What did people use before the invention of the first functional deodorant?

by xarenian
Searocksandtrees

Hi OP. As this question stands, it could be interpreted to be asking about every culture that ever existed anywhere.... which would fall afoul of this sub's example-seeking rule. Could you clarify whom you are interested in, eg culture/location/country, time period, etc? That information would greatly assist anyone considering answering here. Thanks.