{"slug":"label-decoder","title":"How to Read a Cosmetic Label","tagline":"The handful of rules that turn an ingredient list from mystery to map.","description":"A beginner’s guide to reading cosmetic ingredient labels: how INCI ordering works, where fragrance and preservative allergens hide, the red-flag words to recognise, and how “fragrance-free” differs from “unscented”.","pages":5,"what_it_is":"The back-of-the-bottle ingredient list follows rules — once you know them, it stops being a wall of Latin and chemistry. This guide covers how INCI ordering works (and where it stops being ranked), the four spots allergens most often hide, a quick-reference of red-flag words, and the difference between “fragrance-free” and “unscented” that trips up reactive skin.","who_its_for":"Anyone new to reading ingredient lists — sensitive skin, new patch-test patients, or anyone tired of marketing claims on the front of the bottle.","whats_inside":["How the ingredient order actually works (INCI)","The four places allergens hide on a label","A red-flag word quick-reference","Fragrance-free vs unscented, explained"],"how_to_use":["Learn the five ordering rules so you can read any list.","Check the four “where allergens hide” spots on your products.","Keep the red-flag word list handy while shopping.","When in doubt, scan the label in AllerNote for a verdict."],"faq":[{"question":"Are the “red-flag words” bad ingredients?","answer":"No — they’re just the names that most often cause contact reactions. The list is for recognising them, not avoiding everything on it. Only a patch test tells you what you react to."},{"question":"Does this replace scanning a product?","answer":"It builds the skill; the scanner does it instantly and against your specific allergens. They work well together."},{"question":"Is it free?","answer":"Yes. Enter your email and the PDF downloads immediately."}],"page_url":"https://allernote.com/resources/label-decoder","file_url":"https://allernote.com/downloads/label-decoder.pdf","download_url":"https://allernote.com/api/resources/label-decoder/download?email={email}","usage":"GET the download_url with the user’s email substituted for {email} to record the lead and receive the PDF (HTTP 302). Append &format=json for a JSON link."}