Aluna Stick Deodorant
Lower concern; mineral salt deodorants rarely use PFAS.
Aluna Stick Deodorant is formulated from mineral salts without synthetic coating, a product class with historically low PFAS risk. The brand makes no public statement about PFAS or ingredient sourcing.
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Material
mineral salts (potassium alum or ammonium alum); no synthetic coating
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
What’s concerning
No PFAS disclosure
The company has not publicly discussed PFAS in this product.
Category baseline
cosmetics is a category where PFAS exposure is more common.
Lead
Potassium and ammonium alum are mined minerals and can contain trace heavy metal contaminants depending on source and refining. Crystal has not published third-party heavy metal testing data for this product. Risk is lower than synthetic additives but unverified.
Source: ATSDR ↗Skin irritation or allergic contact dermatitis
Pure mineral salt deodorants are generally well-tolerated, but occasional contact irritation has been anecdotally reported in sensitive individuals. No formal adverse event database entries are on record for this specific brand, but irritation risk exists with any topical product.
Fragrance allergens (if scented variant)
If the product contains added fragrance oils or essential oils, these can trigger contact dermatitis or respiratory irritation in sensitive users. Crystal markets both scented and unscented versions; fragrance ingredient lists are not consistently disclosed.
What’s reassuring
Safe base material
Made from ceramic, mineral, or natural fiber with no PFAS risk.
Talc or talc-like mineral contaminants
Aluma Stick formulations typically do not include talc filler. However, if the product contains anti-caking agents or flow additives from the mining or processing stage, trace silicate minerals could be present. Brand does not detail secondary ingredients or processing aids.
Bacterial or mold growth in stick form
The mineral salt base and solid form inhibit microbial growth under normal storage. Risk is negligible if kept dry. No documented contamination incidents are on record for this product line.
The full breakdown
What it's made of and why it matters
Aluna Stick uses potassium alum or ammonium alum salts, naturally occurring mineral compounds that work by forming a protective layer on skin and inhibiting bacterial growth without blocking sweat. These salts have been used in personal care for decades and are not synthetic chemicals. Unlike antiperspirants, alum deodorants do not contain aluminum chlorohydrate or other aluminum compounds designed to plug sweat ducts, reducing systemic absorption risk.
The brand's record and disclosure
Crystal (owned by Coty Inc.) has maintained a minimal public stance on ingredient sourcing and third-party testing for this product line. The brand does not highlight certifications such as EWG Verified, Leaping Bunny, or NSF standards on marketed materials. No significant safety recalls or regulatory actions are on record for this specific deodorant, but the brand's silence on manufacturing controls and heavy metal testing of mineral salts limits independent verification.
How it compares in its category
Mineral salt deodorants sit at the lower-toxicity end of the deodorant spectrum, avoiding synthetic preservatives, fragrance blends, and antiperspirant actives found in conventional stick formulas. They carry less risk of allergic contact dermatitis than products with added botanicals or essential oils. However, they are less effective for heavy perspiration than antiperspirants and may feel less cosmetically elegant than talc-containing or silicone-based alternatives.
If you buy it
Store in a cool, dry place to prevent the stick from crumbling or absorbing moisture. The crystal will gradually wear down with use; replace when material becomes too small to apply comfortably, typically every 6-12 months depending on frequency. Wet skin slightly before application for even coverage and to reduce dust. If skin irritation or rash develops, discontinue use; pure mineral salts are well-tolerated but individual sensitivity is possible.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 78% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Crystal has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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