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Suave 24-Hour Aerosol Antiperspirant

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

Reviewed Jul 5, 2026 by Trusted Labels Editorial Team

Recalls, lawsuits & findings 2 on file
Recall · 2022 · resolved Suave aerosol benzene recall March 30, 2022 nationwide recall after elevated benzene was found in the propellant. Resolved. Source →
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. Source →

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
Caution Aluminum Chlorohydrate (commonly known as Aluminum Compounds) Active ingredient in antiperspirants, blocks sweat glands. Linked to potential health concerns.
Watch Alcohol Denat. (sometimes listed as Denatured Alcohol) Can be drying; used as a solvent and preservative. Concern depends on concentration.
Watch Fragrance (sometimes listed as Parfum) Undisclosed scent blend that is a common allergen and irritant; choose fragrance-free for sensitive or reactive skin.

Ingredient list reviewed

  • 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

Formula scope: the disclosed ingredient list captured for this review. Formulas can differ by product, scent, country, and date; compare the current package with this list before deciding.

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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.

Ownership record Acquired
Founded
1937
Headquarters
London, UK
Control
Recalled under Unilever (the US Suave brand was later sold to Yellow Wood Partners)

Products covered

Key Products

We don't link to buy products we flag. Read why above, or see Meow Meow Tweet, which meets our top criteria.

  • Suave 24-Hour Aerosol Antiperspirant

Evidence

Sources & Reports

External references used in this review. Links open in new tabs.
news FDA: Unilever recall of Suave 24-Hour aerosol www.fda.gov settlement Suave antiperspirant benzene settlement milberg.com

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