Is Perfume that important?

Researchers at the University of California, Berkeley have analyzed common perfumes and cosmetics and found that many contain chemicals such as phthalates, which are known endocrine disruptors. Endocrine disruptors can interfere with the body’s hormone system by mimicking or blocking natural hormones. Separate research from medical centers like the Endocrine Society has shown that these chemicals may affect hormone signaling, including pathways related to thyroid function. The neck is a highly vascular area with thin skin, which can increase the absorption of substances applied there. While occasional perfume use is unlikely to be dangerous, repeated exposure over the thyroid region may increase unnecessary hormonal stress over time.