Synthetic FragranceUpdated a month ago
Are chemical mixtures used in cosmetic products to create or mask a specific scent. The FDA does not require the disclosure of individual ingredients used to create fragrances. Many ingredients of fragrances are associated with contact allergy and may contain diethyl phthalate (see Diethyl Phthalate).
Sources:
https://www.fda.gov/cosmetics/labeling/regulations/ucm126444.htm#clgl4
https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC3858659/
https://ec.europa.eu/health/scientific_committees/consumer_safety/docs/sccs_o_073.pdf
http://www.contactdermatitisinstitute.com/pdfs/allergens/Fragrance%20mix.pdf