In our reference data, Parfum/Fragrance is a fragrance ingredient.
Parfum (fragrance) is a blend of aromatic compounds added to cosmetic products to impart a pleasant scent or mask the base odor of other ingredients. It provides no skincare benefit and is one of the most common causes of cosmetic-related skin reactions.
| Reported effect | How often | Notes |
|---|---|---|
| Allergic contact dermatitis | Common | Fragrance mix is among the leading causes of contact allergy identified on patch testing. |
| Skin irritation (redness, stinging, itching) | Common | Particularly on sensitive, compromised, or eczema-prone skin. |
| Photoallergic or photosensitivity reactions | Uncommon | Certain fragrance components (e.g., some citrus oils) can react under UV exposure. |
| Contact urticaria (hives) | Rare | Immediate wheal-and-flare response upon application. |
| Pigmentary changes (e.g., berloque dermatitis) | Rare | Post-inflammatory hyperpigmentation, sometimes linked to photosensitizing fragrance constituents. |
| Respiratory irritation or headache from volatile compounds | Very rare | Reported mainly with strongly scented products in sensitive individuals. |
Frequencies reflect typical cosmetic use reported in the literature, not a guarantee for your skin.