Fragrance Notes
CA Perfume
Velvet Gardenia
Inspired by Tom Ford · Format: EDP Spray
Safe for everyday use. This product is suitable for most adults in normal fragrance application.
Why This Score
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
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Key Factors
Score DriversIngredients
23 Total| CAS No. | INCI Name | FUNCTION | ISS | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 64-17-5 | Ethanol | Solvent / Carrier | 7.0Poor | Moderate |
| 7732-18-5 | Aqua | Solvent / Carrier | 10.0 | Low Risk |
| 78-70-6 | Linalool⚑ | Fragrance ingredient | 7.0A- | ⚑ EU Allergen |
| 120-51-4 | Benzyl Benzoate⚑ | Fragrance ingredient | 6.0B | ⚑ EU Allergen |
| 6259-76-3 | Hexyl Salicylate | Fragrance ingredient | 9.0A | Low Risk |
18 more ingredients in this formulation
See Full Ingredient List — Join Free →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 ArchitectureIndex™
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
Safer Alternatives
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Frequently Asked Questions
Is Velvet Gardenia safe for daily use?+
For most consumers, yes. The product scores 7.7/10 on the Product Safety Scale (Grade A-), indicating good overall safety. However, daily use depends on individual skin sensitivity. If you have a history of fragrance allergies or sensitive skin, start with occasional use and monitor for irritation or allergic reactions.
Are there any ingredients I should watch out for?+
Linalool and benzyl salicylate are the main ingredients to monitor. Both are recognized fragrance allergens and can cause allergic contact dermatitis in susceptible individuals, though adverse reactions are not common at typical fragrance concentrations. If you have known sensitivities to floral fragrances, perform a 24–48 hour patch test on a small area of skin first.
What does a PSS of 7.7/10 (Grade A-) mean?+
The Product Safety Scale (PSS) is an independent assessment of ingredient safety and formulation stability. A score of 7.7/10 (Grade A-) indicates above-average safety—the product's ingredients are well-researched and present minimal risk at normal use levels for the general population. This does not eliminate individual sensitivity risks.
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.
| Dimension | Other Apps (EWG, Yuka) | HumanSafe™ |
|---|---|---|
| Dose awareness | Same score regardless of concentration | Assessed at actual use concentration in this product |
| Exposure context | Same score for rinse-off and leave-on products | Adjusted for product format and absorption rate |
| Allergens | Binary flag — present or absent | Concentration compared to IFRA/EU safe limits |
| Purchase signal | Score only, no recommendation | Clear verdict + safer alternatives ranked by PSS |
Version & Audit Trail
| Version | Date | PSS Score | ISS (avg) | Change Summary |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| v2.1.0 | April 2026 | 7.6 | — | Current assessment — PSS v4.1 route-weighted engine. Dose-aware scoring at actual use concentration. |