Citrus Aurantifolia Oil
A cosmetic ingredient used as cleansing, fragrance, hair conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Citrus Aurantifolia Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the fruits of the Lime, Citrus aurantifolia, Rutaceae
What does it do?
Citrus Aurantifolia Oil is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Cleansing
helps remove dirt, oil, makeup, and other contaminants from skin or hair
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Fragrance
provides scent or masks the natural odour of other ingredients
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Hair conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and manageability of hair
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Perfuming
adds scent to a cosmetic product
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
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Tonic
provides a toning effect on skin or scalp — generally tightening or refreshing
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Citrus Aurantifolia Oil is listed under Annex II of EU Cosmetics Regulation 1223/2009 (entry 358), making it prohibited in cosmetic products placed on the EU market.
Frequently asked questions
What is Citrus Aurantifolia Oil?
Citrus Aurantifolia Oil is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Citrus Aurantifolia Oil is the volatile oil obtained from the fruits of the Lime, Citrus aurantifolia, Rutaceae
Is Citrus Aurantifolia Oil allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Citrus Aurantifolia Oil is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Citrus Aurantifolia Oil do in cosmetic products?
Citrus Aurantifolia Oil is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: cleansing, fragrance, hair conditioning, perfuming, skin conditioning, tonic.
What is the CAS number of Citrus Aurantifolia Oil?
The CAS (Chemical Abstracts Service) number for Citrus Aurantifolia Oil is 8008-26-2 / 90063-52-8.
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Source: EU CosIng database (European Commission). This page is derived from public-sector information published by the European Commission. · Last updated: 22/04/2020