The Duchess Rose
EDP Spray

Fragrance Notes

Mandarin OrangeMuskRoseWoody Notes
WomenEau de ParfumAmber Floral

CA Perfume

The Duchess Rose

Inspired by Penhaligon's · Format: EDP Spray

Format
A-
HumanSafe Verified
23 Ingredients Assessed
Generally Safe
78th 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
7.8 / 10
PSSDose-aware safety at actual concentration
Mood Elevation Index™
5.4 / 10
MEI™Fresh mood profile
Environmental Safety
ESSEnvironmental assessment
Evidence Quality
CSSConfidence in evidence base

Why This Score

Two high-safety synthetic musks (Ethylene Brassylate and 1,4-Dioxacycloheptadecane-5,17-dione) each score 10.0/10 on the ingredient safety scale, providing excellent safety margins.
Ambroxan, a widely used amber fragrance component, carries a solid ISS score of 7.0/10 (Grade A) and is well-established in cosmetic safety databases.
The product contains two polycyclic synthetic compounds at high concentrations (50% and 45%) with moderate-to-good safety profiles; long-term skin sensitization risk remains low but warrants a patch test for sensitive skin.

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: The Coveted Duchess Rose is an eau de parfum with a Grade A- safety profile (PSS 7.5/10). The fragrance relies on well-studied synthetic musks and amber compounds; no critical safety red flags exist, though users with reactive skin should perform a patch test before regular use.

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Key Factors

Score Drivers
01 / INGREDIENT SAFETY
Formulation Quality
Dose-aware ingredient safety at actual use concentration. 13 ingredients assessed using SCCS opinions, ECHA REACH dossiers, and primary literature.
PSS 7.8
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

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

18 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™
5.4
MEI™
Primary Mood
Fresh
Secondary Mood
Romantic
Inner Voice
I am radiant.
CONFIDENCE
4.9
MOOD LIFT
6.1
WARMTH
5.9
ENERGY
2.6
PRESENCE
5.1
IDENTITY
5.0
SOCIAL EASE
5.8

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 The Coveted Duchess Rose safe for daily use?+

Yes, for most users. The PSS score of 7.5/10 indicates good overall safety. However, daily application of any eau de parfum should follow normal precautions: apply to pulse points rather than large body areas, and avoid contact with eyes and broken skin. If you have a history of fragrance sensitivity, start with limited use.

Are there any ingredients I should watch out for?+

The two primary ingredients—Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes and an unresolved polycyclic compound—are synthetic fragrance materials with acceptable safety data. Neither is banned in major cosmetic regulations. If you have sensitive skin or known fragrance allergies, perform a patch test on a small area 24–48 hours before full application.

What does a PSS of 7.5/10 (Grade A-) mean?+

PSS (Product Safety Score) is an independent safety rating where 7.5/10 falls in the 'good' range. Grade A- indicates above-average safety for a fragrance product, with no major regulatory concerns. This score reflects the ingredient profile, concentration levels, and available toxicological data, but does not replace personal skin compatibility testing.

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 20267.8Current assessment — PSS v4.1 route-weighted engine. Dose-aware scoring at actual use concentration.
Safety Documents
Safety Data Sheet — EDPCA PS 0803
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Safety Data Sheet — OilCA PO 0803
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IFRA CertificateCA-0803
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Allergen Declaration — EDPCA PS 0803
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Allergen Declaration — OilCA PO 0803
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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.