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Raw Nature Spearmint

Aluminium-freeMade in New ZealandPETA certified vegan
FlaggedOverall — 8 categories assessed
Skin & Eye IrritationFlagged

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(Baking Soda / Bicarb)Position 5
Moderate evidence

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.

Hormone DisruptionClear

No endocrine-disrupting compounds.

Pregnancy & FertilityClear

Aluminium-free. No pregnancy concerns.

CancerClear

No carcinogens.

Organ & Systemic ToxicityClear

No organ toxicity concerns.

Fragrance & AllergensFlagged · Disclosed

Two EU allergens — lowest allergen burden in the scented Raw Nature range. Both individually declared. Mint oils may cause mild cooling sensation — sensory, not a safety concern.

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.

Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil(Mentha Arvensis Leaf)Position 6
Strong evidence

Position 6. Cornmint oil / fragrance.

Two EU allergens — lowest allergen burden in the scented Raw Nature range. Both individually declared. Mint oils may cause mild cooling sensation — sensory, not a safety concern.

Regulatory context: Declared per EU EC 1223/2009. Voluntary in NZ — not legally required.

Mentha Spicata Herb Oil(Mentha Spicata Herb)Position 8
Strong evidence

Position 8. Spearmint oil / fragrance.

Two EU allergens — lowest allergen burden in the scented Raw Nature range. Both individually declared. Mint oils may cause mild cooling sensation — sensory, not a safety concern.

Regulatory context: Declared per EU EC 1223/2009. Voluntary in NZ — not legally required.

*Linalool, *LimonenePosition 9
Strong evidence

Position 9. EU allergen declaration — lowest count in scented range.

Two EU allergens — lowest allergen burden in the scented Raw Nature range. Both individually declared. Mint oils may cause mild cooling sensation — sensory, not a safety concern.

Regulatory context: Declared per EU EC 1223/2009. Voluntary in NZ — not legally required.

EnvironmentClear

Biodegradable essential oils. No synthetic persistent compounds.

Data TransparencyClear

Full INCI. Lowest allergen count in scented range. EU-standard allergen declaration applied voluntarily in NZ.

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INCI qualityFull — verified
Allergens declaredYes — individually declared (EU standard)
PackagingCardboard/paper — no plastic-product contact

Full Ingredient Analysis

1

Cocos Nucifera (Coconut) Oil

Emollient / base

Strong evidence
2

Euphorbia Cerifera Cera

Candelilla Wax

Strong evidence
3

Tapioca Starch

Absorbent

Strong evidence
4

Magnesium Hydroxide

pH modifier / odour control

Moderate evidence
5

Sodium Bicarbonate

Deodorant active

Moderate evidence
6

Mentha Arvensis Leaf Oil

Cornmint oil / fragrance

Strong evidence
7

Leptospermum Scoparium Branch/Leaf (NZ Mānuka) Oil

NZ Mānuka oil

Weak evidence
8

Mentha Spicata Herb Oil

Spearmint oil / fragrance

Strong evidence
9

*Linalool, *Limonene

EU allergen declaration — lowest count in scented range

Strong evidence
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