Old Spice Class Action Alleges Deodorant Causes Rash, Open Sores

Procter & Gamble’s Old Spice deodorant allegedly causes rashes and blisters, even scarring, according to a class action complaint filed by a San Francisco resident.

Plaintiff Gregory Johnson claims states that Procter & Gamble knew about the dangers of Old Spice deodorant, but did nothing about it.

There is no warning label on the deodorant packaging to alert consumers of the possible rash or open sores that could develop after use.

According to the Old Spice deodorant burn lawsuit, many consumers have reported rashes similar to that of poison ivy and blisters often associated with a chemical burn.

Johnson’s formal complaint claims “violations of California’s Consumer Legal Remedies Act and the state’s unfair competition law, along with breach of implied warranty of merchantability, strict liability, negligence and unjust enrichment, among other causes of action.”

Plaintiff Not Alone in Accusing Old Spice of Rash, Open Sores

“Numerous consumers, including plaintiff Johnson, have suffered serious injuries — such as burns, rashes, blisters, redness and scarring — as a direct result of using Old Spice deodorants,” the proposed class action states.

Once it began, Johnson’s Old Spice deodorant rash quickly worsened, and he developed open sores. His doctor gave him a prescription cream to help calm down the angry blistering. After he stopped using the deodorant, he said the sores began to heal.

A search of the internet proves Johnson is not alone in his Old Spice deodorant burn accusation. Thousands of photos and statements point to the deodorant as a cause of major pain from raw, blistering rashes.

Among the Old Spice deodorant products allegedly causing adverse skin reactions are:

• After Hours Deodorant
• Champion Deodorant
• Pure Sport High Endurance Deodorant
• Arctic Force High Endurance Deodorant
• Bearglove Deodorant
• Lion Pride Deodorant
• Swagger Deodorant
• Fresh High Endurance Deodorant
• Aqua Reef Deodorant
• Classic Fresh Deodorant
• Fiji Deodorant
• Wolfhorn Deodorant

Procter & Gamble’s Response to Old Spice Deodorant Rash Accusations

Despite numerous complaints regarding Old Spice deodorant rash, Procter & Gamble has not issued a recall.

In fact, their response to consumers has been to suggest the consumer try a different scent of their Old Spice deodorant and to send the consumers coupons for more of the allegedly offending product.

After enduring the painful rash and open sores, most consumers are reluctant to try the product again, even for free.

As far as what purportedly makes Old Spice deodorant initiate an adverse skin reaction, Procter & Gamble passes it off to the the alcohol used in its deodorants. However, alcohol is commonly used in deodorants because it helps the deodorant dry quickly and gives the skin an instant cool feeling.

Alcohol itself does not appear to be the likely villain that makes Old Spice deodorant more likely to cause a bad reaction than any other deodorant that contains the ingredient.

Old Spice Deodorant Burn Lawsuit Option

Because of high number of reports of Old Spice deodorant rash incidents, a class action lawsuit could be the answer to help injured consumers obtain compensation for their pain and suffering, their medical bills and other expenses.

If you or someone you know has used any Old Spice deodorant and subsequently developed a rash, blistering, open sores or raw skin, you could be entitled to compensation through an Old Spice deodorant burn lawsuit against Procter & Gamble.

The Old Spice Deodorant Burn Class Action Lawsuit is Johnson v. The Procter & Gamble Co., Case No. 3:16-cv-02302, in the United States District Court of the Northern District of California.