Ban Deodorant Invisible Solid
Low-medium risk. Standard deodorant formula with no known PFAS triggers.
Ban Invisible Solid contains wax and talc without waterproofing or stain-resistant coatings that typically contain PFAS. No public PFAS information or independent testing exists.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
stearic acid, talc, wax base
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Ban Deodorant Invisible Solid is made of, ingredients and materials
Ban Invisible Solid is a wax-based stick deodorant built on stearic acid (a fatty acid emollient), talc (moisture-absorbing mineral), and wax binders. This formulation is typical for antiperspirant-free deodorants and is chemically stable at room temperature, meaning no volatile off-gassing or thermal degradation during normal use. Stearic acid and wax do not leach into skin under standard application.
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
Ban lists 'fragrance' as a proprietary blend without ingredient breakdown. Common deodorant fragrances (synthetic musks, cinnamaldehyde) can trigger contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals. No specific fragrance scandal or widespread complaints tied to this product are on record.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Talc (asbestos contamination risk)
No recalls or positive asbestos tests reported for Ban Invisible Solid. Talc sourcing and testing practices are not publicly disclosed by the brand, so third-party verification is unavailable. Industry-wide talc is regulated but not systematically tested by manufacturers for consumer deodorants.
Heavy metals
No FDA or independent testing has flagged lead, cadmium, or arsenic in Ban Invisible Solid. Talc and wax bases are low-risk for metal accumulation, but cosmetic colorants are not routinely disclosed or tested by the brand.
Source, FDA ↗Formaldehyde / VOCs
Solid stick deodorants rely on low water content and wax/stearic acid stability, reducing preservative need. No formaldehyde or DMDM hydantoin are listed in available product information for this formula.
Source, ATSDR ↗1,4-dioxane (manufacturing byproduct in ethoxylated ingredients)
Ban Invisible Solid does not list ethoxylated surfactants or emulsifiers (e.g., polysorbates), so 1,4-dioxane contamination is unlikely. No third-party testing of this product for dioxane is publicly available.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Henkel (Ban's parent company) does not publish detailed fragrance or talc sourcing transparency on this product's label or website. Ban has no documented recalls for this specific product in FDA or CPSC databases. The brand has not made public commitments to talc testing or heavy-metal screening in cosmetics, which is routine for some competitors but not mandatory.
How it compares in its category
Solid stick deodorants using talc are industry standard and present lower concern regarding inhalation risk compared to aerosol sprays, or lower dermal irritation concern compared to gel formulas. Products with certified talc (asbestos-free) or talc-free alternatives exist but cost more. Ban's formula sits in the conventional, unspecialized middle of the market with no unusual additives.
If you buy it
Store in a cool, dry place to prevent wax bloom or softening. Replace when depleted or if visible cracks appear in the stick. Apply sparingly to underarms; excess does not improve efficacy and increases skin contact time. Discontinue if rash or irritation develops; talc sensitivity is rare but possible in individuals with sensitive skin.
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
- Ban has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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- Fragrance allergens (natural essential oils)
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