Citrus hystrix leaf oil

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AKA: Makrut Lime, Combave
Plant-Derived
Fragrance
Clean
Citrus Hystrix Leaf Oil is an essential oil obtained from the leaves of the the Combave, Citrus hystrix, Rutaceae
Family
Rutaceae (Citrus family)
Plant Part
Leaf
Lifeform
Shrub or tree
Climate
Wet tropical
CAS #
91771-50-5
Form
Oil
Functions
Perfuming
Added for scent. Can be natural or synthetic. Common irritant and allergen — one of the top reasons people react to products.
Adds Fragrance
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Anti-Aging Benefits
Traditional Use
The essential oil from papeda leaves contains limonene and other antimicrobial compounds used in traditional Southeast Asian medicine. Modern cosmetic use leverages these properties for skincare formulations.
EWG
2
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Caution
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dullness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
Counts, not a verdict. A listing isn't a study. The trail, you decide.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR