Amazon.com: Harry's: Deodorant
Skip until brand confirms PFAS absence in stick deodorant formulation.
Harry's deodorant is a cosmetic stick with standard ingredients but no public PFAS disclosure from the brand. Conventional cosmetic deodorants rarely use PFAS, though some antiperspirants may contain fluorinated compounds; verification is lacking here.
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Material
Aluminum compound, propylene glycol, wax
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Amazon.com: Harry's: Deodorant is made of, ingredients and materials
Harry's deodorant is a solid stick formulation built on aluminum compound (likely aluminum chlorohydrate or similar antiperspirant salt), propylene glycol as a humectant and solvent, and wax binders for structure. Propylene glycol is a low-toxicity carrier widely used in cosmetics; the primary exposure concern is the aluminum compound itself and whether the formulation contains undisclosed PFAS used as water-repellents or processing aids in some deodorant sticks. The wax base poses minimal chemical hazard but can vary in purity depending on source and processing.
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.
Aluminum compound (antiperspirant)
Aluminum chlorohydrate and related antiperspirant salts are approved for cosmetic use but long-term systemic absorption is debated in peer literature; no recalls specific to Harry's, but cumulative exposure from multiple aluminum products warrants awareness.
PFAS
Harry's does not disclose PFAS status; some stick deodorants contain fluorinated polymers or surfactants for water-repellency or anti-caking. Absence cannot be assumed without direct brand confirmation.
Source, ATSDR ↗Propylene glycol dermal sensitivity
Propylene glycol is a known irritant in sensitive skin and can cause contact dermatitis in a small percentage of users; Harry's uses it as a primary solvent, increasing exposure relative to products with lower concentrations.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Fragrance allergens
Harry's deodorant line includes scented variants (e.g., Cedarwood, Bergamot) but no specific allergen recalls or complaints are on record. Fragrance components are not individually listed; sensitive individuals should patch-test first.
Heavy metals
No recalls or public test results documenting lead, cadmium, or other heavy metals in Harry's deodorant formulation; however, aluminum compound source purity is not independently verified on record.
Source, FDA ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Harry's does not publicly disclose PFAS content in its deodorant line, despite known industry use of PFAS in some stick formulations as anti-caking or water-resistance agents. The brand has no major product recalls on record for heavy metals, allergens, or formaldehyde releasers in deodorant. Harry's has positioned itself as a direct-to-consumer, simplified-ingredient alternative to traditional drugstore brands, but this positioning does not guarantee transparency on trace chemicals like PFAS, which are often not listed on labels. No third-party certifications (e.g., EWG Verified, NSF) are known for this product line.
How it compares in its category
Aluminum antiperspirant deodorants are category standard; Harry's formulation is unremarkable in safety profile compared to competitors like Gillette, Old Spice, or native. Many mainstream and indie brands similarly do not disclose PFAS status. Aluminum-free alternatives (e.g., native, Lavanila) sidestep this hazard class but introduce different trade-offs (efficacy, staining). No public data shows Harry's deodorant to have lower or higher heavy-metal or allergen risk than peer products.
If you buy it
Apply to clean, dry skin and avoid contact with eyes, mucous membranes, and broken skin. Do not microwave or expose to heat above 140F, as the wax base will soften and may release propylene glycol more readily. Replace every 6-12 months or when noticeably degraded. Discontinue use immediately if rash, redness, or irritation develops. Request PFAS-free certification from Harry's before purchase if PFAS avoidance is a priority.
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
- Harry's has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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