Parfum
Fragrance (Parfum)
This letter is an internal editorial classification of the ingredient, not a clinical evidence rating. It does not certify safety, suitability for your skin or the SPF of a finished product.
Umbrella term for any scent blend, which can contain hundreds of undisclosed chemicals. The #1 cause of allergic contact dermatitis in cosmetics. The EU lists 26 fragrance allergens that must be declared.
Benefits
Pleasant sensory experience, brand identity
Risks & concerns
Top allergen, undisclosed composition, cumulative sensitization risk, photosensitivity for some components
Avoid if
Found in (10)
Vichy
Capital Soleil UV-Age Daily SPF50+ PA++++
82/100
Vichy
Mineral 89 Hyaluronic Acid Serum
77/100
Anessa
Perfect UV Sunscreen Skincare Milk SPF50+ PA++++
77/100
Neutrogena
Hydro Boost Water Gel
72/100
Kiehl's
Ultra Facial Cream
71/100
Missha
All Around Safe Block Essence Sun SPF45 PA+++
68/100
Olay
Regenerist Micro-Sculpting Cream
65/100
Garnier
Micellar Cleansing Water All-in-1
62/100
Nivea
Creme (Original)
58/100
Neutrogena
Ultra Sheer Dry-Touch Sunscreen SPF70
52/100
Technical details
- INCI name
- Parfum
- Category
- fragrance
- Comedogenic rating
- 0/5
- Also known as
- parfum, aroma