For everyone’s benefit

The fragrance industry is firmly committed to safeguarding human health and protecting our planet. Through rigorous scientific assessment, sustainable sourcing, and transparent standards, we innovate responsibly, ensuring every scent delights consumers while minimizing environmental impact and fostering long-term ecological resilience.

Fragrance, health and the environment

Protecting people

Fragrance houses invest heavily in cutting-edge toxicology, dermatology and exposure science. New findings feed directly into the IFRA Standards, which limit or prohibit materials when evidence shows a potential risk. Clear ingredient labelling and harmonised hazard communication — guided by the annual IFRA-IOFI GHS Labelling Manual — help consumers and workers understand how to use products safely.

Respecting the planet

From biodiversity-rich raw materials to modern synthetic molecules designed for rapid biodegradation, the industry works to reduce its footprint. Guidance on the Nagoya Protocol supports fair benefit-sharing with communities that steward genetic resources, while life-cycle assessments steer research toward lower carbon, water and waste impacts.