CHOOSE YOUR CASE
↓You choose your refillable outer case from our range. They’ve all been designed to look good and last, so all you have to do is select the colour
CHOOSE YOUR REFILL
↓Supersized 70g stick (to last 2-3 months if not longer) of our plant powered natural scents that will keep you fresh all day. Vegan, aluminium and paraben free our refills are hand made in England.
ACTIVE - Max Strength
Click image to select your 1 starter set refill fragrance.*
CORE - Sodium Bicarbonate Free
SENSITIVE - Gentle & Calming
PRODUCT INFO
↓Why the price?
Yep-it’s seems a bit more expensive than normal deodorant, but at approx. 16p a day on subscription, it pays for itself in a matter of weeks as it really lasts. It’s is 70g, not 40-45g like some of our competitors, as to be genuine sustainable and save packaging you need to be bigger, not smaller. It will last on average 2.5 months, a little goes a really long way. A typical spray deodorant only lasts on average 3-4 weeks. If you subscribe your refill is reduced to £12 currently instead of £17.
Remember, we have a no-quibble 30-day money back guarantee too so there is no risk trying the refillable deodorant.
Ingredients
WILD MINT & EUCALYPTUS - ACTIVE: caprylic/capric triglyceride, sodium bicarbonate, zea mays (corn) seed flour, tapioca starch, magnesium hydroxide, acetylatyed glyceryl stearate/palmitate, ozokerite, euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) wax, magnesium carbonate hydroxide, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) wax, glyceryl caprylate, stearic acid, lavandula angustifolia (lavender) herb oil, pelargonium graveolens (geranium) flower oil, eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, mentha piperita (peppermint) leaf oil, myrica cerifera (bayberry) fruit wax, linalool, citronellol, geraniol, limonene, citral.
LEMONGRASS & MYRTLE - ACTIVE: caprylic/capric triglyceride, sodium bicarbonate, zea mays (corn) seed flour, tapioca starch, magnesium hydroxide, acetylatyed glyceryl stearate/palmitate, ozokerite, euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) cera, magnesium carbonate hydroxide, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) cera, glyceryl caprylate, stearic acid, cymbopogon schoenanthus (lemongrass) leaf oil, citral, myrica cerifera (bayberry) fruit wax, myrtus communis (myrtle) leaf oil, geraniol, linalool, citronellol, limonene, eugenol
COCONUT & TONKA - ACTIVE: caprylic/capric triglyceride, sodium bicarbonate, tapioca starch, zea mays (corn) seed flour, magnesium hydroxide, acetylatyed glyceryl stearate/palmitate, ozokerite, euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) wax, magnesium carbonate hydroxide, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) wax, glyceryl caprylate, stearic acid, myrica cerifera (bayberry) fruit wax, prunus armeniaca (apricot) fruit extract, pyrus malus (apple) fruit extract, vanilla planifolia (vanilla) fruit extract, cocos nucifera (coconut) fruit extract, coffea arabica (coffee), dipteryx odorata (tonka) seed extract.
WILD MINT & EUCALYPTUS CORE: caprylic/capric triglyceride, zea mays (corn) seed flour, tapioca starch, magnesium hydroxide, acetylatyed glyceryl stearate/palmitate, ozokerite, euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) wax, magnesium carbonate hydroxide, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) wax, glyceryl caprylate, stearic acid, lavandula angustifolia (lavender) herb oil, pelargonium graveolens (geranium) flower oil, eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, mentha piperita (peppermint) leaf oil, myrica cerifera (bayberry) fruit wax, linalool, citronellol, geraniol, limonene, citral.
