O, my odiferous summers. I'm not ashamed to say that when the Fahrenheit hits the big numbers, I stink. A deep, rotund funk, not unlike overcooked espresso, sneaks from my pits even if I've spent the day on the couch, my only exertions spent clicking from Date My Mom [1] to West Wing [2] reruns. In trying to steer clear of sinister sticks and sprays – the Dry Ideas, [3] the Spices Old [4] and new [5] – all of which contain aluminum compounds that could cause breast cancer [6] or Alzheimer's [7]. I've tried a number of deodorants, including those crazy crystals, [8] but their repellant properties lasted well under acceptable durations. Some of the more environment-friendly brands, frankly, just didn't work. Ever since I've gone organic [8], I'd been unable to find a deodorant that actually deodorizes, one that doesn't make me smell even worse, or like I spend my days bottling patchouli oil at a nonprofit ashram. Luckily, after a long search, I've found a terrific pit de-stinker: Alba Botanica's Clear Enzyme [9] with tea tree oil.

Alba's Clear Enzyme doesn't have much of a discernable scent – unlike the sandalwood and ocean breeze flavors that too many deodorants advertise. Without getting too oenophilic, the bouquet is astringent, a wee bit citric, but not at all prominent. And while it's not technically an antiperspirant, the Alba stick contains baking soda, which helps keep the area in question somewhat moisture free, and – just like in your fridge – it also absorbs odors. And the tea tree oil and peppermint oils have antibacterial properties – meaning they make living in your pits the pits for B.O. bacteria. The Alba lasts a full day, doesn't smell like cannabis, and is free of (allegedly) killer ingredients. Smells like a winner to me.

Alba Botanica's Clear Enzyme Deodorant with Tea Tree Oil

Cost: $5.95

Where to Buy: Most organic drugstores, or Alba Botanica [10]