Citrus limon (Lemon) peel extract
AKA: Lemon peel extract
Plant-Derived
Emollient
Skin Conditioner
Barrier Support
Extract
Clean
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
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
Traditional Use
Lemon peel has been employed in traditional European herbalism and folk skincare remedies for centuries as a cleansing and brightening agent. Valued for its high vitamin C and bioflavonoid content in historical beauty preparations.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types, gentle
Best For
Dullness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Caution
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.
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR