Citrus hystrix leaf oil

AKA: Makrut Lime, Combave
Plant-Derived
Fragrance
Clean
OriginNative to Southeast Asia. Derived from the leaves of Citrus hystrix (Combava), a citrus plant native to Southeast Asia in the Rutaceae family. Extracted through steam distillation or cold-pressing of the fresh leaves to obtain the aromatic oil.
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
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dullness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
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
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed2 reviews →
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EWG
2
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Caution
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR