Natural Fragrance

Synonyms: Natural parfum

Sources of exposure:

Personal care

Cleaning products and household care

Perfumes, colognes, deodorants, lotions, shampoos, conditioners, soaps, body washes, cosmetics, laundry detergents, fabric softeners, household cleaners, air fresheners, scented candles, perfumes in household textiles, and other fragranced home goods

Description:

Natural fragrance is a term used to describe fragrance ingredients obtained from natural sources, primarily plants, through processes such as distillation, extraction, or expression. These formulations may contain essential oils, botanical extracts, absolutes, and naturally occurring aromatic compounds. The term "natural" does not have a single universally recognized definition across all consumer product categories, so its meaning can vary by manufacturer and applicable standards. Natural fragrances can contain numerous individual chemicals, some of which may cause allergic reactions or skin sensitization. The term does not necessarily indicate that the complete fragrance composition has been disclosed or that the ingredients are safer than synthetic alternatives. Examples of naturally occurring fragrance compounds include limonene, linalool, geraniol, and citral.

Health concerns:

No specific health concerns have been flagged for this chemical.

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