Perfume is a fragrance product that is used in many cosmetics, toiletries, and household products. The word "fragrance" or "parfum" on a product label represents an undisclosed mixture of various scent chemicals and ingredients used as fragrance dispersants. Fragrances are substances possessing strong- smelling organic compounds that have characteristic, pleasant odors. They are typically composed of alcohols, aldehydes, ketones, esters, and lactones. However, the use of perfume directly exposes the skin to various chemicals, which can lead to irritant and allergic reactions. Some fragrance ingredients have been associated with allergies, dermatitis, respiratory distress, and potential effects on the reproductive system. Perfumes are classified into different groups based on their concentration of fragrance, and they are composed of three structural parts: the head, middle, and base notes, which provide the first impression, body, and lasting impression of the fragrance, respectively
. Some concerns have been raised about the safety of fragrance ingredients, as many of these chemicals lack substantial research and safety data, and some have been associated with serious negative health effects
. If you are concerned about the ingredients in your perfume, you can choose from many beauty brands that do not use fragrance and disclose every aspect of their product's ingredients
