Lemon Oil (Citrus Limonum Peel Oil)
Lemon peel essential oil (cold-pressed)
Limonene-rich (phototoxic furanocoumarins in cold-pressed version); bergapten content requires control for leave-on products; expressed (cold-pressed) oil more furanocoumarin-rich than steam-distilled; IFRA limits for leave-on very restrictive
Function & Common Use
Fragrance
Fragrance
Fragrance products brightening (limited topical evidence) natural skincare
Vegetable (lemon peel)
Concentration Limits
No formal limit
IFRA leave-on limits (phototoxicity); bergapten content control required for leave-on (<0.0004% bergapten EU); rinse-off limits less restrictive
No specific 21 CFR cosmetic limit identified in source checked; EU limit reference: IFRA leave-on limits (phototoxicity); bergapten content control required for leave-on (<0.0004% bergapten EU); rinse-off limits less restrictive
No specific MFDS limit identified in source checked; verify if ingredient is used in a Korean functional cosmetic category
Pregnancy: No specific restriction identified in source checked; standard cosmetic use
IFRA: Fragrance/aromatic ingredient; check IFRA 49th Amendment standard for applicable product category restrictions
Frequently Asked Questions
Is Lemon Oil (Citrus Limonum Peel Oil) safe to use in skincare?
Lemon Oil (Citrus Limonum Peel Oil) has a Medium concern rating. Limonene-rich (phototoxic furanocoumarins in cold-pressed version); bergapten content requires control for leave-on products; expressed (cold-pressed) oil more furanocoumarin-rich than steam-distilled; IFRA limits for leave-on very restrictive
Is Lemon Oil (Citrus Limonum Peel Oil) allowed in India?
Lemon Oil (Citrus Limonum Peel Oil) is currently classified as "Permitted" under Indian cosmetics regulations. The maximum permitted concentration is No formal limit.
What is Lemon Oil (Citrus Limonum Peel Oil) used for in cosmetics?
Lemon Oil (Citrus Limonum Peel Oil) functions as: Fragrance. It is commonly found in: Fragrance products brightening (limited topical evidence) natural skincare.
Can Lemon Oil (Citrus Limonum Peel Oil) cause an allergic reaction?
Yes. Lemon Oil (Citrus Limonum Peel Oil) has an allergen flag (Yes). If you have sensitive skin or known fragrance/contact allergies, patch-test products containing this ingredient before full use.
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