Fragrance Notes
CA Perfume
Candy
Inspired by Prada · 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
26 Total| CAS No. | INCI Name | FUNCTION | ISS | Status |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 64-17-5 | Alcohol Denat. | Solvent / Carrier | 7.0A- | Moderate |
| 7732-18-5 | Aqua | Solvent / Carrier | 10.0A+ | Low Risk |
| 54464-57-2 | Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes | Fragrance ingredient | 7.0A- | Moderate |
| 1222-05-5 | 1,3,4,6,7,8-Hexahydro-4,6,6,7,8,8-Hexamethylindeno[5,6-C]Pyran | Fragrance ingredient | 5.7C | High Concern |
| 106-02-5 | Oxacyclohexadecan-2-One | Fragrance ingredient | 6.7B | Moderate |
21 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
Higher PSS ScoreProducts with higher Product Safety Scores. Independently assessed by HumanSafe™.
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Candy safe for daily use?+
Candy's A- safety grade supports daily fragrance use for most consumers. However, the 20% concentration of Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes—a synthetic polycyclic compound—means daily application may warrant a patch test first, especially if you have reactive or sensitive skin. As with all fragrances, apply to pulse points rather than large body areas.
Are there any ingredients I should watch out for?+
Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes is the ingredient warranting closest attention; it is a complex synthetic molecule present at 20% concentration. While it carries a grade A safety rating, its moderate ISS score (6.5/10) indicates it may trigger reactions in sensitive individuals. All other top ingredients score well (ISS 6.0–10.0), including the standout Ethylene Brassylate (10.0/10).
What does a PSS of 7.1/10 (Grade A-) mean?+
PSS (Product Safety Score) is an independent safety assessment. A grade of A- (7.1/10) indicates the product meets strong safety standards for cosmetic fragrances and is considered safe for consumer use under normal application conditions. Grade A- is above average and suggests low to moderate risk overall, though individual sensitivities may vary.
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 | 7.5 | — | Current assessment — PSS v4.1 route-weighted engine. Dose-aware scoring at actual use concentration. |