Beauty Q & A: Perfume allergies

I think I’m allergic to perfume. What’s the alternative?

****It is quite rare to be ‘allergic’ to an entire perfume; usually it’s an individual component that causes the allergy.

This can be quite hard to pin down, as fragrances are blends of different chemicals and sometimes also include natural ingredients. it can be extremely frustrating.

However, if your allergic reaction isn’t severe (some people have difficulty breathing, get nauseous or break out in rashes) then Roja Dove, Professeur de Parfums has some advice.

‘If you have an allergy or intolerance to fragrance, rather than apply it directly to the skin, apply it to the lining of a jacket or a hem, ensuring that you spray from a distance, and avoid dark fragrance on light fabrics.’