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VH Skincare Glossary

Fragrance-free and unscented

Fragrance-free means a product has no added fragrance; unscented means a fragrance has been added to cover the smell of other ingredients.

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What it means

Neither label guarantees a product will not irritate. Natural oils and plant extracts can still cause reactions, and fragrance remains one of the most common causes of allergic contact dermatitis.

If your skin is reactive, check the full ingredient list rather than relying on the front label.

Also known as

  • fragrance free
  • unscented
  • no fragrance

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General information, not medical advice. Talk to a clinician about any decision about your health.