Amber-Musc
EDP Spray

Fragrance Notes

AgarwoodAgarwood (Oud)AmberIncenseLeatherMuskOrange BlossomPatchouliVanilla
WomenEau de ParfumAmber

CA Perfume

Amber-Musc

Inspired by Narciso Rodriguez · Format: EDP Spray

Format
A-
HumanSafe Verified
49 Ingredients Assessed
Generally Safe
73th percentile · No allergens flagged

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

No Banned SubstancesEDP Leave-On Format
Product Safety Score
7.3 / 10
PSSDose-aware safety at actual concentration
Mood Elevation Index™
6.6 / 10
MEI™Romantic mood profile
Environmental Safety
ESSEnvironmental assessment
Evidence Quality
CSSConfidence in evidence base

Why This Score

Ambroxan (15.0%) is the primary ingredient and rates Grade A with high safety clearance (ISS 7.0/10), providing the fragrance's signature warm amber character.
Benzyl Salicylate (7.5%) carries an excellent ISS score of 8.5/10 (Grade A), indicating strong safety data at this concentration level.
One secondary ingredient (Tetrahydro-2-isobutyl-4-methylpyran-4-ol at 6.2%) rates Grade Moderate with an ISS of 6.6/10, indicating adequate but not optimal safety documentation at present concentrations.

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: Amber Musc is a Grade B fragrance (PSS 6.7/10) with mostly high-safety ingredients, though one component has moderate rather than strong safety data. It is generally suitable for typical fragrance use, but sensitive individuals should patch-test first.

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Key Factors

Score Drivers
01 / INGREDIENT SAFETY
Formulation Quality
Dose-aware ingredient safety at actual use concentration. 36 ingredients assessed using SCCS opinions, ECHA REACH dossiers, and primary literature.
PSS 7.3
02 / ENVIRONMENTAL
Environmental Safety
Environmental impact at full formulation level — sourcing, biodegradability, and persistence in aquatic systems assessed per REACH and ECHA criteria.
Members only
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

49 Total
CAS No.INCI NameFUNCTIONISSStatus
64-17-5EthanolSolvent / Carrier7.0PoorModerate
7732-18-5AquaSolvent / Carrier10.0Low Risk
1222-05-5AmbroxanFragrance ingredient7.0A-Moderate
63500-71-0Tetrahydro-2-Isobutyl-4-Methylpyran-4-Ol, MixedFragrance ingredient6.6ModerateModerate
118-58-1Benzyl SalicylateFragrance ingredient9.0A⚑ EU Allergen

44 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™
6.6
MEI™
Primary Mood
Romantic
Secondary Mood
Confident
Inner Voice
I am beautiful.
CONFIDENCE
6.5
MOOD LIFT
6.7
WARMTH
7.6
ENERGY
2.5
PRESENCE
7.1
IDENTITY
7.0
SOCIAL EASE
6.2

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

Higher PSS Score

Products with higher Product Safety Scores. Independently assessed by HumanSafe™.

Frequently Asked Questions

Is Amber Musc safe for daily use?+

Amber Musc's PSS Grade B rating and ingredient profile support regular use for most adults. However, because it is an eau de parfum (higher concentration than eau de toilette), apply sparingly—typically 1–2 spritzes—to avoid skin sensitization. Individuals with fragrance sensitivities or very reactive skin should perform a 24-hour patch test on a small area first.

Are there any ingredients I should watch out for?+

The formulation is dominated by well-documented ingredients like Ambroxan and Benzyl Salicylate. One secondary ingredient, Tetrahydro-2-isobutyl-4-methylpyran-4-ol, has moderate safety documentation rather than full Grade A status. There are no known allergens flagged at these concentrations, but individuals with known fragrance allergies or sensitivities should review the full ingredient list with a dermatologist if needed.

What does a PSS of 6.7/10 (Grade B) mean?+

The PSS (Product Safety Score) is an independent assessment of overall safety based on ingredient safety data, concentrations, and potential interactions. A Grade B score indicates good safety standing with minor gaps in data or one moderate-rated component. This is a solid rating for cosmetic fragrances and does not mean the product is unsafe—only that it falls short of the highest Grade A tier.

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 20267.3Current assessment — PSS v4.1 route-weighted engine. Dose-aware scoring at actual use concentration.
Safety Documents
Safety Data Sheet — EDPCA PS 0472
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Safety Data Sheet — OilCA PO 0472
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IFRA CertificateCA-0472
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Allergen Declaration — EDPCA PS 0472
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Allergen Declaration — OilCA PO 0472
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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.