Citrus Limon Flower Water
A cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning in skincare, haircare, and personal-care products sold in the European Union.
What is it?
Citrus Limon Flower Water is an aqueous solution of the steam distillates obtained from the flowers of Citrus limon, Rutaceae.
What does it do?
Citrus Limon Flower Water is listed in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with the following declared functions:
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Humectant
draws moisture from the air or deeper skin layers to the surface, helping skin retain water
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Skin conditioning
improves the appearance, feel, and condition of skin
EU regulatory status
This ingredient is banned in the European Union.
Citrus Limon Flower Water 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 Limon Flower Water?
Citrus Limon Flower Water is a cosmetic ingredient catalogued in the EU CosIng database. Citrus Limon Flower Water is an aqueous solution of the steam distillates obtained from the flowers of Citrus limon, Rutaceae.
Is Citrus Limon Flower Water allowed in cosmetics in the EU?
No. Citrus Limon Flower Water is banned for use in cosmetic products in the EU under Annex II of Regulation 1223/2009.
What does Citrus Limon Flower Water do in cosmetic products?
Citrus Limon Flower Water is declared in the EU cosmetic ingredient inventory with these functions: humectant, skin conditioning.
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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: 15/05/2019