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Fragrance

LIPPIA ALBA LEAF/STEM OIL

CAS 8024-12-2
62

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

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

Essential oil from Lippia alba, a lemon-scented herb used in perfumery and traditional medicine. Contains citral and limonene — listed EU fragrance allergens — so safe at low % in well-tolerated formulas, less so for sensitive skin.

Function

ANTIOXIDANTFRAGRANCEPERFUMING

Skin benefits

  • Lemon-citrus fragrance
  • Antioxidant terpene content
  • Aromatherapy tradition

Known concerns

  • Contains citral — EU-declarable allergen
  • Limonene oxidation sensitiser potential
  • Possible irritation on sensitive skin

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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