murphyCitrus limon (Lemon) peel extract
AKA: Lemon peel extract
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Barrier Support
Extract
Clean
OriginNative to Asia, Mediterranean. Extracted from lemon peels sourced primarily from Asia and Mediterranean regions within the Rutaceae plant family. Obtained through solvent extraction methods to isolate the aromatic and conditioning compounds from the citrus peel material.
citrus limon (lemon) peel extract is a cosmetic ingredient used as emollient, skin conditioning, skin protecting. Rated low hazard by EWG. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Rutaceae (Citrus family)
Plant Part
Peel
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
92346-89-9 / 84929-31-7
Form
Liquid
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dullness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
Functions
Emollient
Fills in the tiny cracks between skin cells to make everything feel smooth and soft. The "silky finish" ingredient.
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Skin Protecting
Helps rebuild and strengthen your skin barrier — the invisible shield that keeps moisture in and irritants out. Essential after over-exfoliating or harsh weather.
Tonic
Nourishes & Protects
Locks In Moisture
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
Caution
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Skin Irritant
1 study / 1 not irritating (CIR 712)
Not an Eye Irritant
1 study / 1 not irritating (CIR 712)
Concentration Guide
Leave-on0.000005–0.14%
Rinse-off0.000008–0.057%
0%50%100%
CIR reported use · 2016 survey
Regulatory Agencies
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR