Fragrance
LIPPIA CITRODORA FLOWER EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Fine
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
Lemon verbena (Aloysia/Lippia citriodora) flower extract — bright lemony aroma. Useful as a perfuming and antioxidant botanical, but its citral and limonene content are common EU-regulated fragrance allergens.
Function
Skin benefits
- Antioxidant verbascoside content
- Pleasant lemony scent for fragrance use
- Mild astringent for skin
Known concerns
- Citral and limonene content — EU Annex III fragrance allergens
- Photosensitization risk in sun-exposed leave-on
- Verbenone and other monoterpenes can sensitize
- SCCS opinion on Lippia citriodora absolute (2015) flagged restrictions
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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