Sandalwood
EDP Spray

Fragrance Notes

CardamomMuskSandalwoodWoody NotesYlang-Ylang
Women & MenPerfume OilWoody Aromatic

CA Perfume

Sandalwood

Inspired by Narciso Rodriguez · Format: EDP Spray

A-
HumanSafe Verified
28 Ingredients Assessed
Generally Safe
75th percentile · No allergens flagged

Safe for everyday use. This product is suitable for most adults in normal fragrance application.

No Banned Substances1 Sensitizer FlagReproductive Hazard NotedEDP Leave-On Format
Product Safety Score
7.5 / 10
PSSDose-aware safety at actual concentration
Mood Elevation Index™
5.9 / 10
MEI™Serene mood profile
Environmental Safety
ESSEnvironmental assessment
Evidence Quality
CSSConfidence in evidence base

Why This Score

High concentration of polycyclic musks (tetramethyl acetyloctahydronaphthalenes at 70% total) provides strong woody character with a documented safety grade of A.
Contains 2,6-dimethyl-7-octen-2-ol (10%), a naturally-derived alcohol with an ISS score of 8.5/10, supporting the serene mood profile.
Ambrocinate (5%) carries a notably lower ISS safety score of 3.0/10. While graded A, consumers sensitive to synthetic musks or with fragrance sensitivities should patch-test before regular use.

Scores are calculated by HumanSafe™ — an independent third-party platform — using peer-reviewed toxicology sources, regulatory databases, and HumanSafe's Mood Architecture™.

Safety at a Glance

✅ Safe for

  • Daily topical use
  • Most healthy adults
  • Long-term skin contact
  • EDP leave-on format

⚠ Use with care if

  • Sensitive or reactive skin
  • Direct eye-area contact

✕ Avoid if

  • Broken or compromised skin
  • Children under 3 years
Bottom line: Santal Musc is a woody aromatic EDP with a Grade A- safety profile (PSS 7.0/10), suitable for most consumers. The primary concern is ambrocinate, a synthetic musk with lower individual safety metrics—patch testing is recommended for sensitive skin.

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Key Factors

Score Drivers
01 / INGREDIENT SAFETY
Formulation Quality
Dose-aware ingredient safety at actual use concentration. 21 ingredients assessed using SCCS opinions, ECHA REACH dossiers, and primary literature.
PSS 7.5
02 / ENVIRONMENTAL
Environmental Safety
Environmental impact at full formulation level — sourcing, biodegradability, and persistence in aquatic systems assessed per REACH and ECHA criteria.
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03 / EVIDENCE QUALITY
Data Confidence
Confidence Substantiation Score — weighted evidence quality from clinical RCTs (A), observational studies (B), expert consensus (C). Higher CSS = more reliable scores.
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Ingredients

28 Total
CAS No.INCI NameFUNCTIONISSStatus
64-17-5EthanolSolvent / Carrier7.0PoorModerate
7732-18-5AquaSolvent / Carrier10.0Low Risk
54464-57-2Tetramethyl AcetyloctahydronaphthalenesFragrance ingredient7.0BModerate
1222-05-5AmbroxanFragrance ingredient7.0A-Moderate
105-95-3Ethylene BrassylateFragrance ingredient10.0A+Low Risk

23 more ingredients in this formulation

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Ingredients sourced from MG Safety Data Sheet and EU Allergen Certificate. Formulation: fragrance oil 20% + Ethanol 65% + Aqua 15%. ⚑ = EU regulated allergen (Regulation EC 1223/2009). Note 1 = Annex II prohibited substance. Note 2 = commercial quality (includes both isomers).

Fragrance Mood Profile

MEI™ Mood Architecture
Mood Elevation
Index™
5.9
MEI™
Primary Mood
Serene
Secondary Mood
Romantic
Inner Voice
I am enough.
CONFIDENCE
5.7
MOOD LIFT
6.0
WARMTH
7.0
ENERGY
2.5
PRESENCE
6.3
IDENTITY
5.8
SOCIAL EASE
5.7

MEI™ scores are calculated by HumanSafe™ using HumanSafe's Mood Architecture™ — a 9-dimension olfactory-emotion mapping system. MEI is an intensity scale: 3/10 = subtle, 9/10 = immersive. Score reflects mood character, not safety.

Usage & Safety Guidance

How to Use
Apply to pulse points — wrists, neck, inner elbow. For Duo Set: oil first, then EDP spray over for superior fixation.
Frequency
Safe for daily use at normal application volumes for healthy adults.
Storage
Room temperature, away from sunlight. Shelf life: 24 months unopened, 12 months after first use.
When to Avoid
Known fragrance allergy. Broken or irritated skin. Children under 3 years.

Safer Alternatives

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Santal Musc safe for daily use?+

Yes, for most consumers. The overall PSS score of 7.0/10 (Grade A-) indicates good safety for regular application. However, if you have a history of fragrance sensitivity or reactions to synthetic musks, start with occasional use or a patch test on a small area first to monitor for irritation.

Are there any ingredients I should watch out for?+

The main ingredient to monitor is ambrocinate (5%), a synthetic musk with an ISS score of 3.0/10—the lowest safety metric in the formula. While still graded A, some sensitive individuals may react. Polycyclic musks make up 70% of the fragrance; discontinue use if redness, itching, or respiratory irritation occurs.

What does a PSS of 7.0/10 (Grade A-) mean?+

PSS (Product Safety Score) measures overall safety based on ingredient safety data, concentration, and typical use patterns. A score of 7.0/10 with Grade A- indicates above-average safety—suitable for most skin types and daily wear. It is not a perfect score, meaning occasional sensitivity cases may occur, particularly with fragrance-prone individuals.

The HumanSafe™ Difference

Most safety tools rate ingredients in isolation — one score regardless of concentration, context, or how the product is used. We assess at actual use concentration.

DimensionOther Apps (EWG, Yuka)HumanSafe™
Dose awarenessSame score regardless of concentrationAssessed at actual use concentration in this product
Exposure contextSame score for rinse-off and leave-on productsAdjusted for product format and absorption rate
AllergensBinary flag — present or absentConcentration compared to IFRA/EU safe limits
Purchase signalScore only, no recommendationClear verdict + safer alternatives ranked by PSS

Version & Audit Trail

Last Updated
April 2026
Scoring Model
PSS v4.1
Data Pipeline
v3.3.2
Status
✓ Verified
VersionDatePSS ScoreISS (avg)Change Summary
v2.1.0April 20267.5Current assessment — PSS v4.1 route-weighted engine. Dose-aware scoring at actual use concentration.
Safety Documents
Safety Data Sheet — EDPCA PS 0188
Available
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Safety Data Sheet — OilCA PO 0188
Not available
IFRA CertificateCA-0188
Not available
Allergen Declaration — EDPCA PS 0188
Available
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Allergen Declaration — OilCA PO 0188
Not available
Safety Data Sheets are prepared by EMRA LLC for CA Perfume, based on the supplier safety data sheet on file for each fragrance. IFRA and Allergen certificates are original supplier documents on file.
HumanSafe™ is an independent third-party platform. This evaluation is not affiliated with the brand or manufacturer. Scores reflect HumanSafe's proprietary PSS methodology — Ingredient Safety (ISS), Environmental Safety (ESS), and Confidence Substantiation (CSS) — and HumanSafe's Mood Elevation Index™ (MEI™). All scores on a 0–10 display scale. Evidence grades: A=RCT · B=Observational · C=Expert consensus.