Degree Men Arctic Edge Aluminium Free Deodorant, 3.0 oz - 12 Units
Lower concern deodorant; aluminum-free focus suggests no intentional PFAS.
Degree's aluminum-free deodorant uses mineral and natural-derived actives with no known PFAS-associated coatings or water-resistance treatments. No brand PFAS disclosure available, but cosmetic deodorants typically carry lower PFAS risk than industrial coatings.
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Material
Aluminum-free formula with typical deodorant actives (mineral salts, starches, oils)
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Degree Men Arctic Edge Aluminium Units is made of, ingredients and materials
Degree Arctic Edge is formulated without aluminum compounds, instead relying on mineral salts (likely potassium alum or similar), starches, and oils to reduce odor and moisture. The absence of aluminum antiperspirant means this product does not control sweat, only odor. Mineral salt deodorants have a long safety history in personal care; the focus on plant-derived actives and absence of metallic antiperspirants reduces exposure to aluminum accumulation concerns flagged in some scientific literature.
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 (undisclosed fragrance compounds)
Degree Arctic Edge lists fragrance as an ingredient but does not publicly disclose the individual fragrance components. Mineral-oil-based formulas can carry synthetic musks or other sensitizers; no specific fragrance-related recall is on record for this product, but undisclosed allergens are a known cosmetic concern category-wide.
Heavy metals
Mineral salts can naturally contain trace heavy metals depending on ore source and refining. No specific lead or cadmium testing data is publicly available for Degree products. Industry standards and FDA oversight of cosmetic-grade mineral salts generally keep contamination low, but full transparency on supplier testing is not disclosed.
Source, FDA ↗Skin irritation from mineral salt irritancy
Potassium alum and similar mineral salts are generally recognized as safe but can cause irritation, redness, or burning sensation in sensitive or freshly shaved underarm skin. This is a known user-experience issue for mineral deodorants, not a toxic hazard, but worth noting for vulnerable populations.
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 public records indicate formaldehyde-releasing preservatives (DMDM hydantoin, imidazolidinyl urea) in Degree Arctic Edge. Mineral-salt and starch bases require minimal preservative load, reducing this risk compared to water-heavy creams or gels.
Source, ATSDR ↗Talc contamination
This product does not list talc as an ingredient and relies on starches (typically corn or arrowroot) as absorbents. Talc is not a known component of mineral-salt deodorants in this formulation class.
How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Degree (Unilever subsidiary) maintains standard cosmetic labeling but does not prominently advertise third-party certifications (EWG, Leaping Bunny, or similar) for this line. No major product recalls or safety controversies specific to Degree deodorants are on public record. The brand's silence on PFAS is typical of traditional deodorant manufacturers; the aluminum-free positioning suggests no intentional PFAS addition, though ingredient transparency on minor components remains limited.
How it compares in its category
Aluminum-free deodorants occupy a growing niche; Degree Arctic Edge competes with brands like Tom's of Maine and Schmidt's. Unlike antiperspirants, it does not prevent sweating, making it suitable for users avoiding aluminum but requiring active sweat management elsewhere. Mineral-salt formulas generally carry lower chemical load than synthetic fragrance-heavy or talc-containing alternatives, positioning this as a middle-ground option between premium natural brands and conventional antiperspirant deodorants.
If you buy it
Reapply as needed, especially after sweating or bathing, since mineral salts wash off and do not provide all-day residue like aluminum antiperspirants. Store in a cool, dry place to prevent clumping or separation of oil and starch components. Check the container for visible discoloration or separation before use; cosmetics have typical shelf lives of 2-3 years. If skin irritation or contact dermatitis develops, discontinue and patch-test on inner arm before resuming use.
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
- Degree has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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