Jo Malone Dark Amber & Ginger Lily Cologne Intense 3.4 Ounces
Summary
This product contains fragrance, which is a complex mixture of chemicals that can cause allergic reactions or skin irritation in sensitive individuals. The presence of fragrance detracts from the overall safety profile, but the absence of other harmful ingredients keeps the score moderate. The product's processing level also influences its rating, as it is considered ultra-processed.
At a glance
Key ingredients 11
Alcohol Denat.Neutral
Alcohol Denat. is commonly used as a solvent in perfumes and colognes to help dissolve other ingredients and enhance fragrance dispersion. It evaporates quickly, leaving the fragrance on the skin. However, it can be drying to the skin if used in high concentrations.
Risks
Potential to cause skin dryness or irritation, especially for sensitive skin.
Benefits
Helps in the quick evaporation of the product, enhancing the fragrance experience.
WaterNeutral
Water is used as a solvent in many cosmetic products, helping to dissolve other ingredients. It acts as a base for the formulation. It is generally considered safe and non-irritating.
Benefits
Provides a base for the formulation and helps in the application of the product.
Fragrance (Parfum)Bad
Fragrance is used to impart a pleasant scent to the product. However, it is a complex mixture of chemicals that can cause allergic reactions or skin irritation in sensitive individuals. Fragrance is often criticized for its potential to cause skin sensitization.
Risks
May cause skin irritation or allergic reactions, especially in sensitive individuals.
Benefits
Enhances the sensory experience of the product by providing a pleasant scent.
LinaloolNeutral
Linalool is a naturally occurring terpene alcohol found in many flowers and spice plants. It is used in cosmetics for its pleasant floral scent. While generally safe, it can oxidize when exposed to air, potentially causing skin irritation.
Risks
May cause skin irritation or allergic reactions upon oxidation.
Benefits
Provides a pleasant floral scent to the product.
CoumarinNeutral
Coumarin is a fragrant organic chemical compound found in many plants. It is used in perfumes for its sweet scent. While generally safe, it can cause allergic reactions in some individuals.
Risks
Potential allergen that may cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals.
Benefits
Adds a sweet, pleasant scent to the fragrance profile.
LimoneneNeutral
Limonene is a naturally occurring chemical found in the peels of citrus fruits. It is used in cosmetics for its fresh, citrus scent. However, it can oxidize and cause skin irritation or allergic reactions.
Risks
May cause skin irritation or allergic reactions upon oxidation.
Benefits
Provides a fresh, citrus scent to the product.
CitronellolNeutral
Citronellol is a naturally occurring acyclic monoterpenoid, used in perfumes for its rose-like scent. It is generally considered safe but can cause allergic reactions in some individuals.
Risks
Potential allergen that may cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals.
Benefits
Contributes a rose-like scent to the fragrance profile.
CitralNeutral
Citral is a key component in the scent of lemon and is used in perfumes for its strong citrus aroma. It is generally safe but can cause skin sensitization in some individuals.
Risks
May cause skin sensitization or allergic reactions in sensitive individuals.
Benefits
Provides a strong citrus aroma to the fragrance.
GeraniolNeutral
Geraniol is a monoterpenoid and an alcohol, used in perfumes for its sweet, rose-like scent. It is generally safe but can cause allergic reactions in some individuals.
Risks
Potential allergen that may cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals.
Benefits
Adds a sweet, rose-like scent to the fragrance profile.
Evernia Prunastri (Oakmoss) ExtractNeutral
Oakmoss extract is used in perfumery for its earthy, mossy scent. It is a natural ingredient but can cause allergic reactions in some individuals.
Risks
Potential allergen that may cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals.
Benefits
Provides an earthy, mossy scent to the fragrance.
CinnamalNeutral
Cinnamal is a naturally occurring organic compound used in perfumes for its cinnamon scent. It is generally safe but can cause allergic reactions in some individuals.
Risks
Potential allergen that may cause skin irritation in sensitive individuals.
Benefits
Adds a warm, spicy cinnamon scent to the fragrance profile.
Processing
Ultra-Processed Foods
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