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Gluten free perfume?

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RDLiberty Enthusiast
RDLiberty
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Wasn't even aware this was a thing, and is it necessary? I've been looking into natural perfumes anyway, but it seems that if you specifically select gluten free in the search, it really narrows the options and it's quite expensive what is offered. Is it necessary? If I read the label and don't see anything blatantly gluten containing, do I really need to go for gluten free marked fragrances? Thanks.

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I am not sure whether or not any perfume has gluten in it, but I suppose it is possible. Where did you hear that there could be gluten in perfume?

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2 hours ago, Scott Adams said:

I am not sure whether or not any perfume has gluten in it, but I suppose it is possible. Where did you hear that there could be gluten in perfume?

I was reading various bits talking about how they don't have to list the ingredients in the fragrances used in perfume. I'm not sure how gluten would be present in the base, since it's usually an alcohol base, but was unsure if there could be in the oils used to make the scent?

I've been researching and researching and cannot confirm it one way or another. Funny enough, after doing more research into perfumes, the gluten thing doesn't concern me so much as the rest of the chemicals they use.

I've actually ordered some essential oils and I'm going to attempt making my own perfume with natural ingredients. Then I know it's gluten free anyway, whether that's an issue or not with perfume.

Scott Adams Grand Master
Scott Adams
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I can't really imagine a reason to include gluten or even wheat germ oil in perfume, but again, I'm no perfume expert and I will say that the endless ways that industry has found to use gluten in various things never ceases to amaze me. Overall I think the risk here would be very low, and even if there were traces of gluten it would not affect the vast majority of celiacs because skin contact will normally not contribute to causing celiac disease issues for most people.

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RDLiberty
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16 minutes ago, Scott Adams said:

I can't really imagine a reason to include gluten or even wheat germ oil in perfume, but again, I'm no perfume expert and I will say that the endless ways that industry has found to use gluten in various things never ceases to amaze me. Overall I think the risk here would be very low, and even if there were traces of gluten it would not affect the vast majority of celiacs because skin contact will normally not contribute to causing celiac disease issues for most people.

Exactly. I've never seen anything gluten related on an ingredient list of any fragrance, but my only concern would be any of the stuff that's either unlisted or even something you wouldn't think contains it. That said, as long as you're not inhaling it when you spray it, I don't know why there would be an issue anyway.

Thank you! I'm just having a hard time navigating all this, so much to think about, so I appreciate the help!

knitty kitty Grand Master
knitty kitty
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I Googled "wheat in perfume"  and got lists of perfumes that contain wheat.  

Scott Adams Grand Master
Scott Adams
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I see that there are perfumes that seem to be made from wheat and/or wheat germ, and they market them as such, but the real question here I think is how many regular perfumes might contain wheat? 

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Perfumes can be a blend different  individual fragrance components together... read the description in the advertising of what goes into a fragrance.  Some of those "nutty undertones" may be from wheat.  

I like Vintage Tradition Tallow Balm.  It's all natural, clearly labeled, smells wonderful and lasts longer than perfume.  

@Scott Adams, I wish Vintage Tradition could sponsor our site.  (Hint, hint!)

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RDLiberty
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Thanks for the info, both of you.

I've actually started mixing my own using essential oils, food grade extracts, and base oil. I'm still playing around with scent mixtures, but I like it so far.

I'm still in the process of researching the fragrance sprays I have. I'm not seeing anything on the label that jumps out, but I'm going to attempt to confirm with the companies themselves. Thanks!

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It seems like your question might have been resolved, but I have been glutened testing perfume in Sephora (probably because it got into the air). During that process though I found a perfume I liked (L’Imperatrice, Dolce & Gabbana), so I went home and emailed the company and they got back to me after doing some research and said that it does not contain any gluten. I’ve been using it for over a year now and have had no issues! So maybe there are other perfumes at D&G that are safe to use? 

Scott Adams Grand Master
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I've never heard of gluten in perfumes before. How can you be sure that your reaction wasn't caused by something else, or was perhaps an allergic reaction?

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Pacifica is a great gluten-free company. They offer body balms, lotions, and perfumes all gluten-free and cruelty free.

knitty kitty Grand Master
knitty kitty
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I agree with @Scott Adams.  It may have been something else.  

Sensitivity to Sulfites can develop in Celiac Disease.  Many of those scents in perfumes, air freshener, laundry detergent and dryer sheets contain Sulfites.  

I've got Sulfite Hypersensitivity. I've reacted to perfumed things. Gluten is not the cause of everything.

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