Deodorant is a crucial part of your daily beauty routine, although it's often overlooked in favor of more glamorous steps, such as hairstyling products, body lotion, and makeup. But it's time for deodorant to have its well-deserved moment in the spotlight!

For years, there were only a handful of deodorants available, primarily at drugstores. (And they all smelled like baby powder!) Today, however, there are so many great options to choose from, ranging from all-natural deodorants made without aluminum or baking soda to ultra-strength sweat blockers that keep you dry for days.

Navigating the deodorant aisle at your favorite store can be confusing and overwhelming at first, especially if you've never worn deodorant before — that's why we've tapped the experts to know exactly what to look for in a deodorant and answer your most pressing questions about deodorants for teens.

Caren Campbell, MD, board-certified dermatologist in San Francisco

Mona Gohara, MD, board-certified dermatologist in Connecticut and associate clinical professor at the Yale School of Medicine Department of Dermatology

Dr. Campbell suggests that younger tweens and teens who haven't yet gone through puberty and aren't experiencing body odor or excessive sweating may start with a deodorant rather than an antiperspirant. “Once puberty has occurred and sweat and odor become more of an issue, consider an antiperspirant or combination of antiperspirant and deodorant,” she adds.