Sodium Bicarbonate (est. 2–8%) disrupts skin pH (pH ~8.3 vs. normal axillary pH 4.5–5.5). Causes irritation in ~5–15% of users. Reversible. Not immune-mediated. Use bicarb-free variant if irritation occurs.
Sodium Bicarbonate (est. 2–8%) disrupts skin pH (pH ~8.3 vs. normal axillary pH 4.5–5.5). Causes irritation in ~5–15% of users. Reversible. Not immune-mediated. Use bicarb-free variant if irritation occurs.
Regulatory context: No restrictions NZ, AU, EU or US. Irritation mechanism well-documented in dermatological literature.
No endocrine-disrupting compounds.
Aluminium-free. No pregnancy concerns.
No carcinogens.
No organ toxicity concerns.
Five EU allergens individually declared. Lime oil photosensitisation risk — furanocoumarins absorb UV-A. Avoid before prolonged sun exposure. IFRA restricts bergapten-containing lime oil in leave-on products.
✓ Allergens individually declared — voluntary EU standard
Fragrance allergens are individually named on label per EU EC 1223/2009. NZ CPGS does not require this. This is what transparent fragrance labelling looks like for susceptible individuals.
Lime peel oil contains furanocoumarins (bergapten). Photosensitisation risk on UV-exposed skin within 12–24h. Avoid before prolonged sun exposure.
Regulatory context: Declared per EU EC 1223/2009. Voluntary in NZ — not legally required.
Position 7. Natural fragrance — geranium.
Five EU allergens individually declared. Lime oil photosensitisation risk — furanocoumarins absorb UV-A. Avoid before prolonged sun exposure. IFRA restricts bergapten-containing lime oil in leave-on products.
Regulatory context: Declared per EU EC 1223/2009. Voluntary in NZ — not legally required.
Position 9. EU allergen declaration.
Five EU allergens individually declared. Lime oil photosensitisation risk — furanocoumarins absorb UV-A. Avoid before prolonged sun exposure. IFRA restricts bergapten-containing lime oil in leave-on products.
Regulatory context: Declared per EU EC 1223/2009. Voluntary in NZ — not legally required.
Essential oils — biodegradable. No persistent synthetic compounds.
Full INCI. Five allergens declared to EU EC 1223/2009 standard (voluntary in NZ). Photosensitisation risk documented.
Full Ingredient Analysis
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil
Emollient / base
Euphorbia Cerifera Cera
Candelilla Wax
Tapioca Starch
Absorbent
Magnesium Hydroxide
pH modifier / odour control
Sodium Bicarbonate
Deodorant active
Citrus Aurantifolia (Lime) Oil
Natural fragrance / photosensitiser
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Natural fragrance — geranium
Leptospermum Scoparium Branch/Leaf (NZ Mānuka) Oil
NZ Mānuka oil
*Limonene, *Citronellol, *Geraniol, *Linalool, *Citral
EU allergen declaration