Me dumb male, me never use deodorant or perfume before (shower everyday tho). What brand or products should me do to smell good but in a low key way? Or just how to get start on the smell good journey in general. For reference, I live in a hot and humid place and I sweat quite a bit. Thanks you!
Male care and hygiene is one area I don't skimp (and I am mega-fucking-cheap). In general, I've found the Dr. Squatch deodorant and hair care to be exceptional. You can also use powders in lieu of deodorant which can be cheap and pleasant to the nose.
For smell in general: find a decent cologne or tea tree balm to smell yourself up with. Find something that's pleasant and natural smelling in medium to light doses. Try not to give off a scent that is stark or overpowering. I try to imagine that I'm trying to enhance what's already there versus covering myself up. If that makes sense.
Also I tend to stay away from lotions, and anything with parabens.