Citrus limon lemon juice extract

AKA: Citrusmedica limonum
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Clean
Citrus Limon Lemon Juice Extract is a cosmetic ingredient. Rated low hazard by EWG.
CAS #
92346-89-9
Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Provides scent
Traditional Use
Lemon has been used in European and Mediterranean skincare since ancient times for its astringent and brightening properties. Historical use includes treating acne, age spots, and dull skin, though modern formulations use it cautiously due to photosensitivity.
EWG
1
CIR
Safe
Pregnancy
Caution
CIR Safety Findings
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dullness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
The paper trail
🔬Peer-reviewed1 paper
⚖️Regulatory0 listings
🛡️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