murphyCitrus limon (Lemon) flower water
AKA: Lemon Flower Water
Plant-Derived
Humectant
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
OriginNative to Asia, Mediterranean. Sourced from lemon flowers (Citrus limon) of the Rutaceae family, cultivated primarily in Asia and Mediterranean regions. Extracted through steam distillation of fresh flowers, producing a hydrosol byproduct.
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Flower Water is a cosmetic ingredient used as humectant, skin conditioning. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Rutaceae (Citrus family)
Plant Part
Flower
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
167973-55-9
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dehydration
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Humectant
A moisture magnet. Pulls water from the air and deeper skin layers up to the surface to keep skin plump and hydrated.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Locks In Moisture
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper →
⚖️Regulatory1 listing →
🛡️Safety-assessed1 review →
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR