Wild Berry Aluminum Free Deodorant with Shea Butter
Lower concern deodorant; no known PFAS triggers in formulation.
Hello Products makes personal care items without Teflon-type coating or Teflon-family coating coatings. No PFAS disclosure found, but powder deodorants rarely contain PFAS; solid formulations with plant actives and shea butter present lower risk.
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Material
starch-based, plant-derived active ingredients, shea butter, talc-free
Brand disclosure
Brand is silent on PFAS
Lab data
No public lab test
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What Wild Berry Aluminum Free Shea Butter is made of, ingredients and materials
This deodorant uses starch (likely corn or other plant starches) as the primary absorbent and moisture-management base, paired with plant-derived odor-control ingredients rather than aluminum compounds. Shea butter provides emollient properties without synthetic polymers or silicones common in conventional deodorants. The talc-free designation is material because talc can be contaminated with asbestos during mining, though this product explicitly avoids it. Starch-based formulas are generally water-soluble and pose lower risk of skin buildup or irritation compared to aluminum or synthetic acrylate polymers.
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
Starch-based deodorants often use essential oils or plant extracts for scent; wild berry fragrance may contain limonene, linalool, or other common allergens. Individual sensitivity varies; patch testing is advisable for sensitive skin.
Skin irritation or contact dermatitis from plant actives
Shea butter and plant-derived odor inhibitors are low-risk for most users but can trigger irritation in individuals with sensitive skin or plant oil allergies. Patch testing before full application is recommended for first-time use.
What’s reassuring
Base material not linked to PFAS
The main material recorded for this product is not one associated with PFAS.
Talc contamination with asbestos
This product is explicitly talc-free, eliminating the primary pathway for asbestos exposure in deodorants. No talc-based variant of this specific product is on record.
Heavy metals
Wild Berry formulation relies on plant extracts for scent and color rather than synthetic dyes; no specific heavy metal contamination has been reported for Hello Products deodorants. Public data on lead or cadmium testing is not available.
Source, FDA ↗Formaldehyde / VOCs
Hello Products does not publicly disclose full preservative systems; however, starch-based formulas typically use gentler preservatives than conventional deodorants. No formaldehyde-releasing preservatives are documented in product literature.
Source, ATSDR ↗How is this PFAS grade calculated?
The brand's record and disclosure
Hello Products positions itself as a natural personal care brand with emphasis on ingredient transparency, though the company has not published detailed safety disclosures or third-party certifications (such as EWG Verified, NSF, or similar). The brand's PFAS stance is not publicly documented, and while the PFAS grade for this formulation is assessed as lower concern based on material composition, the brand has not made public commitments regarding PFAS testing or elimination. No major recalls or established safety controversies are on record for this specific product.
How it compares in its category
Aluminum-free deodorants span a spectrum from starch or clay-based (like this one) to synthetic polymer or essential-oil-only formulas. Starch-based variants typically offer moderate sweat absorption and lower skin sensitization risk compared to aluminum antiperspirants, though they do not block sweat production. This product's inclusion of shea butter positions it in the mid-range of natural deodorants; it avoids both synthetic polymer concerns and the minimal efficacy sometimes seen in essential-oil-only alternatives. Talc-free status aligns it with contemporary safety norms in the category.
If you buy it
Apply to clean, dry skin; starch-based formulas work best when skin is not wet or heavily perspiring, as they rely on moisture absorption rather than antiperspirant blockade. Store in a cool, dry place to prevent clumping or separation of the shea butter component. Replace every 6 to 12 months or when product hardening or separation becomes pronounced. If irritation develops, discontinue use; starch-based products rarely cause reactions, but individual sensitivity to shea butter or plant actives is possible.
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
- Hello Products has made none
Formulations change between production runs, so check the current label. How we grade.
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