The Case For Going Fragrance-Free
Fragrance might seem like a luxury — but in truth, it’s often where the toxins hide. That’s why all of our formulas at FORK & MELON are 100% fragrance-free. We believe the smartest luxury is the one you don’t smell: clean, non-toxic, and made to complement your lifestyle, not compete with it.
WHY FRAGRANCE-FREE MATTERS
“Fragrance” can legally stand in for hundreds of unlisted ingredients — many of which are linked to skin irritation, hormone disruption, allergic reactions, or worse. These chemical mixtures are considered trade secrets, which means companies aren’t required to disclose what’s actually in them.
At FORK & MELON, we keep it simple: no added fragrance. Not because we’re anti-scent, but because we believe in transparency, safety, and products that feel as good as they look.
The Case for Going Fragrance-Free
- Better for sensitive skin — fragrance is a common irritant
- Doesn’t compete with other scents (ideally your natural one!)
- More inclusive for guests, partners, and kids
- Won’t linger on your hands, face, or clothing
- Gender-neutral and elevated by design
- Less exposure to ingredients linked to hormone disruption and health concerns
Our clean luxury formulas are fragrance-free by design — not as an afterthought.
Your Home Might Be Over-Scented (Here’s How to Fix It)
Avoiding added fragrance in your personal care is a great start — but most people are still exposed daily through household products. Air fresheners, dryer sheets, laundry and dishwasher detergents, candles, and traditional cleaning sprays often contain synthetic fragrance blends that can pollute indoor air and affect your health more than you realize.
Small changes make a big impact:
- Swap conventional cleaners and detergents for fragrance-free or naturally scented options
- Replace dryer sheets with wool dryer balls (or skip them altogether)
- Use candles, diffusers, and room sprays sparingly (or not at all) — opt for essential oil-based options with beeswax or coconut wax
- Switch to fragrance-free products you use daily on your skin — like hand soap, body wash, and body lotion
- Open windows daily to circulate fresh air
- Use a HEPA air purifier and change HVAC filters regularly
- Keep air-purifying plants in your home
Fragrance doesn’t equal clean. And clean doesn’t have to come with a scent.
Clean Luxury, Without the Scent
We created FORK & MELON for people who care about what they put on their skin and how it looks on their counter. Our formulas are clean, effective, and designed to be part of a home that feels good — in every sense.
Whether you’re refilling every sink with our gallon of soap, keeping our lip balm on hand, or adding our bubble bath to your weekend routine, know this: everything we make is fragrance-free, design-forward, and intentionally made to support a healthier home.
The cleanest luxury is the one that doesn’t try too hard.
*These statements have not been evaluated by the Food and Drug Administration. Our products are not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease.