A recent study by scientists at the Department of Dermatology and Allerology, Ludwig-Maximilians-University München, Germany examined the phototoxic effects of 43 fragrances. Among the tested fragrances, several were found to have some phototoxic reactivity, including oakmoss, benzyl alcohol, bergamot oil, costus root oil, lime oil, orange oil, alpha-amyl cinnamic aldehyde, hydroxy citronellal, cinnamic alcohol, and laurel leaf oil. Phototoxic effects depended on concentration of compounds and UV doses administered. The study, published in Acta Dermato Venereologica, concludes that further study could lead to improved protection of the skin from noxious compounds. More in Acta Dermato Venereologica
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