Axe Apollo Body Wash
Standard body wash with lower PFAS concern. No disclosure needed.
Axe Apollo is a rinse-off cosmetic with typical soap and water base, not a product category commonly treated with PFAS. No public PFAS claims or certifications available.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
aqueous gel with surfactants, fragrance, preservatives
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Axe Apollo Body Wash is made of, ingredients and materials
Axe Apollo Body Wash is an aqueous gel formulation containing surfactants (cleaning agents), fragrance compounds, and preservative systems. Body washes in this category rely on surfactants to remove oils and dirt, and preservatives to prevent bacterial or fungal growth during storage and use. The fragrance component is the primary source of potential irritation or sensitization risk in this product class.
What’s concerning
Category baseline
The starting point for this type of product, before anything specific to this product is counted.
No PFAS disclosure
No public statement from the brand about PFAS in this product.
Fragrance allergens and sensitizers
Body wash fragrances typically contain multiple undisclosed fragrance compounds (limonene, linalool, eugenol, or others) that can trigger contact dermatitis or respiratory irritation in sensitive individuals. Axe Apollo's fragrance profile is not itemized on packaging.
Skin irritation from surfactant concentration
Body washes rely on high surfactant levels to lather and clean; some users with sensitive skin or eczema may experience dryness or irritation with frequent use. This is a formulation-class concern rather than a contamination hazard.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
1,4-dioxane contamination
No specific test results or recalls documenting 1,4-dioxane in Axe Apollo. This contaminant can form in surfactant manufacturing; regulatory agencies monitor it, but presence is not confirmed for this product.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
No established record of formaldehyde or formaldehyde-releasing agents in Axe Apollo formulations. Modern body washes typically use alternative preservative systems (phenoxyethanol, methylchloroisothiazolinone), but ingredient lists are not publicly detailed by the brand.
Source, ATSDR ↗Heavy metals
No documented recalls or test results showing heavy metal contamination in Axe Apollo. Rinse-off products carry lower bioaccumulation risk than leave-on cosmetics, and mainstream brands are subject to cosmetic safety regulations in major markets.
Source, FDA ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Axe (owned by Unilever) does not publicly disclose detailed ingredient sourcing or third-party safety certifications for most personal care lines. The brand has no documented major safety recalls or regulatory actions specific to body wash products. Unilever maintains general compliance with cosmetic regulations but does not volunteer ingredient transparency beyond legal labels in most markets.
How it compares in its category
Body wash products are generally lower-hazard than leave-on cosmetics because they are rinsed off immediately. Axe Apollo sits in the mass-market mainstream segment; it lacks certifications like EWG Verified or natural/organic claims that some alternatives carry. Fragrance-heavy formulations like this are more likely to contain multiple fragrance allergens than unscented or hypoallergenic variants.
If you buy it
Store in a cool, dry place away from direct sunlight to preserve preservative efficacy. Discontinue use if skin irritation or itching develops, particularly around sensitive areas like face or underarms. Because it is a rinse-off product, exposure is brief; ensure thorough rinsing to minimize residue on skin. Do not ingest; keep away from eyes.
What is not known about PFAS in this product?
- Basis
- Model estimate, 72% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Axe has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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