(CYMBOPOGON CITRATUS LEAF/STEM)/(VETIVERIA ZIZANIOIDES LEAF/ROOT) WATER

72

Good

About (CYMBOPOGON CITRATUS LEAF/STEM)/(VETIVERIA ZIZANIOIDES LEAF/ROOT) WATER

Botanical water from lemongrass and vetiver, offering a grounding, earthy aroma with refreshing skin benefits.

Detailed Analysis

This ingredient combines steam distillates from lemongrass (Cymbopogon citratus) and vetiver (Vetiveria zizanioides). Lemongrass contributes citral (a fragrance allergen), while vetiver oil contains vetiselinenol and other sesquiterpenes. Both components are used in traditional medicine and perfumery. EU Annex III restrictions apply to citral content. Not restricted as a combined water but formulation awareness of fragrance allergen content is required.

Skin Benefits

  • ✓ Antimicrobial and antifungal properties
  • ✓ Natural grounding fragrance
  • ✓ Anti-inflammatory compounds

Known Concerns

  • ⚠ Contains citral (fragrance allergen restricted in EU leave-on products)
  • ⚠ Contains vetiver sesquiterpenes with mild sensitization potential
  • ⚠ Requires mandatory allergen labeling

Safety Score

72

Good

Based on EU regulatory data, published safety research, and ingredient function analysis.

References

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EU CosIng Database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry

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