LEMONGRASS & MYRTLE CORE: caprylic/capric triglyceride, zea mays (corn) seed flour, tapioca starch, magnesium hydroxide, ozokerite, acetylatyed glyceryl stearate/palmitate, euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) cera, magnesium carbonate hydroxide, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) cera, glyceryl caprylate, stearic acid, cymbopogon schoenanthus (lemongrass) leaf oil, citral, myrica cerifera (bayberry) fruit wax, geraniol, myrtus communis (myrtle) leaf oil, linalool, citronellol, eugenol, limonene
COCONUT & TONKA CORE: caprylic/capric triglyceride, zea mays (corn) seed flour, tapioca starch, magnesium hydroxide, euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) wax, acetylated glyceryl stearate/palmitate, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) wax, magnesium carbonate hydroxide, glyceryl caprylate, stearic acid, myrica cerifera (bayberry) fruit wax, prunus armeniaca (apricot) fruit extract, pyrus malus (apple) fruit extract, vanilla planifolia (vanilla) fruit extract, cocos nucifera (coconut) fruit extract, coffea arabica (coffee) seed extract, dipteryx odorata (tonka) seed extract.
SENSITIVE & UNFRAGRANCED: caprylic/capric triglyceride, manihot utilissima (arrowroot) root fiber, tapioca starch, magnesium hydroxide, acetylatyed glyceryl stearate/palmitate, ozokerite, euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) wax, magnesium carbonate hydroxide, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) wax, glyceryl caprylate, stearic acid, myrica cerifera (bayberry) fruit wax, brassica oleracea italica (broccoli) seed oil, salvia hispanica (chia) seed oil.
How to use
Use once a day, apply to both armpits. We would suggest you glide it lightly up and down no more than 4 times, a little goes a long way. People as a rule tend to try and use too much, remember less can be more!
Will it work?
Yes, this has been 3 years in the formulation and you will be getting rendition 89 !! You only have to look at the reviews that are mounting up.
The 2 Kirstie’s ( one with a Y and one with an IE) who have formulated this have never spent so long on one single product (and they have made a lot of products!) There has been no rushing, no stone left unturned as it is pretty dammed evident if a deodorant doesn’t work, there is no hiding. Their remit was the holy grail- a natural deodorant that works, isn’t hard to glide on, that could work on sweaty sports people but also crazy sensitive skins, that refilled and could last out of a pack and that did good for the planet and other people.
PROVERB always has a no quibble 30-day guarantee so if you’re not happy with it for any reason just tell us and we will refund it for you, no questions asked. Problem solved.
Delivery
FREE STANDARD UK Shipping: FREE on orders over £20. 2–3-day service with Yodel/Hermes on orders up to 5kg.
STANDARD UK Shipping: £1.95. We offer a 2–3-day service with Yodel/Hermes on orders up to 5kg.
PREMIUM UK Next Day: £3.95. Delivery the following working day for orders placed before 2pm on the previous working day (UK only). On orders up to 25kg.
US/CANADA/SWITZERLAND/NORWAY/ICELAND: FREE on orders over £100. Below that 0-2kg is £15 and 2-5kg is £35.00. Standard Delivery Option Only - Usually 6-10 working days. Allow up to 21 working days for delivery. Customer is responsible of any duties.
INTERNATIONAL/INCLUDING EU: £45. Standard Delivery Only - Usually 10-15 working days. Allow up to 21 working days for delivery. Unfortunately due to Brexit and the complexity this has created we are not responsible for import duties on delivery
Sustainability
LESS SINGLE USE PLASTIC -
The core of this concept - natural ingredients only. Refills are wrapped in special protective paper that then goes back into normal paper recycling or your compost heap. Each time you refill reduce you save a full deodorant can or plastic outer from being landfill or ocean-bound. That is a significant impact when on average people by 10-12 deodorants a year, starting from their early teens.
MAKING IT MORE NAKED -
After your first-order, you can opt-out of the recyclable paper box your refill comes in so it arrives ‘naked’ in just it's paper. For 15 years, we have tried to pave the way in vegan, sustainable beauty products. The job is never done, we are always improving every element of our sourcing, production, and supply chain.
DOING GOOD -
Proverb is proud to be a WaterAid partner. When we crowdfunded the initial deodorant concept in 2019 they were amazing, they supported us despite being a young, unknown brand allowing their logo to be on pack - that normally only happens to big brands. We are committed to at minimum giving them 10% a year of our annual profits. Proverb was created to improve the health of our customers, the planet, and other people. Our Proverb Hand Sanitiser donates 'one for one' and there will be much more to come from us to help protect the oceans and reduce single-use plastic waste.
