Dove 0% Aluminum Deodorant
Lower concern; inherently low-risk formulation, no known PFAS triggers.
Dove's aluminum-free deodorant uses conventional cosmetic powders and silicones without waterproofing or water-repellent coating treatments. No public PFAS claims or testing disclosed by brand.
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Material
aluminum-free, talc-free powder base with cyclomethicone, stearic acid, fragrance
Lab data
No public lab test
What Dove 0% Aluminum Deodorant is made of, ingredients and materials
Dove 0% Aluminum is formulated around cyclomethicone (a volatile silicone), stearic acid (emollient/thickener), and fragrance rather than aluminum salts or talc. Cyclomethicone evaporates quickly after application, leaving a thin dry layer; stearic acid is a common, low-toxicity conditioning agent used across personal care. The absence of aluminum chlorohydrate or aluminum zirconium compounds eliminates the primary active antiperspirant ingredient, making this a deodorant only (odor control via fragrance and antimicrobials, not sweat suppression).
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 blends may contain common sensitizers (limonene, linalool, eugenol). Individual tolerance varies; patch test on inner arm before regular underarm use if you have sensitive or reactive skin.
Contact dermatitis from stearic acid or emollients
Stearic acid and cyclomethicone are low-irritancy in most users, but individuals with atopic dermatitis or fragrance sensitivity may experience localized irritation, dryness, or folliculitis with prolonged use.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Cyclomethicone inhalation risk
Cyclomethicone is volatile and absorbed minimally through skin; no established respiratory hazard from typical spray or roll-on application. Avoid direct inhalation of spray mist if product is aerosolized.
Microplastic or microsilica contamination
This formulation does not contain intentional microbeads or silica powder; cyclomethicone breaks down to CO2 and water. No microplastic concern specific to this product.
Heavy metals
Dove does not disclose heavy metal testing; however, fragrance suppliers are subject to cosmetic-grade chemical standards in major markets, and lead or cadmium in deodorant fragrance is not an established category risk.
Source, FDA ↗The full breakdown
The brand's record and disclosure
Dove is owned by Unilever and maintains voluntary participation in ingredient transparency initiatives; full ingredient lists are publicly available and match regulatory filings. The brand has faced no major recalls or established contamination incidents specific to this deodorant line. Dove does not make explicit PFAS commitments in marketing materials, though the formulation itself does not contain known PFAS precursors or water-repellent additives that would trigger PFAS use.
How it compares in its category
Aluminum-free deodorants are now mainstream; Dove's version is typical in using volatile silicones and plant-derived thickeners rather than mineral powders or synthetic polymers. It avoids talc and does not rely on concerning antimicrobial preservatives (no triclosan, for example). Compared to antiperspirants, it offers lower irritation risk for sensitive underarms but no sweat reduction; compared to natural-only brands, it includes synthetic fragrance and cyclomethicone, which some consumers prefer to avoid.
If you buy it
Apply to clean, dry underarms once or twice daily; avoid application immediately after shaving to prevent irritation. The silicone base is non-occlusive and unlikely to cause buildup, but wash underarms regularly to remove residue. If rash, redness, or itching develops, discontinue and patch-test fragrance separately (fragrance is the most likely irritant in this formulation). Store below 25°C to prevent separation of silicone and wax components; product is stable unopened for 24-36 months.
What we don’t know
- Basis
- Model estimate, 72% confidence, not a lab result
- Lab test
- None on record for this exact product
- Brand statement
- Dove has made a specific claim
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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Each & Every
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