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CITRUS HYSTRIX LEAF WATER

85

Safety score · 0–100

Good

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

About

Steam distillate aqueous solution from Citrus hystrix (kaffir lime) leaves, providing a distinctive aromatic hydrosol for cosmetics.

Citrus Hystrix Leaf Water is the aqueous solution from steam distillation of kaffir lime (Citrus hystrix) leaves. Kaffir lime leaves are not a significant source of furanocoumarins; the primary active constituents are aliphatic components and citronellal. No EU cosmetic restrictions apply. The hydrosol has a distinctive citrusy, slightly woody fragrance and is used as a skin-conditioning ingredient and fragrance component.

Skin benefits

  • Contains citronellal and leaf volatiles
  • Distinctive citrus fragrance
  • Skin-conditioning aromatic hydrosol

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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