CHOOSE YOUR PLAN
Subscribe for conveniently delivered, cheaper refills. You can skip a shipment, change fragrance or cancel at any time. You are in total control.
HOW IT WORKS
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Choose your case colour - they've all been designed to look good and last so all you have to do is select your favourite colour.
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Choose your strength - active, core or sensitive. Our 3 levels of strength and skin sensitivity including baking soda free options.
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Choose your fragrance - formulated with natural ingredients only, nothing harmful. Aluminium-free, vegan friendly deodorant, hand-made in England.
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Smell amazing all day long - while you help reduce landfill and ocean-bound waste with our compostable paper wrapped refills.
'IT KEEPS WORKING'
NO MATTER HOW ACTIVE YOU ARE
HOW IT WORKS
- Choose your case colour - they've all been designed to look good and last so all you have to do is select your favourite colour.
- Choose your strength - active, core or sensitive. Our 3 levels of strength and skin sensitivity including baking soda free options.
- Choose your fragrance - formulated with natural ingredients only, nothing harmful. Aluminium-free, vegan friendly deodorant, hand-made in England.
- Smell amazing all day long - while you help reduce landfill and ocean-bound waste with our compostable paper wrapped refills.
It Works
100’s 5 * reviews agree ‘it worked all day long at home, work, and the gym’. Super-sized 70g refills with scents that last all day long.
Natural & Vegan
Handmade in England with no aluminium, aerosol gases, petroleum or parabens. Natural and organic ingredients only.
Eco-Friendly
Buy once, reuse for life. 100% recyclable refill packaging that can go straight into the paper stream, or compost pile and not the plastic heaps.
Long Lasting
A little goes along way, each refill lasting on average 3 months, 3x the life of an aerosol. Conveniently delivered to your door when you need it.
It Works
100’s 5 * reviews agree ‘it worked all day long at home, work, and the gym’. Super-sized 70g refills with scents that last all day long.
Natural & Vegan
Handmade in England with no aluminium, aerosol gases, petroleum or parabens. Natural and organic ingredients only.
Eco-Friendly
Buy once, reuse for life. 100% recyclable refill packaging that can go straight into the paper stream, or compost pile and not the plastic heaps.
Long Lasting
A little goes along way, each refill lasting on average 3 months, 3x the life of an aerosol. Conveniently delivered to your door when you need it.
INGREDIENT LISTS YOU UNDERSTAND
Armpits - they are a sensitive area of skin and you apply deodorant there daily, if not more. It’s worth knowing what you are putting on them, as well as knowing that it is made by people that have spent their life in skincare.
3 Strength & Sensitivity Levels
Proverb understands skin. One natural deodorant formula does not fit all. Years of skin care expertise have lead to our 3 different levels of Refillable Deodorant. Level 1) ACTIVE = our formula designed for a busy life or changing from a regular deodorant/antiperspirant. These have a yellow active sticker and are the most powerful. Level 2) CORE = all of our fragranced active options without baking soda ( sodium biocarbonate), for those who have allergies to it, people who don't really struggle with BO and for teen armpits and first time deodorant users. Level 3) SENSITIVE = for super sensitive armpits. No baking soda and a gentler base formula to care for delicate skin. Full INIC ingredient lists are listed in the FAQ Product Formulation below and on the deodorant product pages.
Chia & Broccoli Seed Oil
To help support delicate, easily irritated skins. Chia, the richest plant source of omega 3 is a powerful anti-inflammatory while Broccoli seed oil has a highly impressive omega fatty acid and vitamin C content to deeply moisturise.
Candelilla, Carnauba & Bayberry Wax
Plant-based waxes, vegan alternatives to beeswax - to create the deodorant stick. They also help soften the skin and make it glide on easily. Bayberry wax is an aromatic green vegetable wax. It is removed from the surface of the fruit, from the bayberry shrub - smelling beautiful (a bit like a forest) and is part of your wax stick structure.
Tapioca Starch
Crucial to helping you feel dry. From the root of the Cassava plant.
