This archive report was first published on 24 July 2021.
Published on July 24, 2021, a study by the National Centre for Biotechnology Information shed light on the long-standing debate about the potential link between antiperspirants and cancer.
For years, some have claimed that chemicals in antiperspirants and deodorants can cause cancer, particularly breast cancer, due to the buildup of aluminum in the body. However, science has consistently refuted this claim.
According to Dr. Benjamin Chan, "if you have normal kidney function, your kidneys can usually process the amount of aluminum from antiperspirants and cosmetics that is absorbed through your skin."
While the study found no correlation between aluminum salts in antiperspirants and breast cancer, it did note that frequent use of antiperspirants can cause accumulation of aluminum in breast tissue. However, this is only a concern for individuals with kidney problems, as the aluminum can build up and cause issues like bone diseases or dementia.
For those with normal kidney function, the risk of cancer from antiperspirants is minimal. In fact, the study found that antiperspirants do not increase the risk of cancer.
