Skin Conditioning
LIPPIA CITRODORA FLOWER/LEAF/STEM EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Caution
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
About
A whole-plant lemon verbena extract. EU Annex II entry 450 prohibits verbena absolute, and citral content brings sensitisation risk; use is heavily restricted in EU cosmetics.
Function
Skin benefits
- Skin conditioning at low concentrations
- Aromatic phytochemicals
Known concerns
- EU Annex II entry 450 prohibits Verbena absolute (Lippia citriodora) in cosmetics
- High citral content — known fragrance allergen
- Phototoxicity risk from citrus-like furanocoumarin/citral mix
- Sensitisation potential
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
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