Fragrance is added to skincare purely for scent — it doesn't improve how a product performs. For sensitive, reactive, or redness-prone skin, it's also one of the most common causes of irritation, even in products that are otherwise gentle.
Why fragrance-free is different from "unscented"
"Unscented" products often still contain masking fragrance to cover the smell of other ingredients. True fragrance-free formulas leave it out entirely, which matters if your skin reacts to scented products even when nothing else in the formula has changed.
Where it matters most
Fragrance-free formulation matters most in products that stay on your skin the longest — night creams and makeup removers, in particular, since they're not rinsed off quickly like a cleanser.
Our Sensitive Skin Overnight Cream is a fragrance-free repair cream built specifically for reactive, redness-prone skin, and our Bi-Phasic Make-up Remover dissolves waterproof makeup without added scent.
If your skin reacts easily
If you notice stinging, redness, or breakouts after trying new skincare, start by removing fragrance from your routine before eliminating actives — it's the single most common hidden irritant.