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Fragrance

BACKHOUSIA CITRIODORA LEAF OIL

CAS 84775-80-4 Updated
42

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Lemon myrtle leaf essential oil — almost pure citral. Powerful antimicrobial but harsh: undiluted oil damages skin and citral is a strong sensitizer. Use only at very low %.

Function

FRAGRANCEPERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Strong antimicrobial action
  • Vivid lemon aroma
  • Effective at very low concentrations

Known concerns

  • Citral up to ~98% — major fragrance allergen
  • In vitro cytotoxicity at high doses
  • Neat oil damages stratum corneum — must be diluted
  • Pregnancy caution

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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