Can Using Deodorants cause Breast Cancer?
Can using antiperspirants/deodorants cause breast cancer? NO. This is an unfounded Internet rumor. According to the American Cancer Society*, there is no conclusive scientific evidence to support this claim. We understand why you might be concerned about an Internet rumor that suggests you can get breast cancer from using antiperspirant or deodorant. However, there is no credible, scientific study that supports this urban myth. In fact, according to the National Cancer Institute (NCI) Web site, researchers at the NCI and the United States Food and Drug Administration (FDA), which regulates food, cosmetics, medicines and medical devices, are not aware of any conclusive evidence that links the use of antiperspirants or deodorants with breast cancer.