We hate to be the ones to tell you this, but fragrances are by their nature harmful.

A shocking 95% of chemicals used are synthetic and are derived from petrochemicals.

Diazolidinyl Urea, for example, is used in many scented lotions and cosmetics as a preservative.

A woman applying lotion to her arm

It can release formaldehyde over a long period time and has been linked to cancer (via theIndependent).

Parabensare another controversial ingredient found in many products like skin lotion.

While some say their danger has been over-hyped, they are a common allergen that come with some problems.

A woman using lotion

Not sure what’s safe and what’s not?