Products Safe for Balsam of Peru Allergy
Balsam of Peru allergy can be diagnosed with a Extended Patch Test Series at your dermatologist.
Balsam of Peru (Myroxylon pereirae) is one of the most common contact allergens worldwide, affecting approximately 11.9% of patch-tested patients. It is a natural resin containing a complex mixture of fragrance and flavoring compounds — including cinnamates, vanillin, and benzoic acid derivatives. Balsam of Peru appears in cosmetics as a fragrance ingredient and is also found in foods, medications, and dental products. Every product below has been verified free from Balsam of Peru and its INCI-listed derivatives.
How we check for Balsam of Peru
We cross-reference each product's full INCI ingredient list against Myroxylon pereirae (Balsam of Peru) and its recognized INCI synonyms. Products are excluded if any confirmed Balsam of Peru-containing ingredient is present in their current formulation. Formulations are updated from Open Beauty Facts on a rolling basis. Source: Extended Patch Test Series.
People with Balsam of Peru allergy often also avoid: