcohol-free, it comes in a handy roll-on format.
Why we like it: This roll-on beats sweat but hydrates the underarm skin in one, great for dry skin.
Where to find: €5.35 at evergreen.ie
11. Mitchum Shower Fresh Anti-Perspirant
A roll-on antiperspirant and deodorant, Mitchum for Women is gently scented in a few different 'skin-fresh' aromas. Fast-drying and powerful in stopping sweat, it's perfect for a wedding day or any day, and it will leave you feeling dry for hours. Available from pharmacies and grocery stores nationwide.
Why we like it: The scents are so fresh and the roll-on keeps us feeling that way all day.
Where to find: €3.99 in Boots and pharmacies nationwide
12. Vichy 72-Hour Stress Resist Anti-Perspirant
Free from parabens and alcohol, Vichy's antiperspirant and deodorant is perfect for anyone who is prone to overheating. It has a mineral-rich formula that absorbs excess sweat and a complex that regulates body heat in stressful situations.
Why we like it: This is our summer go-to for very hot days and holidays. It's a lifesaver for stressful wedding mornings too!
Where to find: €11.95 from Look Fantastic
Top Tips For Staying Cool & Calm On Your Big Day
- Start your day with water or herbal tea rather than anything caffeinated
- Store your skincare and body care in the fridge overnight so it feels cool on the skin
- Keep a tin of refrigerated Thermal Water to hand to reduce overheating during the day
- Pack a mini deodorant in your bag for top-ups if needed
- Blotting papers work on oil and sweat, so keep these in your bag too
- Setting spray will lock down your makeup look for longer
Need a checklist of all the essentials you need to pack in your wedding overnight bag? Click here!
