Deodorant Reviewed Jul 5, 2026

Suave 24-Hour Aerosol Antiperspirant

Recalled in 2022 for benzene; a ~$2M class-action settlement followed.

Recall · 2022 · resolved

Suave aerosol benzene recall

March 30, 2022 nationwide recall after elevated benzene was found in the propellant. Resolved.

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Settlement · 2024 · resolved

Benzene class-action settlement (~$2M)

A roughly $2 million settlement resolving benzene claims over the recalled Suave aerosols received court approval. Resolved.

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Our take

Why It’s on Our Radar

We don't recommend the recalled aerosol. Benzene led to a recall and a settled class action.

What's inside

Ingredients & Safety

Aluminum chlorohydrate and fragrance in a hydrocarbon-propellant aerosol, the source of the benzene.

Worth a closer look — 3 ingredients we flag:

Aluminum Chlorohydrate — commonly known as Aluminum Compounds

Active ingredient in antiperspirants, blocks sweat glands. Linked to potential health concerns.

Alcohol Denat. — sometimes listed as Denatured Alcohol

Can be drying; used as a solvent and preservative. Concern depends on concentration.

Fragrance — sometimes listed as Parfum

Undisclosed scent blend that is a common allergen and irritant; choose fragrance-free for sensitive or reactive skin.

Full Ingredient List

Safe Watch Caution
  • Aluminum Chlorohydrate also listed as Aluminum Chlorohydrate, Aluminum Zirconium Caution
  • Alcohol Denat. also listed as Denatured Alcohol, SD Alcohol Watch
  • Isobutane
  • Propane
  • Butane
  • Cyclopentasiloxane
  • Isopropyl Myristate
  • Fragrance also listed as Parfum, Perfume Watch

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Who owns it

Ownership & Independence

The recalled Suave aerosol was a Unilever product; the US Suave brand was sold to Yellow Wood Partners in 2023.

Where to buy

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