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IFRA-Compliant Fragrance — Overview Parfum / Fragrance How fragrance use rates and allergen labeling work in cosmetics. The IFRA framework and what it means for DIY formulators. Depends on product type and IFRA category Minoxidil — Note for DIY Formulators Minoxidil (drug, not a cosmetic ingredient) Minoxidil is a regulated drug, not a cosmetic ingredient. This entry explains what to do instead in DIY hair products. Not applicable for DIY cosmetic use Phthalates — Why They Are Avoided in Modern Cosmetics Diethyl Phthalate (DEP), Dibutyl Phthalate (DBP), and others An overview of the phthalate family in cosmetics, the safety concerns, and what to use instead. Avoid in DIY cosmetics