Artificial Raspberry Fragrance

• if you have an adverse reaction to a cosmetic or toiletry there is a good chance that colorants or fragrance chemicals are responsible. The following may help to explain why. Many cosmetics come in both a normal ad hypoallergenic form. Commonly, both products have the same ingredients but the hypoallergenic version contains no colorants or fragrance chemicals, and is sold in smaller containers that cost more. Many artificial flavors and fragrances contain a large number of fragrance chemicals.

• Minor additions or variations to this recipe may be necessary to compensate for any unpleasant odors produced by the other ingredients in te product. If this were the case, the recipe could include a larger number of hazardous, artificial chemicals.

• 100 parts	4-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)-2butanone 1,8,6
  30 parts	3-Hydroxy-2-methyl-4pyrone (Maltol) 1,5,9,12
  20 parts	4-Hydroxy-3Methoxybenzaldehyde (Vanillin) 2,5,9
  1 part	a-Ionone 1,4,5,9,10,11,12
  1 part	Methyl sulfide 1,4,5,9,10.11.12
  1 part	2.5-Dimethyl-N-(2-pyrazinyl) pyrrole 9,12

• Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
• Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to eyes.
• May cause sensitization by inhalation and by skin contact.
• Risk of serious damage to the eyes.
• In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
• Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.
• Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection
• Do not breathe dust.
• Wear suitable protective clothing.
• Do not breathe vapor.
• Keep away from sources of ignition-No smoking.
• Harmful if swallowed

• When a scent or a mixture of fragrance chemicals are added to a cosmetic or toiletry, this is indicated on the list of ingredients by the word "Fragrance" in the USA, or "parfum" in the EU.
• The fragrance may be a natural plant extract or a cocktail of several artificial fragrance chemicals.
• There are 932 fragrance chemicals listed by the EU Commission and none of these has to be named separately on the list of ingredients.
• A perfumer will use his/or her experience, skill and imagination to blend these fragrance chemicals to produce the desired effect.
• However, they cannot exercise creative talents  with complete freedom, as they must always consider the cost of individual fragrance chemicals - using the less expensive options where ever possible.
• They must also ensure the fragrance chemicals are compatible with the other ingredients in the product.
• Few perfumes contain less than 20 fragrance chemicals and many have more than a hundred.
• They are used in minute quantities but many of them are known to have irritant, harmful, or toxic properties, so it is no wonder that many adverse reactions to cosmetics are linked to these fragrance chemicals.
• Have a look at the recipe for raspberry fragrance to see why.
• If you have an adverse reaction to a personal care product, try using one that has no added fragrances.
• Be warned, however, "fragrance free" or "unscented" written on the packaging is not guarantee that the product is for from these ingredients.
• A small amount of fragrance may be added to cover up the unpleasant smells of the other ingredients.
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  Reference: Cosmetics Unmasked : Dr Stephen & Gina Antczak