Fragrance (parfum)

What the evidence says

• Undisclosed mixtureRegulatory

  A single label term covers an undisclosed mixture. The EU requires named labeling of listed fragrance allergens above 0.001% (leave-on) or 0.01% (rinse-off), and expanded that list in 2023. [1][2][3]

• Contact allergenStrong evidence

  Fragrance substances are a common cause of allergic contact dermatitis, which is why the EU requires allergen labeling. [1]

Evidence tiers say how sure the evidence is, separately from how much it matters. About evidence tiers.

Rules around the world

“Banned” means explicitly prohibited or withdrawn after review; “not permitted” means never authorized there. We use each regulator’s own words.

Popular products that list fragrance (parfum)

35 of the 17,000 most-scanned products in the US with a GoodSwap page list fragrance (parfum). The 12 most scanned:

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• Crema Manos S'nonas · 150 mL Score 72 out of 100 Good
• Essentials with NATURAL DEODORIZERS JUNIPER BERRY DEODORANT Arm & Hammer · 2.5 oz (71 g) Score 93 out of 100 Excellent
• Maria Cookies Goya · 30 g Score 8 out of 100 Bad
• Essentials Rosemary Lavender Arm & Hammer Score 93 out of 100 Excellent
• Regular Speed Stick · 3 oz Score 93 out of 100 Excellent
• Evolution of smooth shea better 24H moisture body lotion Shea Moisture Score 93 out of 100 Excellent
• Coconut & Vanilla Moisturizing Lotion Native Score 93 out of 100 Excellent
• Fiji Deoderant Old Spice · 3.0 oz (85 g) Score 93 out of 100 Excellent
• Sweet Coconut 24 hr. Deodorant Hello · 73 g Score 94 out of 100 Excellent
• Pure Sport Old Spice Score 92 out of 100 Excellent
• Swagger Deodorant Old Spice · 3.0 oz (85 g) Score 93 out of 100 Excellent