Noticed something different? Here's why we have updated our fragrance
You may have noticed a subtle change in the fragrance of some of your favourite products. We'd like to take a moment to explain what has changed, and most importantly, why.
A Change Grounded in Our Commitment to Safety
As regulations governing fragrances in cosmetic products have evolved, we have evolved our formulations alongside them — not simply to comply, but to uphold the exceptionally high safety standards we have always set for ourselves, and for the most precious people in your care.
Because our products are formulated for babies, children, and pregnant women, we have always gone beyond what regulations require. We apply the precautionary principle in every decision — prohibiting ingredients like ethanol, essential oils, animal-derived components, and silicones, even when these are permitted by international standards. We continuously monitor new safety data and update our formulations proactively, before any issue arises.
The fragrance update is a direct result of this philosophy. As the regulatory landscape tightened to reduce certain fragrance substances in cosmetic products, our team worked closely with our expert partner perfumers to reformulate — using a refined olfactory palette to come as close as possible to the iconic Mustela scent you know and love.
What Hasn't Changed: The Mustela Scent You Know
While the change is subtle, we understand that for those of you who have used Mustela for years, your senses are finely attuned to it. The signature olfactory identity of Mustela remains intact:
Note
Profile
Description
Top Note
Citrusy
Fresh and bright — the first impression of every Mustela product
Heart Note
Floral
Soft and delicate — the warm, nurturing centre
Base Note
Powdery / Musky
Gentle and comforting — the familiar Mustela signature that lingers
Top Note
Profile
Profile
Citrusy
Description
Description
Fresh and bright — the first impression of every Mustela product
Heart Note
Profile
Profile
Floral
Description
Description
Soft and delicate — the warm, nurturing centre
Base Note
Profile
Profile
Powdery / Musky
Description
Description
Gentle and comforting — the familiar Mustela signature that lingers
The Same Safety. The Same Trust.
Before introducing the updated fragrances, we asked more than 400 consumers to evaluate them. The results were heartening — the new fragrances were rated just as highly as the originals, and were instinctively recognised as part of the Mustela olfactory world. Many participants preferred the new scents.
We understand that scent is deeply personal — and that for many of you, the fragrance of Mustela is woven into some of your most tender memories. It is a privilege we take seriously. Our goal was never to change that feeling, only to protect it.
Thank you for your trust, your loyalty, and for taking the time to share your feedback with us. It is because of customers like you that we are always striving to do better. We hope you continue to find comfort, confidence, and care in every Mustela product — just as you always have.