Vanilla Cake
EDP Spray

Fragrance Notes

AlmondCaramelMadagascar VanillaMeringueMilkVanilla
Women & MenPerfume OilAmber Vanilla

CA Perfume

Vanilla Cake

Inspired by Montale · Format: EDP Spray

Format
A-
HumanSafe Verified ✓
22 Ingredients Assessed
Generally Safe
72th percentile · No allergens flagged

Safe for everyday use. This product is suitable for most adults in normal fragrance application.

No Banned SubstancesEDP Leave-On Format
Product Safety Score
7.2 / 10
PSSDose-aware safety at actual concentration
Mood Elevation Index™
6.3 / 10
MEI™Romantic mood profile
Environmental Safety
ESSEnvironmental assessment
Evidence Quality
CSSConfidence in evidence base

Why This Score

✔Ethyl Vanillin (37.5% combined) provides the core vanilla character with a safety score of 6.0/10, indicating established use in fragrance formulations.
✔Benzyl Alcohol (27.5% combined) is a widely used fragrance solvent and preservative with a 6.0/10 safety score and long history of cosmetic application.
⚠High cumulative alcohol content (65% from ethyl vanillin and benzyl alcohol combined) may cause irritation on sensitive or compromised skin; patch test recommended 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: Vanilla Cake is an Eau de Parfum with a Grade B PSS score (6.6/10), indicating moderate safety for typical use. The main consideration is the elevated alcohol concentration, which warrants caution for sensitive skin.

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Key Factors

Score Drivers
01 / INGREDIENT SAFETY
Formulation Quality
Dose-aware ingredient safety at actual use concentration. 16 ingredients assessed using SCCS opinions, ECHA REACH dossiers, and primary literature.
PSS 7.2
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

22 Total
CAS No.INCI NameFUNCTIONISSStatus
64-17-5Alcohol Denat.Solvent / Carrier7.0A-Moderate
7732-18-5AquaSolvent / Carrier10.0A+Low Risk
121-32-4Ethyl VanillinFragrance ingredient6.0BModerate
100-51-6Benzyl Alcohol⚑Fragrance ingredient6.0B⚑ EU Allergen
10094-34-5Dimethyl Phenethyl ButyrateFragrance ingredient8.0ALow Risk

17 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™
6.3
MEI™
Primary Mood
Romantic
Secondary Mood
Grounding
Inner Voice
I am beautiful.
CONFIDENCE
5.0
MOOD LIFT
7.5
WARMTH
8.1
ENERGY
3.0
PRESENCE
4.8
IDENTITY
5.2
SOCIAL EASE
7.0

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 Vanilla Cake safe for daily use?+

Vanilla Cake can be used daily by most adults; however, frequency and application amount should be adjusted based on individual skin sensitivity. Start with light application on pulse points (wrists, behind ears) rather than broad spraying. If irritation develops, reduce frequency or dilute with an unscented carrier oil.

Are there any ingredients I should watch out for?+

Benzyl Alcohol and Ethyl Vanillin together make up the majority of this fragrance. While both are permitted in cosmetics, benzyl alcohol can cause contact dermatitis in sensitive individuals, and high alcohol concentrations may dry skin or irritate eyes. Avoid contact with eyes and mucous membranes.

What does a PSS of 6.6/10 (Grade B) mean?+

The PSS (Product Safety Score) of 6.6/10 Grade B indicates moderate safety—the product is acceptable for consumer use but carries some considerations. It is not in the highest safety tier, suggesting users with sensitive skin should exercise caution and perform a patch test first.

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 20267.2—Current assessment — PSS v4.1 route-weighted engine. Dose-aware scoring at actual use concentration.
Safety DocumentsSource doc: 2026-04-13
Safety Data Sheet — EDPCA PS 0743
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Safety Data Sheet — OilCA PO 0743
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IFRA CertificateCA-0743
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Allergen Declaration — EDPCA PS 0743
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Allergen Declaration — OilCA PO 0743
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Safety Data Sheets are prepared by EMRA LLC for CA Perfume, based on the supplier safety data sheet on file for each fragrance. 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.