When choosing a bottle of perfume, most of us only care about the scent: whether it suits us, how long it lasts, and how much it costs. But there is another equally important factor that is often overlooked: whether the product meets recognized safety and manufacturing standards.
What does IFRA compliant mean?
IFRA (International Fragrance Association) is an international organization that regulates and sets safety standards for fragrance ingredients used in perfumes and cosmetics. A product that is "100% IFRA compliant" means that all its fragrance ingredients have been tested and comply with international safety limits, minimizing the risk of skin irritation or adverse reactions.
What does cGMP ASEAN mean?
cGMP (current Good Manufacturing Practice) ASEAN is a good manufacturing practice standard applied in the ASEAN region, strictly regulating manufacturing processes, factory hygiene, and the quality control of both input and output materials. A factory that meets cGMP ASEAN standards means that the entire production line is strictly monitored, minimizing the risk of quality variations between batches.
What does ISO 9001 ensure?
ISO 9001 is an international standard for quality management systems, applicable to an entire business's operating processes—from material control and manufacturing processes to management and continuous improvement. Achieving ISO 9001 shows that the manufacturer has a systematic quality management system, not just for a single production batch.
What does FDA registered mean for a cosmetic product?
FDA registered means that the product has been registered with the U.S. Food and Drug Administration (FDA) in accordance with regulations for cosmetics. This is one of the criteria recognized by many international markets when assessing the reliability of a beauty product.
All three perfume lines from Fateri—Invitation Only, Between Us, and Midnight Archive—meet all four of the above standards: 100% IFRA compliant, manufactured in a cGMP ASEAN-certified factory, ISO 9001, and FDA registered. At the same time, the products have official cosmetic product notification forms in accordance with regulations.
Understanding these standards gives you another basis to choose perfume with peace of mind—not just based on the scent, but also on the transparency and safety of the manufacturing process behind that bottle of perfume.