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Skin Conditioning

CITRUS LIMON PEEL

CAS 92346-89-9 / 84929-31-7 Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

Lemon peel — rich in antioxidants and skin-conditioning compounds, but also in furocoumarins (bergapten) that cause sun sensitivity. EU and CIR limit it tightly in leave-on products.

Function

FRAGRANCESKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Source of antioxidant flavonoids
  • Adds skin-conditioning fruit acids
  • Light citrus fragrance

Known concerns

  • Contains phototoxic furocoumarins (5-MOP/bergapten)
  • Can cause sun-induced burns and pigmentation
  • Citrus allergy and irritation possible

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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