Fragrance (Parfum)

Fragrance (parfum) is a blend of aromatic compounds, essential oils, and solvents added to cosmetic and personal care products to impart scent. It's used to add a distinct aroma, mask base odors, and improve a product's sensory appeal.
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Ingredient Snapshot

Overview
A fragrance blend added to give products a pleasant scent.
Category
Fragrance
Type
Fragrance

Ingredient Ratings

Overall Rating

Fair

Comedogenic Risk

None

Skin Benefits

Creates an enjoyable scent experience and can help neutralize unwanted base notes. Adds to product enjoyment and gives a sense of luxury during use.

Uses In Skincare & Cosmetics

Common in perfumes, body lotions, shampoos, and conditioners to provide a signature smell and improve sensory appeal.

Comedogenic Rating

This ingredient is not typically evaluated for comedogenicity, and no standardized rating is available.

Safety

Can trigger irritation or allergic contact dermatitis, particularly in sensitive or compromised skin. Those prone to fragrance reactions should opt for fragrance-free products. In the EU, certain fragrance allergens must be listed when present above set thresholds.

Is Fragrance (Parfum) a Good Ingredient?

It's Fair rather than Poor because it does deliver a real sensory benefit, but that's the extent of it. It's also one of the most common sources of irritation and allergy in cosmetics, particularly for sensitive skin, and because the blend is proprietary and doesn't have to disclose every component, sensitization risk is higher than with most ingredients, which caps the rating.

Products with Fragrance (Parfum)

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