A topical deodorant composition comprising unrefined Shea butter, sodium bicarbonate, cornstarch, cocoa butter, coconut oil, lavender oil, Clary sage oil, benzoin gum tincture and vitamin E. The topical deodorant composition controls body odor and improves the moisture, texture and appearance of the skin. To prepare the topical deodorant composition, unrefined Shea butter, cocoa butter, coconut oil and vitamin E are mixed over hot water at 100.degree. F.-120.degree. F. Cornstarch and sodium bicarbonate are added over hot water at 100.degree. F.-120.degree. F. Subsequently, lavender oil, Clary sage oil and benzoin gum tincture are added. The mixture is removed from heat, cooled to 75.degree. F. and distributed via a glass jar, solid stick or squeezable tube.