Parfum / Fragrance
Fragrance composition
- Role
- Adds scent to a product or masks the odor of raw materials.
- Catalog formulas
- 1
- Type
- Scent
- Verified
- 10.09.2026
What does this ingredient do in an antiperspirant?
Parfum is an umbrella term for a fragrance mixture. Certain regulated fragrance allergens may also be listed separately in the INCI.
Part of a system, not a label in isolation
Fragrance does not reduce sweating. A fragrance-free formula may be more convenient for people sensitive to scents or those who wear perfume.
The presence of Parfum does not mean that a product is dangerous. The specific composition, concentration and individual sensitization are what matter.
Fragrances are among the common causes of cosmetic contact allergy in sensitive individuals.
‘Unscented’ and ‘fragrance-free’ are not always equivalent: a product may contain a masking fragrance without having a noticeable scent.
Products containing Parfum / Fragrance
Links are based on the complete published INCI list for the exact product version.
Sources
The conclusions apply to the stated conditions and jurisdictions, not automatically to every concentration or product.
- European Commission: fragrance allergens Supports: labeling, allergen context