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!
I'm obsessed with Fragonard as far as scents go. I've been daily driving Concerto for years. It is an "eau de toilette" which means it's subtle unless someone gets up close. I get compliments all the time from friends and family. The bergamot oil is my favorite aspect. You can get a gift set to try out 5 scents here.
To apply, I just do a spray on one or both wrists or one spray directly on my neck. You don't want to rub it in.
Price-wise, it's highish but definitely far cheaper than any designer bullshit.
I was honestly using shampoo and very little soap on my body for years and nobody ever noticed a bad smell provided I showered daily and washed between my butt cheeks. I also use antiperspirant.
But recently I started using Sun Basin Soap which gives all profits to improve birth and motherhood mortality in Sierra Leone. It's good stuff at a decent price (cheaper on subscription).
For antiperspirant, I've never had a bad reaction. So I just use standard stuff, leaning towards sticks and unscented/neutral. Things I've tried and liked: Dove Unscented, Dove Men+Care. For something ultra cheap, Arm and Hammer ultramax unscented is good.