Herod
EDP Spray

Fragrance Notes

Black PepperCedarCedarwoodCinnamonCinnamon and PepperCypriol Oil or Nagarmotha and VetiverIncenseIso E SuperLabdanumMuskOsmanthus and LabdanumTobacco
MenEau de ParfumWoody Spicy

CA Perfume

Herod

Inspired by Parfums De Marly · Format: EDP Spray

Format
A-
HumanSafe Verified
27 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™
6.8 / 10
MEI™Romantic mood profile
Environmental Safety
ESSEnvironmental assessment
Evidence Quality
CSSConfidence in evidence base

Why This Score

Ambroxan comprises 40% of the formula and carries a strong safety rating (ISS 7.0/10, Grade A), making it a well-established woody base with a proven track record in fragrance.
Dihydro pentamethylindanone, present at 7.5%, achieves an excellent ISS score of 8.5/10 (Grade A), indicating favorable safety data for this synthetic fragrance compound.
One ingredient (Ethanone derivative at 25%) carries a moderate safety grade (ISS 6.6/10) rather than Grade A; while not a red flag, sensitive individuals should perform a patch test before full application.

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: Herod is a woody spicy eau de parfum with a PSS Grade A- rating, indicating good overall safety for typical adult use. One moderate-grade ingredient warrants a patch test for those with sensitive skin.

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Key Factors

Score Drivers
01 / INGREDIENT SAFETY
Formulation Quality
Dose-aware ingredient safety at actual use concentration. 18 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.
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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

27 Total
CAS No.INCI NameFUNCTIONISSStatus
64-17-5EthanolSolvent / Carrier7.0PoorModerate
7732-18-5AquaSolvent / Carrier10.0Low Risk
1222-05-5AmbroxanFragrance ingredient7.0A-Moderate
54464-57-2Tetramethyl AcetyloctahydronaphthalenesFragrance ingredient7.0BModerate
33704-61-9Dihydro PentamethylindanoneFragrance ingredient9.0ALow Risk

22 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™
6.8
MEI™
Primary Mood
Romantic
Secondary Mood
Confident
Inner Voice
I am beautiful.
CONFIDENCE
6.7
MOOD LIFT
6.8
WARMTH
7.7
ENERGY
3.4
PRESENCE
7.2
IDENTITY
6.9
SOCIAL EASE
6.7

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

Higher PSS Score

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Herod safe for daily use?+

Herod achieves a PSS score of 7.0/10 (Grade A-), which supports daily application for most adults. However, because fragrance products are personal-use items, individual tolerance varies—start with limited exposure if you have sensitive skin or a history of fragrance reactions.

Are there any ingredients I should watch out for?+

The formula is dominated by ambroxan and two synthetic woody compounds, all with strong safety profiles. One ingredient carries a moderate (rather than top-tier) safety rating; patch testing on a small area of skin 24 hours before full use is a sensible precaution for anyone prone to skin sensitivity.

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

PSS (Product Safety Score) is an independent safety assessment. A Grade A- indicates the product meets high safety standards based on its ingredient profile and concentrations, though it is not the absolute highest grade. This rating reflects data available at the time of analysis and does not replace individual patch testing or medical advice.

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 0590
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Safety Data Sheet — OilCA PO 0590
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IFRA CertificateCA-0590
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Allergen Declaration — EDPCA PS 0590
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Allergen Declaration — OilCA PO 0590
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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.