Fragrance-free describes a formulation choice. It is not a promise that nobody will react to the product.
A label worth reading carefully
FDA does not provide a standard federal definition for “fragrance-free” on cosmetic labels. That makes the complete ingredient list and the manufacturer's explanation useful companions to the claim.
“Unscented” is not necessarily the same thing. Ingredients can be used to mask an odor rather than create a noticeable perfume. If fragrance is something you avoid, look beyond the front label.
How we use the term
Our manufacturer lists the four Ozera formulas as fragrance-free. We present that as a formulation attribute, alongside the full ingredient list for each product. It is not an allergy certification.
Fragrance-free also does not tell you exactly how a formula will smell. Raw ingredients may have their own odor.
When you already know you react
Check for the specific ingredients you need to avoid. If you have a diagnosed allergy, ask the clinician who identified it how to read labels for that allergen. Trying a product on a small area at home cannot rule out every possible reaction.
Read our guide to introducing a product on a small area first.
Further reading: FDA: allergens in cosmetics
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