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Plastic-Free Rating
Sunscreen & Deodorant
Sunscreen & Deodorant·Biork

Crystal Deodorant Stick

A
PFR Grade
Excellent — minimal plastic, transparent materials, safe for daily use
Excellent plastic-free packaging (cork), natural mineral salt as the active ingredient, and certifications for natural cosmetics. Addresses concerns about aluminum chlorohydrate by using potassium alum.
PFR Approved

Biork Crystal Deodorant is a plastic-free, natural deodorant made from potassium alum, housed in a biodegradable cork container. It's unscented and hypoallergenic.

Score Breakdown

How scores are calculated

Materials (40%): How plastic-free the product is — raw materials, construction, and coatings.

Packaging (20%): Is the product packaged in plastic? Is it recyclable?

Transparency (20%): Does the brand disclose ingredients, sourcing, and manufacturing?

Durability (20%): How long does it last? Longer-lasting products reduce plastic waste over time.

Materials
9
Packaging
9
Transparency
9
Durability
9

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Last updated: April 4, 2026

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Low Exposure Risk — Why This Product Category Matters

Excellent plastic-free packaging (cork), natural mineral salt as the active ingredient, and certifications for natural cosmetics. Addresses concerns about aluminum chlorohydrate by using potassium alum.

Why We Recommend This Product

Biork's Crystal Deodorant Stick is made from 100% natural potassium alum in a cork container. Fragrance-free, aluminum chlorohydrate-free.. Certifications: Cosmos Natural Cosmetics Certified, Vegan, Cruelty-Free.

Chemical & Health Analysis

Each chemical of concern is broken down below — what it is, where it comes from in this product, what it does to the body, and who is most at risk.

1

Various plastic chemicals

Source

Biork Crystal Deodorant Stick

Health Risk

Contains potassium alum (a type of aluminum salt), though considered safer than aluminum chlorohydrate.

Who Is Most At RiskEveryone

All health claims are based on published, peer-reviewed research from the NIH, WHO, IARC, and peer-reviewed journals. This information is for educational purposes and does not constitute medical advice.

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