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CITRUS LIMON FIBER

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Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

Cellulose-rich fiber from lemon peel, used as a natural texture and oil-absorber in cosmetics. Generally safe; only caveat is residual citrus oils that could carry photosensitizing furocoumarins.

Function

EMULSION STABILISING

Skin benefits

  • Lemon peel fiber used as natural texturizer or absorber
  • Cellulose and pectin matrix is inert and biodegradable
  • Up-cycled food byproduct

Known concerns

  • Trace citrus oils could trigger allergy/photosensitivity if processing leaves residues
  • Botanical batch variability
  • Limited standalone cosmetic safety review

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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