In our reference data, Fragrance (Ifra Certified) is a fragrance ingredient.
Fragrance (IFRA Certified) refers to scent compounds added to cosmetic formulations that comply with International Fragrance Association safety standards. It provides or masks odor in products but offers no skincare treatment benefit.
| Reported effect | How often | Notes |
|---|---|---|
Contact irritation (stinging, redness) | Common | Especially on sensitive, compromised, or reactive skin. |
Allergic contact dermatitis | Uncommon | Fragrance mix is a leading cause of cosmetic-related allergy in patch testing. |
Photosensitivity/phototoxic reactions | Rare | Certain fragrance components (e.g., furocoumarins) can react with UV exposure. |
Pigmentation changes (post-inflammatory) | Rare | May follow inflammatory reactions, more notable in darker skin tones. |
Systemic allergic/respiratory reactions | Very rare | Reported in highly sensitized individuals. |
Frequencies reflect typical cosmetic use reported in the literature, not a guarantee for your skin.