Brut Deodorant Stick Classic Fragrance 2.25 oz
Typical deodorant stick; no known PFAS risk, lower concern product.
Brut stick deodorant contains standard wax and mineral bases without waterproofing or nonstick coatings that typically harbor PFAS. No public PFAS testing or claims available, but formulation type suggests lower inherent risk.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
Wax, starch, and fragrance base; typical antiperspirant mineral compounds
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Brut Deodorant Stick Classic Fragrance is made of, ingredients and materials
Brut Classic Deodorant is a solid stick formulation based on wax, starch, and fragrance compounds, with typical antiperspirant actives (likely aluminum salts). This wax-starch matrix is chemically stable at room temperature and does not require solvents or propellants that introduce volatile organic compounds. The solid form means no spray inhalation risk and minimal leaching concerns compared to liquid or gel formats. Fragrance is the most variable component; Brut uses conventional fragrance blends rather than isolated essential oils, which may contain more complex chemical mixtures.
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
Brut uses conventional fragrance blends that may include limonene, linalool, and other common allergenic compounds. Individuals with fragrance sensitivity or atopic dermatitis may experience contact dermatitis; no specific allergen list is published by the brand.
Skin irritation from aluminum compounds
Aluminum salts (aluminum chlorohydrate or similar) are the active antiperspirant ingredient and can cause irritation, stinging, or contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals. This is an inherent property of antiperspirant chemistry, not a manufacturing defect specific to Brut.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Formaldehyde / VOCs
No evidence that Brut Classic contains formaldehyde-releasing preservatives (DMDM hydantoin, imidazolidinyl urea) in published ingredient disclosures. Solid wax formulations typically use simpler preservation methods.
Source, ATSDR ↗Heavy metals
Antiperspirant aluminum salts are regulated food-grade materials; no known contamination with lead, cadmium, or arsenic reported in mass-market stick deodorants. Any colorants in the base are cosmetic-grade and not a known source of concern for this product class.
Source, FDA ↗Talc contamination
Brut Classic uses starch rather than talc as a dry-texture agent, avoiding asbestos and respirable particle risks associated with talc powder formulations.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Brut (owned by Coty Inc.) does not publish detailed ingredient safety disclosures or third-party certifications (no EWG Verified, cruelty-free, or clean beauty badges on record). The brand has no widely documented safety recalls or regulatory actions specific to this deodorant stick. Coty as a parent company has faced historical scrutiny over fragrance transparency but Brut itself carries no established controversy in independent safety literature. Ingredient listing on the package follows FDA cosmetic labeling rules; full INCI names are available but fragrance components remain proprietary.
How it compares in its category
Brut Classic sits in the mainstream mass-market deodorant segment alongside brands like Old Spice and Degree. It avoids some hazards present in aerosol formulations (propellant inhalation) and gel-based antiperspirants (plasticizer leaching from packaging). Compared to aluminum-free alternatives, it contains standard antiperspirant minerals, which are the subject of ongoing (but not conclusive) research into systemic aluminum exposure. As a fragrance-forward product, it contains more synthetic aroma compounds than unscented or essential-oil-heavy competitors, increasing theoretical fragrance allergen exposure.
If you buy it
Apply to clean, dry underarm skin; avoid broken skin to prevent irritation. Store below 77°F (25°C) to prevent stick warping or separation. Replace every 3-4 months or when consistency visibly degrades. If rash, burning, or allergic reaction occurs, discontinue and rinse thoroughly; contact dermatologist if symptoms persist. Do not ingest; keep away from eyes and small children. This product is not a substitute for medical antiperspirant if you have hyperhidrosis.
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
- Brut has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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