Harry's Solid Deodorant
Lower concern; solid stick deodorant rarely uses PFAS.
Harry's solid deodorant uses typical wax and starch base common in stick formats. No evidence of fluorinated coatings or water-resistant treatments in this product category.
We flunk more products than we pass. This one earned its grade. How we grade
Material
wax, starch, oil base
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Harry's Solid Deodorant is made of, ingredients and materials
Harry's solid deodorant is formulated from natural wax, plant starch, and oils as the base matrix. This material class avoids the aluminum compounds used in antiperspirants and sidesteps concerns tied to aerosol propellants or talc powders. Solid stick formulations inherently do not release volatile organic compounds (VOCs) during normal use, and wax-based matrices do not off-gas formaldehyde or other aldehyde-based preservatives as some liquid or cream deodorants can.
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 allergen exposure (undisclosed composition)
Harry's does not list specific fragrance components or allergen declarations for this deodorant. Wax-oil formulations can incorporate synthetic or essential oils that may trigger contact dermatitis or respiratory sensitivity in susceptible users.
1,4-dioxane contamination in oils or emulsifiers
If the oil or wax base contains ethoxylated ingredients, trace 1,4-dioxane (a likely human carcinogen) may be present as a byproduct. Harry's does not publish purification or testing data for this contaminant.
Skin irritation from undisclosed starch or plant extracts
The starch component may irritate sensitive skin if ground too coarsely or if botanical additives are present. No hypoallergenic or dermatologist-tested claim is listed for this product.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Heavy metals
No public testing or recalls document lead, cadmium, or other heavy metals in Harry's solid deodorant. Wax-based sticks do not typically concentrate metals, and no brand warning has been issued on record.
Source, FDA ↗Formaldehyde / VOCs
Solid wax deodorants do not require the aqueous preservatives that release formaldehyde over time. No published ingredient list for this product confirms or denies the presence of formaldehyde donors, but the wax-oil matrix is inherently stable and antimicrobial.
Source, ATSDR ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Harry's does not publicly disclose detailed ingredient sourcing, fragrance composition, or third-party testing for heavy metals or allergens on this product. The brand has not faced documented recalls related to deodorant safety or public complaints of dermatitis linked to this line. No established certifications (cruelty-free, organic, hypoallergenic) are listed for this product, limiting independent verification of formulation claims.
How it compares in its category
Solid wax deodorants are generally considered lower-risk compared to talc-based powders (talc contamination concerns) or antiperspirants with aluminum salts (absorption questions). Harry's positions itself in the mainstream consumer segment; it lacks third-party eco or toxicology certifications that brands like Burt's Bees or Schmidt's advertise. The wax-starch-oil base is typical of modern natural deodorant offerings and avoids synthetic polymers or microplastic carriers.
If you buy it
Store below 75 F to prevent the wax base from softening or separating. Replace when the stick is visibly crumbly or depleted; there is no set shelf life published. If skin irritation develops after a few days of use, patch-test on a small area or discontinue; fragrance or essential oils in the base may trigger contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals. Do not ingest; seek medical attention if swallowed in quantity.
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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