Kensington Amber
EDP Spray

Fragrance Notes

BenzoinBergamotCedar and Tonka BeanCedarwoodCinnamonLabdanumTonka BeanVanilla
Women & MenPerfume OilAmber

CA Perfume

Kensington Amber

Inspired by Penhaligon's · Format: EDP Spray

Format
A
HumanSafe Verified
25 Ingredients Assessed
Very Safe
81th percentile · No allergens flagged

Exceptionally safe for everyday use. This product has an elite safety profile — all ingredients assessed at actual use concentration with no significant risk factors identified.

Top-Tier Safety ProfileNo Banned SubstancesLow Concentration FormulaEDP Leave-On Format
Product Safety Score
8.1 / 10
PSSDose-aware safety at actual concentration
Mood Elevation Index™
7.6 / 10
MEI™Romantic mood profile
Environmental Safety
ESSEnvironmental assessment
Evidence Quality
CSSConfidence in evidence base

Why This Score

Ethylene Brassylate comprises 40% of the formula and carries a perfect ISS safety score of 10.0/10, indicating excellent dermatological safety.
Coumarin and Vanillin are well-established fragrance ingredients with documented safety histories and Grade A ratings at their stated concentrations.
The formula contains an unresolved compound at 5.0% concentration with an ISS score of 6.0/10; while acceptable, users with sensitive skin 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: Kensington Amber achieves a PSS Grade A rating (8.7/10), reflecting strong overall safety. The primary concern is an unidentified ingredient at meaningful concentration—generally safe but warrants caution for sensitive individuals.

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Key Factors

Score Drivers
01 / INGREDIENT SAFETY
Formulation Quality
Dose-aware ingredient safety at actual use concentration. 17 ingredients assessed using SCCS opinions, ECHA REACH dossiers, and primary literature.
PSS 8.1
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

25 Total
CAS No.INCI NameFUNCTIONISSStatus
64-17-5EthanolSolvent / Carrier7.0PoorModerate
7732-18-5AquaSolvent / Carrier10.0Low Risk
105-95-3Ethylene BrassylateFragrance ingredient10.0A+Low Risk
1506-02-1Ethanone, 1-(5,6,7,8-Tetrahydro-3,5,5,6,8,8-Fragrance ingredient6.6ModerateModerate
91-64-5CoumarinFragrance ingredient8.0A-⚑ EU Allergen

20 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™
7.6
MEI™
Primary Mood
Romantic
Secondary Mood
Confident
Inner Voice
I am beautiful.
CONFIDENCE
7.2
MOOD LIFT
8.0
WARMTH
9.5
ENERGY
4.1
PRESENCE
7.1
IDENTITY
6.9
SOCIAL EASE
7.4

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 Kensington Amber safe for daily use?+

Yes, the product scores well on the Product Safety Scale (8.7/10, Grade A). However, daily use depends on individual skin sensitivity. Start with limited application and monitor for any irritation, especially if you have known fragrance sensitivities or reactive skin.

Are there any ingredients I should watch out for?+

The main ingredient, Ethylene Brassylate, is very well-tolerated. Coumarin and Vanillin are common fragrance components with good safety records. One ingredient listed as a chemical identifier could not be fully resolved in this analysis; if you have multiple fragrance allergies, consult the full ingredient list or perform a patch test first.

What does a PSS of 8.7/10 (Grade A) mean?+

The Product Safety Score (PSS) evaluates the overall safety profile of a cosmetic product based on ingredient concentrations, dermatological safety data, and regulatory compliance. A Grade A rating indicates strong safety margins for typical consumer use, though individual reactions remain possible.

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 20268.1Current assessment — PSS v4.1 route-weighted engine. Dose-aware scoring at actual use concentration.
Safety Documents
Safety Information Sheet — EDPCA PS 0818
DraftAvailable
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Safety Information Sheet — OilCA PO 0818
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IFRA CertificateCA-0818
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Allergen Declaration — EDPCA PS 0818
DraftAvailable
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Allergen Declaration — OilCA PO 0818
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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.