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CYMBOPOGON CITRATUS FLOWER WATER

72

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

About

A fragrant lemongrass flower water used in aromatherapy and cosmetics for its uplifting scent and mild antimicrobial properties.

Cymbopogon Citratus Flower Water is the aqueous solution of the steam distillate from the flowers of Cymbopogon citratus (lemongrass). While lemongrass essential oil is potent and can be irritating, the flower water is significantly milder, containing diluted volatile compounds including citral (a mixture of geranial and neral), geraniol, and limonene. It is used as a fragrance component and for its mild antimicrobial and astringent properties in toners and skincare.

Skin benefits

  • Antimicrobial
  • Astringent
  • Fragrance
  • Toning

Known concerns

  • Citral is a known fragrance allergen (EU Annex III)
  • Potential for photosensitivity at high concentrations
  • Mild skin irritation possible in sensitive individuals

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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