Cornflour & Arrowroot
A kitchen staple but also a natural, safe alternative to absorbing the moisture that gets trapped on the skin. Cornflour is used in all our core range of deodorants but not the sensitive ones where we use Arrowroot instead. Both help ensure you stay dry all day long.
Natural Deodorising Complex
Our unique combination of natural deodorisers that are delivering serious efficacy. We never made this comparing it to other Natural deodorants. Our aim was for it to compete with the likes of Sure and Mitchum. Do we use Baking Soda? 2 of our 5 deodorants have a small % - the Active deodorants, not the others. You are used to it in your cakes, scones and cookies but it also it kicks ass in fighting and neutralising body odour. Some people can be sensitive to it, hence our deodorant options without it.
OUR 100% NATURAL FRAGRANCES
Kickstart your morning routine with your favourite or switch it up to suit your day ahead.
Wild Mint & Eucalyptus
Invigorating & Cooling
Lemongrass & Mrytle
Fresh & Engergising
Coconut & Tonka
Gentle & Calming
Sensitive & Unfragranced
Extra gentle formula & scentless
Rosemary & Sandalwood
Woody & Evergreen
Blood Orange & Black Pepper
Spicy & Uplifting
Wild Mint & Eucalyptus
Invigorating & Cooling
Lemongrass & Mrytle
Fresh & Engergising
Coconut & Tonka
Gentle & Calming
Sensitive & Unfragranced
Extra gentle formula & scentless
Rosemary & Sandalwood
Woody & Evergreen
Blood Orange & Black Pepper
Spicy & Uplifting
THE MISSION
Proverb means 'statements of truth'. No patronising marketing tones here just clear, honest answers and a brand on a mission to positively impact your health, the planet and change the way the beauty industry uses packaging. Full FAQ’s are in the dropdown menu if you need to know more.
Product Formulation
Will it work?
Yes, this has been 3 years in the making for the perfect formulation and you will be getting rendition 89!! Plus, we have a no quibble 30-day guarantee so if you’re not happy with it, for any reason just tell us and we will refund it for you, no questions asked.
Is it unisex?
Yes. The deodorant works on all armpits
What is natural deodorant?
Proverb deodorant is made only with ingredients derived from nature. We approach our formulas like we would a Nutribullet smoothie, if you wouldn’t want it in you we won’t put it on you.
What are the full INIC lists?
SENSITIVE & UNFRAGRANCED
caprylic/capric triglyceride, manihot utilissima (arrowroot) root fiber, tapioca starch, magnesium hydroxide, acetylatyed glyceryl stearate/palmitate, ozokerite, euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) wax, magnesium carbonate hydroxide, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) wax, glyceryl caprylate, stearic acid, myrica cerifera (bayberry) fruit wax, brassica oleracea italica (broccoli) seed oil, salvia hispanica (chia) seed oil.
WILD MINT & EUCALYPTUS - ACTIVE caprylic/capric triglyceride, sodium bicarbonate, zea mays (corn) seed flour, tapioca starch, magnesium hydroxide, acetylatyed glyceryl stearate/palmitate, ozokerite, euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) wax, magnesium carbonate hydroxide, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) wax, glyceryl caprylate, stearic acid, lavandula angustifolia (lavender) herb oil, pelargonium graveolens (geranium) flower oil, eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, mentha piperita (peppermint) leaf oil, myrica cerifera (bayberry) fruit wax, linalool, citronellol, geraniol, limonene, citral.
COCONUT & TONKA - ACTIVE caprylic/capric triglyceride, sodium bicarbonate, tapioca starch, zea mays (corn) seed flour, magnesium hydroxide, acetylatyed glyceryl stearate/palmitate, ozokerite, euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) wax, magnesium carbonate hydroxide, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) wax, glyceryl caprylate, stearic acid, myrica cerifera (bayberry) fruit wax, prunus armeniaca (apricot) fruit extract, pyrus malus (apple) fruit extract, vanilla planifolia (vanilla) fruit extract, cocos nucifera (coconut) fruit extract, coffea arabica (coffee), dipteryx odorata (tonka) seed extract.
WILD MINT & EUCALYPTUS- CORE caprylic/capric triglyceride, zea mays (corn) seed flour, tapioca starch, magnesium hydroxide, acetylatyed glyceryl stearate/palmitate, ozokerite, euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) wax, magnesium carbonate hydroxide, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) wax, glyceryl caprylate, stearic acid, lavandula angustifolia (lavender) herb oil, pelargonium graveolens (geranium) flower oil, eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, mentha piperita (peppermint) leaf oil, myrica cerifera (bayberry) fruit wax, linalool, citronellol, geraniol, limonene, citral.
COCONUT & TONKA- CORE caprylic/capric triglyceride, zea mays (corn) seed flour, tapioca starch, magnesium hydroxide, euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) wax, acetylated glyceryl stearate/palmitate, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) wax, magnesium carbonate hydroxide, glyceryl caprylate, stearic acid, myrica cerifera (bayberry) fruit wax, prunus armeniaca (apricot) fruit extract, pyrus malus (apple) fruit extract, vanilla planifolia (vanilla) fruit extract, cocos nucifera (coconut) fruit extract, coffea arabica (coffee) seed extract, dipteryx odorata (tonka) seed extract.
LEMONGRASS & MYRTLE CORE: caprylic/capric triglyceride, zea mays (corn) seed flour, tapioca starch, magnesium hydroxide, ozokerite, acetylatyed glyceryl stearate/palmitate, euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) cera, magnesium carbonate hydroxide, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) cera, glyceryl caprylate, stearic acid, cymbopogon schoenanthus (lemongrass) leaf oil, citral, myrica cerifera (bayberry) fruit wax, geraniol, myrtus communis (myrtle) leaf oil, linalool, citronellol, eugenol, limonene
LEMONGRASS & MYRTLE - ACTIVE: caprylic/capric triglyceride, sodium bicarbonate, zea mays (corn) seed flour, tapioca starch, magnesium hydroxide, acetylatyed glyceryl stearate/palmitate, ozokerite, euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) cera, magnesium carbonate hydroxide, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) cera, glyceryl caprylate, stearic acid, cymbopogon schoenanthus (lemongrass) leaf oil, citral, myrica cerifera (bayberry) fruit wax, myrtus communis (myrtle) leaf oil, geraniol, linalool, citronellol, limonene, eugenol
What do you not put in the deodorant?
No Aluminium, No aerosol gases/propellants, No Petroleum, Propylene Glycol or PEGs, No Artificial Fragrance, No Parabens or synthetic preservatives, No Tricolsan, No Phalates, No Alcohol, No GM modified ingredients.
Why does Proverb not use aluminium?
Aluminium is used to plug the sweat glands in your armpits and block them - it does this very successfully. However, the problem with this is, there has been many medical discussions about Aluminium having potentially harmful risks on your health - especially as it is being sprayed into a lymph node filled armpit. We don’t think it is worth the risk!
Will it work during sport?
Yes, we formulated it to do just that, and the years’ worth of beta testing reviews we have had back confirm this. If you do, do a lot of sport we would always suggest wearing the ACTIVE Proverb Deodorants as these have been formulated to deliver the most body odour impact.
Product Packaging
How should I dispose of the paper wrap and sticker the refill is in?
The paper wrap and sticker can both go straight into your normal paper recycling stream or compost pile. The wrap is 100% plastic-free. The sticker adhesive and paper is biodegradable & made from sugar cane, hemp, and linen.
How do I fill my case & change my refill?
We have a quick video to show you ‘how to start and use your deodorant for the first time and how to refill’.
Watch how to refill video here.
How do I clean my outer reusable case?
Your case can be washed and is also dishwasher safe.
Subscription & Payment
How much do you save on subscription?
Proverb subscription service offers you a saving of 20% ongoing off the full product RRP with the added benefit of never running out.
Can I opt out at any time?
Yes, you have full control. You can pause, skip or cancel it at any time.
Once you have set up your subscription you will be able to access your online account. Click on ‘Manage Subscriptions’ and you can alter the subscription in any way you need to.
Can I subscribe to different products & flavours?
Absolutely, you can subscribe to as many product types / flavours as you need and again, can add or subtract from the products you subscribe to at any time.
