Does Tom's of Maine deodorant have PFAS?
PFAS Authority is a scoring system, not a laboratory. We do not test products ourselves. Grades are model-based, built from published ingredients, materials, certifications, brand disclosures and third-party lab results where they exist. See the rubric.
We graded 8 Tom's of Maine deodorant products, averaging Excellent (100/100). 8 of them grade Good or better. Against the other 31 deodorant brands we grade, where the middle brand sits at 75/100, Tom's of Maine is better than typical.
Tom's of Maine deodorant worth buying Good or better, safest first
Tom's of Maine
Deodorant
mineral-based, baking soda formulation
Fragrance allergen content
Tom's of Maine offers both fragrance-free and scented variants. Scented versions use…
Baking soda skin irritation
Sodium bicarbonate can cause localized irritation, pH imbalance, or dermatitis in…
Microplastic shedding
Mineral-based stick deodorants can shed particles during application, though this is…
Lower concern from mineral-based formula with public PFAS-free positioning, though no independent third-party verification.
⚠Risky category by default
Tom's of Maine
Most-Loved Deodorant Bundle
mineral-based and plant-derived actives; stick formulation
Fragrance allergens
Tom's uses plant-derived fragrance components; while generally lower-risk than synthetic…
Skin irritation from mineral salts
Potassium alum and similar mineral actives are generally safe, but prolonged or…
Lower-concern deodorant with mineral-based formula and PFAS-free claim aligned to brand ethos, but no third-party verification found.
⚠Risky category by default
Tom's of Maine
Antiperspirant Deodorant
mineral-based active ingredients, plant-derived botanicals, no synthetic water-repellent coatings
Fragrance allergens and sensitizers
The product contains plant-derived botanical fragrances and essential oils, which can…
Skin irritation from mineral compounds
Mineral-based antiperspirants can irritate sensitive or broken skin due to the mildly…
Lower PFAS concern from mineral-based formula with MADE SAFE certification; antiperspirant category has minimal waterproof-coating risk.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
Tom's of Maine
Tom s of Maine Long Lasting Deodorant
mineral-based powder, baking soda, plant oils
Baking soda skin irritation (pH/alkalinity)
Baking soda (sodium bicarbonate) is alkaline and can cause redness, itching, or…
Fragrance allergens (essential oils)
Scented variants use plant-derived essential oils (lavender, etc.) rather than synthetic…
Lower PFAS concern; Tom's positions transparently but third-party data on this specific product is limited.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
Tom's of Maine
Back to Nature Bundle
natural cosmetic actives, mineral pigments, plant-based
Fragrance allergens and sensitizers
Tom's of Maine Back to Nature typically includes natural essential oils and fragrance…
1,4-dioxane contamination
Deodorants using certain emulsifiers or thickeners (e.g., cetyl ethoxylates) can carry…
Lower-concern cosmetics with natural positioning and third-party certifications; no known PFAS risks typical of this category.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
Tom's of Maine
Gentle Care Bundle
water-based formulations, mineral pigments, essential oils
Essential oil sensitization and irritation
Tom's Gentle Care contains essential oils (lavender, eucalyptus in variants) which are…
Microbial growth in water-based formula
Water-based deodorants require effective preservation to prevent bacterial and fungal…
Skin irritation from mineral content
Some users report mild stinging or rash from mineral deodorants, particularly if applied…
Lower concern from Tom's of Maine clean formulations carrying MADE SAFE certification, which excludes PFAS.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
Tom's of Maine
Complete Protection Deodorant
mineral-based powder stick, aluminum zirconium compound
Fragrance allergens
Tom's Complete Protection contains natural fragrances which may include essential oils or…
Lower concern; Tom's deodorant is PFAS-free certified and uses conventional mineral actives without waterproofing.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
Tom's of Maine
Wicked Deodorant
mineral-based powders, plant-derived ingredients
Fragrance allergens (essential oils and natural fragrance compounds)
The 'Wicked' variant contains essential oils and plant-derived fragrances that can…
Skin irritation from mineral salts
Potassium alum and other mineral actives can cause mild irritation, redness, or dryness…
Lower-concern deodorant with mineral-based formula and third-party PFAS commitment.
✓Verified PFAS-free by a third party
See every Tom's of Maine product we grade on the Tom's of Maine brand page, or the full deodorant ranking.