Can I use a facial mask containing fragrance?

More and more people pay attention to skin care, and there are more and more facial mask products on the market. The quality of facial masks containing fragrances is also uneven. I don’t know if facial masks containing fragrances have any harm, and whether facial masks containing fragrances can be used?

Can I use a facial mask containing fragrance?

Some facial masks containing fragrances can be used while others cannot. It depends on the quality of the mask, the amount of fragrance it contains, and the condition of the skin. Some unqualified masks containing fragrances may contain chemicals that irritate the skin and may cause enlarged pores or create dependence on the product. Therefore, it is recommended to use it less or alternate with other masks.

What is Fragrance

Fragrance is a mixture, generally composed of two or more natural or artificial fragrances, and is commonly used in cosmetics. Natural flavors are mainly divided into plant-based natural flavors and animal-based flavors; synthetic flavors can be divided into two categories according to their chemical structure: natural structure and artificial structure. Inferior quality chemical synthetic flavors may cause various allergic reactions, spasmodic cough, allergic rhinitis, conjunctivitis, urticaria, etc. in some people with allergies.

Does fragrance harm the skin?

Fragrance is used in small amounts in cosmetics, but it is the most common factor causing allergic reactions and other irritant reactions in cosmetics. According to statistics, each flavor can cause sensitization and irritation reactions in some people, including symptoms such as allergic contact dermatitis, photoirritation or phototoxicity, photocontact dermatitis, non-immune contact urticaria and immune urticaria, as well as subjective irritation. Common fragrances that are likely to cause allergies include: cinnamyl alcohol, phenylethyl alcohol, hydroxycitronellal, benzyl salicylate, citronellal, coumarin, cinnamaldehyde, jasmine, geraniol, Peru balsam, isoeugenol, tree moss absolute, eugenol, oak moss absolute, aise alcohol, etc.

Fragrances are also safe

Although the fragrances in cosmetics may cause allergic and irritating reactions in some people, it does not mean that the fragrances are unsafe. There is no need to worry too much about the fragrances in cosmetics. Cosmetics produced by regular manufacturers must undergo safety tests before leaving the factory, and only those that meet safety requirements can be sold, so you can use them with confidence. However, people with sensitive skin need to be relatively cautious. It is recommended to use cosmetics with less or no fragrance. Before using new cosmetics, be sure to do an allergy test behind the ear to avoid unsafe risks caused by fragrance.