Citrus limon (Lemon) fruit oil

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AKA: Lemon Fruit Oil
Plant-Derived
Astringent
Clean
OriginNative to Asia, Mediterranean. Derived from the fruit of Citrus limon trees, members of the Rutaceae family native to Asia and the Mediterranean region. Cold-pressed from the fruit peel to extract the essential oil.
Citrus Limon (Lemon) Fruit Oil is a cosmetic ingredient used as astringent, tonic. Rated low hazard by EWG. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Rutaceae (Citrus family)
Plant Part
Fruit
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
8008-56-8
Form
Oil
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dryness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Functions
Astringent
Tightens and contracts skin tissue, temporarily shrinking pores and reducing oiliness. That "clean, tight" feeling after toner.
Tonic
Tightens Pores
Tones Skin
Antioxidant Protection
Fights Bacteria
Tightens and tones pores
Tightens and tones skin
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.
EWG
2
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
Concentration Guide
CIR lists it as not reported to be in use.
CIR · report published 2021
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU✔ permitted
JAPAN✔ permitted
CANADA✔ permitted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR