Make Waves Reviews 5,587

TrustScore 5 out of 5

4.8

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Review summary

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Reviewers overwhelmingly had a great experience with this company. Customers consistently praise the product for its effectiveness, noting that it keeps them fresh and dry all day without irritation or residue. Many appreciate the quality of the product and its components, highlighting the clever design of the cases and the ease of refilling. The subscription service is also frequently mentioned as convenient and efficient, ensuring a continuous supply of the product. However, some customers experienced issues with the product's effectiveness, stating that it did not prevent sweat or odor for them, and in some cases, caused skin reactions. A few reviewers also expressed dissatisfaction with the packaging upon delivery, describing it as flimsy or unpresentable. Additionally, a small number of users found the product left waxy residues on their skin or clothing.

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Reviews shaping this summary

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Make Waves deodorant is amazing!! I wanted a natural deodorant that actual works, is kind to your skin and the environment. I've tried a few and they either leave you sweaty and smelling of BO or... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I was one of the unlucky ones who suffered burns under my arms from a faulty batch of Mitchum. They were cracked and bleeding and I couldn’t use any deodorant for weeks. I was actually scared to start... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I no longer use or subscribe to KinKind (difficulties with the dispenser quality) or Wild (deodorant not antiperspirant). But Make Waves fulfills all my needs. Easy use dispenser, easy change refill... See more

Rated 5 out of 5 stars

I thought I would try Making Waves, and have been using for over a month, I use the antiperspirant and find no sticky residue and it lasts for ages, I have just needed to refill, which is really easy... See more


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  1. Cosmetics Store

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We create design-led products with a purpose that challenge behaviours around sustainability. Sustainability isn’t a handful of people living perfectly. It’s millions of us doing it imperfectly every day. Every swap to a more positive choice makes a difference. That means making more positive choices accessible by offering innovative swaps to new products that support a fulfilled life - made as sustainably as we can and always working hard to improve by listening to you, our community. Sustainability shouldn’t be an exclusive club, it should be inclusive, which is why we have made both natural and antiperspirant deodorants.


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4.8

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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Really lovely product

Really lovely product. I used to use Mitchum but wanted something more sustainable. I’ve tried other brands including Wild and Fussy but none of them worked for me. Make waves works really well. No sweat and no smell. Even convinced my Mum to give them a go and she loves it too! Nice choice of scents and love the different colour cases. Delivery is always super quick too :)

April 29, 2026
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Rated 2 out of 5 stars

Making waves unperfumed antiperspirant…

Making waves unperfumed antiperspirant is lovely to use and feels comfortable all day. But as I am switching to more summery clothes I am noticing it leaves an almost oily residue around arm holes and discoloured patches on pale tops. I am so upset as I thought I had found a perfect product! I have already purchased refills, so a complete waste of money!

April 29, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Have been using this for a few months…

Have been using this for a few months now and absolutely love it. Cannot imagine ever going back to a spray can from the supermarket. The applicator is lovely and perfect for your handbag if out and about. Would definitely recommend it.

April 29, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Great product!

Absolutely love this product. Can go to the gym, run, be out and about all day and not worry about sweating.

April 29, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Brilliant Product!!

Have been using this antiperspirant now for quite a while. It keeps me fresh and smells divine! I’ve done 2 tropical holidays now in very humid countries and it’s brilliant! Also customer service is excellent. One of my chosen capsules was out of stock and I received an email out of the blue letting me know and to pic a new one or wait ok the parcel. Most companies wouldn’t even notice!! Have my daughter using it now too!! Awesome x

April 29, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

NO BO, even after prolonged exercise!

I have really enjoyed the benefits of using this product. Not only is it effective day to day, I've found that when i workout and get really sweaty, there is no BO smell afterward, whereas before it was really noticeable. I assume this is due to the lack of chemicals present?

The scents are great too! Even better that is is a home grown product.

April 29, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Changing to natural to make a difference

After my sister had breast cancer, we made a conscious effort for both ourselves to move away from traditional antiperspirants and deodorants to avoid anything that wasn't natural. I originally tried Wilds natural deodorant and while it was sensitive and didn't aggravate my skin I realised that for myself and being in peri-menopause a deodorant just wasn't cutting it. I did lots of research and that is when I came across Wave. Not only is it sensitive on my skin causing no reactions it has done the job it said it would.
I have been using it for over a year and I can honestly say I no longer worry about sweat stains on clothes or that I may be giving off a bad body odour. It is long wearing throughout the day and also the antiperspirant it's self is also long lasting as a little goes along way.
I have also had the added benefit of knowing I'm reducing the amount of chemicals my body comes into contact with and also being more sustainable in my approach to the environment.
I would say for anyone who is looking for a natural antiperspirant I would definitely give it a go. The only trouble you may have is choosing the scent for you as there are plenty of amazing smells to choose from.

April 29, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Love this product- I was apprehensive…

Love this product- I was apprehensive at trying a natural product as I was actually concerned that it would fail and I would end up smelling- so much that I did make my friends and family smell my armpits for a while until they got fed up with me asking because the product was actually working- I now trust completely and will not use anything else. The subscription is timed perfectly and makes life easier- 1 thing I no longer have to think or worry about:-)

April 29, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Life saver

This deodorant is literally a life saver. Never found anything that works for me until last year. Just ordered my refills again. Customer for life!

April 28, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Works well

Works well, easy to use. Got unscented so cannot comment on the great scents but they all look fab.
Not sure why there's concern about packaging as it's there to serve a function and then recycle.

April 28, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Make Waves Antiperspirant is fabulous

Make Waves Antiperspirant is fabulous. All of the scents are incredible and keep you smelling fresh all day. It's easy to order, good value for money and feels lovely on. I'll never use anything else. Thanks Make Waves. A brilliant product.

April 28, 2026
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Rated 4 out of 5 stars

Gentle and effective - very happy!

I have previously used another natural deodorant company (one that, I might add I'm happy with) but sometimes an antiperspirant is what's needed and I'm glad I found Make Waves for this - it's gentle, doesn't leave too many white marks (it's not perfect in this respect), and importantly, it works! Nice scents too!

April 28, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fabulous product and case

Makes waves is a fabulous natural deodorant, the case is easy to use and refill quickly with no faffing. The scents are great, the only one I wasn’t sure on was the rhubarb one for some reason it didn’t sit well on me. It protects all day long, no sweat or smell even after a run.

April 28, 2026
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Rated 5 out of 5 stars

Fast delivery

Fast delivery! Am trying to reduce single use plastics so i like the refillable cartridges. Lovely smell, works all day, all good so far.

April 28, 2026
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