Unscented, Not Fragrance-Free

Think “unscented” means that a product doesn’t contain fragrance? Think again.

Companies will often use masking fragrances to cover up chemical smells, and these fragrances may contain endocrine disrupting compounds called phthalates. Phthalates are associated with cancer, impaired fertility, and male birth defects. To avoid those chemicals, look instead for products marked “fragrance-free.”