Sol de Janeiro
Brazilian Bum Bum Cream
A rich body moisturizer built around a blend of Amazonian botanicals: Guaraná seed extract, Cupuaçu seed butter, and a combination of Açaí, coconut, and Brazil nut oils for barrier nourishment. Glycerin and Sodium Hyaluronate provide humectant moisture retention; Squalane adds occlusive support. Imparts a subtle golden shimmer from Mica. The fragrance complex includes six EU-regulated allergens.
Ingredient Snapshot
31 beneficial ingredients detected with no known safety concerns.
8 ingredients to watch: Fragrance, Brazil Nut Seed Oil, Benzyl Alcohol, Benzyl Salicylate, Citral, Coumarin, Hydroxycitronellal, Limonene may cause sensitivity in some skin types.
AI-generated analysis for general information only. It may be incomplete or inaccurate and is not medical advice. Always read the product label and check with a professional about allergies, pregnancy, or any health concern.
Ingredient Details
CautionParfum(Fragrance)
AI analysis
Benefits
- ✓Provides pleasant scent to products
Potential concerns
- !Can contain hundreds of undisclosed chemicals
- !Common cause of allergic contact dermatitis
- !Potential sensitiser — CTPA recommends allergen disclosure
Backup sources
CTPA Fragrance Allergen Disclosure Guidelines: EU Regulation 1223/2009 requires that 26 identified fragrance allergens be listed individually on product labels when present above 0.001% in leave-on products and 0.01% in rinse-off products. Parfum/fragrance is the leading cause of cosmetic-related contact allergy.
CautionBertholletia Excelsa Seed Oil(Brazil Nut Seed Oil)
AI analysis
An oil pressed from Brazil nut seeds, rich in oleic acid, linoleic acid, and selenium. It nourishes and conditions the skin and is particularly valued for its softening properties. Brazil nuts are classified as tree nuts with known allergen potential.
Benefits
- ✓Rich in oleic and linoleic acids that soften skin and support barrier function
- ✓Naturally high in selenium, an antioxidant mineral that may support skin repair
- ✓Absorbs well, leaving a smooth, non-greasy finish
Potential concerns
- !Tree nut allergen — cross-reactivity with Brazil nut allergy is possible; patch test before use
- !Those with tree nut hypersensitivity should avoid or consult a dermatologist before use
CautionBenzyl Alcohol
AI analysis
A naturally occurring and synthetically produced aromatic alcohol used in cosmetics as a preservative and solvent. It is also classified as an EU-regulated fragrance allergen when present at detectable levels in leave-on products.
Benefits
- ✓Extends product shelf life as part of the preservation system
- ✓Functions as a solvent, improving the dissolution of fragrance components
- ✓Found naturally in many flowers including jasmine and ylang-ylang
Potential concerns
- !Listed as an EU fragrance allergen requiring mandatory labeling at >0.001% in leave-on products
- !Contact sensitizer — individuals with fragrance sensitivity may experience allergic contact dermatitis
- !Avoid on broken or compromised skin; may cause stinging or irritation
CautionBenzyl Salicylate
AI analysis
A benzyl ester of salicylic acid used as a fragrance fixative and UV absorber in cosmetics. It is among the fragrance allergens mandated for labeling in the EU and is frequently implicated in fragrance-related allergic contact dermatitis.
Benefits
- ✓Serves as a fragrance fixative, extending the longevity of the scent on the skin
- ✓Has mild UV absorption properties that may provide minor incidental sun protection
Potential concerns
- !An EU-regulated fragrance allergen; mandatory labeling required at >0.001% in leave-on cosmetics
- !One of the more common causes of fragrance-induced allergic contact dermatitis
- !Individuals with fragrance allergy or sensitivity should avoid products containing this ingredient
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