Sodium bicarbonate (mid-list, likely 2–8%) disrupts skin pH and causes underarm rash in ~5–15% of users. The mechanism is pH shift, not allergy.
Mid-list position — likely 2–8% in formula. Disrupts skin acid mantle (pH ~4.5–5.5).
The most common cause of natural deodorant rash. This is a mechanical, pH-disruption reaction — not an allergic response. Raw Nature offers a bicarb-free Vanilla variant specifically for this; that is the correct recommendation for reactive users. Flagged to inform, not to alarm.
Regulatory context: No restrictions NZ, AU, EU, US. Irritation mechanism well-documented in dermatological literature.
No parabens, phthalates, or compounds with established endocrine-disrupting activity at likely concentrations in this formula.
No ingredients flagged for pregnancy or fertility concerns at concentrations present in this formula. Essential oil concentrations are at the end of list (likely <2% combined).
No IARC-classified carcinogens. No ingredients with established carcinogenic evidence at cosmetic use concentrations.
No ingredients flagged for liver, kidney, neurological or systemic organ effects.
Six EU-listed fragrance allergens present — naturally occurring in geranium and jasmine oils. Real sensitisation risk for susceptible individuals. All six are individually declared on the label, voluntarily exceeding NZ requirements.
✓ Full fragrance transparency — the gold standard
All allergens are individually named with an asterisk per EU Cosmetics Regulation EC 1223/2009. NZ's CPGS does not require this. Raw Nature voluntarily adopted the stricter EU standard — sensitised individuals can make an informed decision. This is what transparent labelling looks like.
Lower list — likely <2% combined. Complex natural mixtures containing multiple fragrance allergen molecules.
For the general population at these concentrations, risk is low. Individuals with known sensitisation to geraniol, citronellol, or linalool should patch test. Concentration is likely well below the sensitisation threshold for most people.
Regulatory context: EU EC 1223/2009: individual declaration required above 0.001% in leave-on products. NZ CPGS: no equivalent requirement.
End of list — trace concentrations; naturally present in the essential oils above, not separately added.
All six EU-listed allergens individually declared. At these trace concentrations risk to the general population is very low. The declaration itself is the transparency positive — it gives sensitised individuals the information an opaque 'Fragrance' entry removes entirely.
Regulatory context: Declared per EU EC 1223/2009. Voluntary in NZ — not legally required.
All fragrance ingredients are essential oils — biodegradable. No PFAS, no bioaccumulative silicones, no synthetic persistent compounds. Waterless formula reduces water footprint.
Full INCI list from brand website. Allergens individually declared to EU standard (voluntary in NZ). Paper packaging — no plastic product contact.
Full Ingredient Analysis
Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil
Emollient / Base
Euphorbia Cerifera Cera
Candelilla Wax / Structure
Tapioca Starch
Absorbent
Magnesium Hydroxide
Odour control (pH)
Sodium Bicarbonate
pH buffer / Odour control
Simmondsia Chinensis (Jojoba) Seed Oil
Emollient
Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
Natural fragrance
Leptospermum Scoparium Branch/Leaf Oil
NZ Mānuka Oil / Antimicrobial
Jasminum Officinale (Jasmine) Oil
Natural fragrance
*Citronellol *Geraniol *Linalool *Citral *Benzyl Benzoate *Eugenol
EU allergen declaration