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Antiperspirant

ALUMINUM CITRATE

CAS 813-92-3 Updated
55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

An aluminum-citrate antiperspirant active that blocks sweat glands. Effective and milder than aluminum chloride, but ongoing aluminum safety debate keeps it in orange-caution territory.

Function

ANTIPERSPIRANTASTRINGENTDEODORANT

Skin benefits

  • Antiperspirant and astringent action
  • Reduces sweat by blocking ducts
  • Buffered citrate form is gentler on skin than chloride
  • Long history of use

Known concerns

  • Aluminum-based antiperspirants face ongoing safety scrutiny
  • Skin absorption higher in damaged skin
  • Possible irritation in sensitive users
  • Citrate enhances aluminum bioavailability

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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