ALUMINUM CHLORIDE is graded C** (Moderate) by Expert·ING, based on COSING regulatory data. It is restricted under Sephora Clean (Prohibited).
ALUMINUM CHLORIDE
Safety grade: C**
Aluminum chloride is a salt compound made from aluminum and chlorine that works by reducing moisture on the skin. It's commonly used in antiperspirants and deodorants to help keep you dry and fresh throughout the day.
This ingredient reduces sweat production and odor by forming a temporary barrier on the skin, making it an effective active component in antiperspirant and deodorant formulations.
Graded using: COSING.
- Health Canada — Restricted
- Sephora Clean — Prohibited
Last verified: May 26, 2026
Safer alternatives to ALUMINUM CHLORIDE
- ALUMINUM SESQUICHLOROHYDRATE — Grade A. Aluminum salt that reduces sweat and odor via same antiperspirant mechanism.
- ZINC GLUCONATE — Grade B. Zinc compound that neutralizes odor-causing bacteria and controls perspiration.
- ZINC RICINOLEATE — Grade A. Zinc compound that absorbs moisture and eliminates odor in deodorant formulas.
Other Astringent ingredients
- ALCOHOL — Grade A**
- ALUMINUM CHLOROHYDRATE — Grade C
- CAMELLIA SINENSIS LEAF EXTRACT — Grade A
- CALCIUM CHLORIDE — Grade A**
- ZINC SULFATE — Grade C
- MENTHA VIRIDIS LEAF OIL — Grade C
- POTASSIUM ALUM — Grade A