Violet & Amber Absol
EDP Spray

Fragrance Notes

AgarwoodAgarwood (Oud)AmberFloral NotesMuskVioletViolet LeafWhite FlowersWhite Musk
Women & MenPerfume OilAmber Floral

CA Perfume

Violet & Amber Absol

Inspired by Jo Malone · Format: EDP Spray

Format
A-
HumanSafe Verified ✓
28 Ingredients Assessed
Generally Safe
77th 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
7.7 / 10
PSSDose-aware safety at actual concentration
Mood Elevation Index™
7.3 / 10
MEI™Romantic mood profile
Environmental Safety
ESSEnvironmental assessment
Evidence Quality
CSSConfidence in evidence base
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Why This Score

✔Ethylene Brassylate (20.0%) is the primary ingredient and carries a strong safety profile (ISS 10.0/10), providing a stable, well-studied fragrance base.
✔Linalyl Acetate (5.0%) and Coumarin (2.5%) are established fragrance components with documented safety records at these concentration levels.
⚠Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes (15.0%) is a synthetic polycyclic compound with a moderate ISS rating (6.5/10); skin sensitivity testing is recommended for individuals with fragrance sensitivities.

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: Violet & Amber Absol is an Eau de Parfum with a Grade A- safety profile (PSS 7.9/10), built on established fragrance ingredients. The primary concern is the moderate ISS rating of one synthetic component; individuals with known fragrance allergies 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. 21 ingredients assessed using SCCS opinions, ECHA REACH dossiers, and primary literature.
PSS 7.7
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
105-95-3Ethylene BrassylateFragrance ingredient10.0A+Low Risk
54464-57-2Tetramethyl AcetyloctahydronaphthalenesFragrance ingredient7.0BModerate
1222-05-5AmbroxanFragrance ingredient7.0A-Moderate

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™
7.3
MEI™
Primary Mood
Romantic
Secondary Mood
Confident
Inner Voice
I am beautiful.
CONFIDENCE
7.4
MOOD LIFT
7.4
WARMTH
8.3
ENERGY
2.9
PRESENCE
7.3
IDENTITY
7.9
SOCIAL EASE
6.9

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Is Violet & Amber Absol safe for daily use?+

Yes, for most users. The product carries a Grade A- safety score, and the top ingredients are well-documented in fragrance formulations. However, daily use depends on your skin sensitivity; if you have a history of fragrance reactions or reactive skin, start with limited application and monitor for irritation.

Are there any ingredients I should watch out for?+

Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes is a synthetic compound with a moderate safety index (6.5/10) and may trigger sensitivity in fragrance-sensitive individuals. Coumarin, while generally safe, can cause photosensitivity in rare cases. If you have known allergies to fragrance components, patch-test on a small skin area before full application.

What does a PSS of 7.9/10 (Grade A-) mean?+

The Product Safety Score (PSS) of 7.9/10 reflects an overall strong safety profile based on ingredient analysis and known toxicology data. Grade A- indicates the product is safe for intended use in healthy adults, though minor precautions (such as patch-testing for sensitive skin) remain prudent. This is not a medical certification and does not replace individual health considerations.

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 20267.7—Current assessment — PSS v4.1 route-weighted engine. Dose-aware scoring at actual use concentration.
Safety Documents
Safety Information Sheet — EDPCA PS 0713
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Safety Information Sheet — OilCA PO 0713
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IFRA CertificateCA-0713
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Allergen Declaration — EDPCA PS 0713
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Allergen Declaration — OilCA PO 0713
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SDS downloads are drafts generated from HumanSafe™ database records. They are not regulatory SDS documents — obtain the original supplier document for compliance submissions. 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.