Spice & Black Vanilla
EDP Spray

Fragrance Notes

Bourbon Vanilla and VetiverCardamomCashmeranCashmere WoodVanillaVetiver
MenEau de ParfumAmber Vanilla

CA Perfume

Spice & Black Vanilla

Inspired by Cremo · Format: EDP Spray

Format
A-
HumanSafe Verified ✓
38 Ingredients Assessed
Generally Safe
71th 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
7.1 / 10
PSSDose-aware safety at actual concentration
Mood Elevation Index™
6.0 / 10
MEI™Serene mood profile
Environmental Safety
ESSEnvironmental assessment
Evidence Quality
CSSConfidence in evidence base

Why This Score

✔Ambroxan (20%) is a well-established fragrance ingredient with a strong safety rating (ISS 7.0/10, Grade A), commonly used in premium perfumery.
✔Linalyl Acetate (10%) is a naturally-derived fragrance component rated A-grade (ISS 6.5/10) and widely used across cosmetics without significant safety concerns.
⚠The formulation contains 30% of a polycyclic synthetic compound (Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes). While rated Grade A, this high concentration warrants patch testing before widespread facial or sensitive-area 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: Spice & Black Vanilla carries a PSS Grade B (6.8/10), indicating moderate overall safety for a fragrance product. Primary concern is the elevated concentration of synthetic polycyclic compounds; users with sensitive skin or fragrance sensitivities should perform a patch test first.

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Key Factors

Score Drivers
01 / INGREDIENT SAFETY
Formulation Quality
Dose-aware ingredient safety at actual use concentration. 31 ingredients assessed using SCCS opinions, ECHA REACH dossiers, and primary literature.
PSS 7.1
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

38 Total
CAS No.INCI NameFUNCTIONISSStatus
64-17-5Alcohol Denat.Solvent / Carrier7.0A-Moderate
7732-18-5AquaSolvent / Carrier10.0A+Low Risk
54464-57-2Tetramethyl AcetyloctahydronaphthalenesFragrance ingredient7.0A-Moderate
1222-05-51,3,4,6,7,8-Hexahydro-4,6,6,7,8,8-Hexamethylindeno[5,6-C]PyranFragrance ingredient5.7CHigh Concern
115-95-7Linalyl AcetateFragrance ingredient7.0A-Moderate

33 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™
6.0
MEI™
Primary Mood
Serene
Secondary Mood
Romantic
Inner Voice
I am at peace.
CONFIDENCE
5.5
MOOD LIFT
6.2
WARMTH
7.5
ENERGY
2.7
PRESENCE
5.5
IDENTITY
5.8
SOCIAL EASE
6.1

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 Spice & Black Vanilla safe for daily use?+

Spice & Black Vanilla is suitable for regular use for most adults, but individual tolerance varies. The Grade B PSS rating suggests it is generally safe as an eau de parfum, though the high concentration of polycyclic synthetic compounds means sensitive skin types may experience irritation. Discontinue if redness, itching, or respiratory discomfort occurs.

Are there any ingredients I should watch out for?+

The primary ingredient of concern is Tetramethyl Acetyloctahydronaphthalenes at 30% concentration, a synthetic polycyclic compound. While safety-rated, its dominance in the formula means patch testing is recommended before first use. If you have known fragrance sensitivities or reactive skin, consult a dermatologist before application.

What does a PSS of 6.8/10 (Grade B) mean?+

PSS (Product Safety Score) Grade B indicates moderate safety for a fragrance product. A 6.8/10 reflects that while the product meets regulatory standards, it contains some ingredients or concentrations that warrant user awareness and caution—particularly for vulnerable populations like pregnant individuals, children, or those with sensitive skin.

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 20267.1—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 0794
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Safety Data Sheet — OilCA PO 0794
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IFRA CertificateCA-0794
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Allergen Declaration — EDPCA PS 0794
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Allergen Declaration — OilCA PO 0794
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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.