What forms of payment do you accept?
We accept all types of major credit and debit cards and Paypal. After payment, you will receive a delivery tracking link for your order.
Shipping & Returns
Do you have a no quibble refund and returns policy?
We have this on all Proverb products, deodorant included. If you’re not happy with it for any reason, just return it for a full refund within 30 days. Problem solved.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be returned to the shipping address below. Please email returns@proverbskin.com to let us know the reason for your return to see if we can help solve the issue to avoid needless shipping. We are always looking for feedback and ways we can improve but ultimately if the product is not for you then we will refund with no quibbles.
Where do you ship?
Worldwide is the short answer.
In the UK we predominantly use Yodel for our standard and FREE 2-3 day service or DPD Local for our Premium Next Day service, who with their predictive 1-hour delivery slot and easy to use consumer app have a 99% success rate on delivering first time.
We use a range of couriers including the Royal Mail and Hermes we do offer worldwide delivery and the cost and expected timings are below.
How much does delivery cost?
FREE STANDARD UK Shipping: FREE on orders over £20. 2–3-day service with Yodel/Hermes on orders up to 5kg.
STANDARD UK Shipping: £1.95. We offer a 2–3-day service with Yodel/Hermes on orders up to 5kg.
PREMIUM UK Next Day: £3.95. Delivery the following working day for orders placed before 2pm on the previous working day (UK only). On orders up to 25kg.
US/CANADA/SWITZERLAND/NORWAY/ICELAND: FREE on orders over £100. Below that 0-2kg is £15 and 2-5kg is £35.00. Standard Delivery Option Only - Usually 6-10 working days. Allow up to 21 working days for delivery. Customer is responsible of any duties.
INTERNATIONAL/INCLUDING EU: £45. Standard Delivery Only - Usually 10-15 working days. Allow up to 21 working days for delivery. Unfortunately due to Brexit and the complexity this has created we are not responsible for import duties on delivery
See full list of FAQ for more details or email us hello@proverbskin.com with any specific shipping questions.
Our Mission
Does Proverb support any charities?
We are committed to giving them 10% a year of our annual profits to projects we believe in which so far have included WATERAID, Hygiene Bank and Plastic Bank. Our Hand Sanitiser donates 'one for one' via The Hygiene Bank to children in child poverty in the UK. Proverb was created to improve the health of our customers, the planet and people we will never meet but need our help.
Where is the deodorant made?
In Cambridge, England. It is then housed in our beautiful barn in Melbourne, Derbyshire, as this is literally ‘stick a pin in the middle of the UK’ so it can be distributed far and wide.
Do you make any other products?
Yes, Proverb has a full skincare range formulated to the same GET OUT WHAT YOU PUT IN elite sports nutrition ethos.
THE MISSION
Proverb means 'statements of truth'. No patronising marketing tones here just clear, honest answers and a brand on a mission to positively impact your health, the planet and change the way the beauty industry uses packaging. Full FAQ’s are in the dropdown menu if you need to know more.
Product Formulation
Will it work?
Yes, this has been 3 years in the making for the perfect formulation and you will be getting rendition 89!! Plus, we have a no quibble 30-day guarantee so if you’re not happy with it, for any reason just tell us and we will refund it for you, no questions asked.
Is it unisex?
Yes. The deodorant works on all armpits
What is natural deodorant?
Proverb deodorant is made only with ingredients derived from nature. We approach our formulas like we would a Nutribullet smoothie, if you wouldn’t want it in you we won’t put it on you.
What are the full INIC lists?
SENSITIVE & UNFRAGRANCED
caprylic/capric triglyceride, manihot utilissima (arrowroot) root fiber, tapioca starch, magnesium hydroxide, acetylatyed glyceryl stearate/palmitate, ozokerite, euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) wax, magnesium carbonate hydroxide, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) wax, glyceryl caprylate, stearic acid, myrica cerifera (bayberry) fruit wax, brassica oleracea italica (broccoli) seed oil, salvia hispanica (chia) seed oil.
WILD MINT & EUCALYPTUS - ACTIVE caprylic/capric triglyceride, sodium bicarbonate, zea mays (corn) seed flour, tapioca starch, magnesium hydroxide, acetylatyed glyceryl stearate/palmitate, ozokerite, euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) wax, magnesium carbonate hydroxide, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) wax, glyceryl caprylate, stearic acid, lavandula angustifolia (lavender) herb oil, pelargonium graveolens (geranium) flower oil, eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, mentha piperita (peppermint) leaf oil, myrica cerifera (bayberry) fruit wax, linalool, citronellol, geraniol, limonene, citral.
COCONUT & TONKA - ACTIVE caprylic/capric triglyceride, sodium bicarbonate, tapioca starch, zea mays (corn) seed flour, magnesium hydroxide, acetylatyed glyceryl stearate/palmitate, ozokerite, euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) wax, magnesium carbonate hydroxide, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) wax, glyceryl caprylate, stearic acid, myrica cerifera (bayberry) fruit wax, prunus armeniaca (apricot) fruit extract, pyrus malus (apple) fruit extract, vanilla planifolia (vanilla) fruit extract, cocos nucifera (coconut) fruit extract, coffea arabica (coffee), dipteryx odorata (tonka) seed extract.
WILD MINT & EUCALYPTUS- CORE caprylic/capric triglyceride, zea mays (corn) seed flour, tapioca starch, magnesium hydroxide, acetylatyed glyceryl stearate/palmitate, ozokerite, euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) wax, magnesium carbonate hydroxide, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) wax, glyceryl caprylate, stearic acid, lavandula angustifolia (lavender) herb oil, pelargonium graveolens (geranium) flower oil, eucalyptus globulus leaf oil, mentha piperita (peppermint) leaf oil, myrica cerifera (bayberry) fruit wax, linalool, citronellol, geraniol, limonene, citral.
COCONUT & TONKA- CORE caprylic/capric triglyceride, zea mays (corn) seed flour, tapioca starch, magnesium hydroxide, euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) wax, acetylated glyceryl stearate/palmitate, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) wax, magnesium carbonate hydroxide, glyceryl caprylate, stearic acid, myrica cerifera (bayberry) fruit wax, prunus armeniaca (apricot) fruit extract, pyrus malus (apple) fruit extract, vanilla planifolia (vanilla) fruit extract, cocos nucifera (coconut) fruit extract, coffea arabica (coffee) seed extract, dipteryx odorata (tonka) seed extract.
LEMONGRASS & MYRTLE CORE: caprylic/capric triglyceride, zea mays (corn) seed flour, tapioca starch, magnesium hydroxide, ozokerite, acetylatyed glyceryl stearate/palmitate, euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) cera, magnesium carbonate hydroxide, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) cera, glyceryl caprylate, stearic acid, cymbopogon schoenanthus (lemongrass) leaf oil, citral, myrica cerifera (bayberry) fruit wax, geraniol, myrtus communis (myrtle) leaf oil, linalool, citronellol, eugenol, limonene
LEMONGRASS & MYRTLE - ACTIVE: caprylic/capric triglyceride, sodium bicarbonate, zea mays (corn) seed flour, tapioca starch, magnesium hydroxide, acetylatyed glyceryl stearate/palmitate, ozokerite, euphorbia cerifera (candelilla) cera, magnesium carbonate hydroxide, copernicia cerifera (carnauba) cera, glyceryl caprylate, stearic acid, cymbopogon schoenanthus (lemongrass) leaf oil, citral, myrica cerifera (bayberry) fruit wax, myrtus communis (myrtle) leaf oil, geraniol, linalool, citronellol, limonene, eugenol
What do you not put in the deodorant?
No Aluminium, No aerosol gases/propellants, No Petroleum, Propylene Glycol or PEGs, No Artificial Fragrance, No Parabens or synthetic preservatives, No Tricolsan, No Phalates, No Alcohol, No GM modified ingredients.
Why does Proverb not use aluminium?
Aluminium is used to plug the sweat glands in your armpits and block them - it does this very successfully. However, the problem with this is, there has been many medical discussions about Aluminium having potentially harmful risks on your health - especially as it is being sprayed into a lymph node filled armpit. We don’t think it is worth the risk!
Will it work during sport?
Yes, we formulated it to do just that, and the years’ worth of beta testing reviews we have had back confirm this. If you do, do a lot of sport we would always suggest wearing the ACTIVE Proverb Deodorants as these have been formulated to deliver the most body odour impact.
Product Packaging
How should I dispose of the paper wrap and sticker the refill is in?
The paper wrap and sticker can both go straight into your normal paper recycling stream or compost pile. The wrap is 100% plastic-free. The sticker adhesive and paper is biodegradable & made from sugar cane, hemp, and linen.
How do I fill my case & change my refill?
We have a quick video to show you ‘how to start and use your deodorant for the first time and how to refill’.
Watch how to refill video here.
How do I clean my outer reusable case?
Your case can be washed and is also dishwasher safe.
Subscription & Payment
How much do you save on subscription?
Proverb subscription service offers you a saving of 20% ongoing off the full product RRP with the added benefit of never running out.
Can I opt out at any time?
Yes, you have full control. You can pause, skip or cancel it at any time.
Once you have set up your subscription you will be able to access your online account. Click on ‘Manage Subscriptions’ and you can alter the subscription in any way you need to.
Can I subscribe to different products & flavours?
Absolutely, you can subscribe to as many product types / flavours as you need and again, can add or subtract from the products you subscribe to at any time.
What forms of payment do you accept?
We accept all types of major credit and debit cards and Paypal. After payment, you will receive a delivery tracking link for your order.
Shipping & Returns
Do you have a no quibble refund and returns policy?
We have this on all Proverb products, deodorant included. If you’re not happy with it for any reason, just return it for a full refund within 30 days. Problem solved.
To be eligible for a return, your item must be returned to the shipping address below. Please email returns@proverbskin.com to let us know the reason for your return to see if we can help solve the issue to avoid needless shipping. We are always looking for feedback and ways we can improve but ultimately if the product is not for you then we will refund with no quibbles.
Where do you ship?
Worldwide is the short answer.
In the UK we predominantly use Yodel for our standard and FREE 2-3 day service or DPD Local for our Premium Next Day service, who with their predictive 1-hour delivery slot and easy to use consumer app have a 99% success rate on delivering first time.
We use a range of couriers including the Royal Mail and Hermes we do offer worldwide delivery and the cost and expected timings are below.
How much does delivery cost?
FREE STANDARD UK Shipping: FREE on orders over £20. 2–3-day service with Yodel/Hermes on orders up to 5kg.
STANDARD UK Shipping: £1.95. We offer a 2–3-day service with Yodel/Hermes on orders up to 5kg.
PREMIUM UK Next Day: £3.95. Delivery the following working day for orders placed before 2pm on the previous working day (UK only). On orders up to 25kg.
US/CANADA/SWITZERLAND/NORWAY/ICELAND: FREE on orders over £100. Below that 0-2kg is £15 and 2-5kg is £35.00. Standard Delivery Option Only - Usually 6-10 working days. Allow up to 21 working days for delivery. Customer is responsible of any duties.
INTERNATIONAL/INCLUDING EU: £45. Standard Delivery Only - Usually 10-15 working days. Allow up to 21 working days for delivery. Unfortunately due to Brexit and the complexity this has created we are not responsible for import duties on delivery
See full list of FAQ for more details or email us hello@proverbskin.com with any specific shipping questions.
Our Mission
Does Proverb support any charities?
We are committed to giving them 10% a year of our annual profits to projects we believe in which so far have included WATERAID, Hygiene Bank and Plastic Bank. Our Hand Sanitiser donates 'one for one' via The Hygiene Bank to children in child poverty in the UK. Proverb was created to improve the health of our customers, the planet and people we will never meet but need our help.
Where is the deodorant made?
In Cambridge, England. It is then housed in our beautiful barn in Melbourne, Derbyshire, as this is literally ‘stick a pin in the middle of the UK’ so it can be distributed far and wide.
Do you make any other products?
Yes, Proverb has a full skincare range formulated to the same GET OUT WHAT YOU PUT IN elite sports nutrition ethos.
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