Fragrance ingredient
Cymbopogon Citratus Leaf Oil
Essential oil steam-distilled from Cymbopogon citratus (West Indian lemongrass) leaves. Distinct from Cymbopogon Schoenanthus (camel grass) and Cymbopogon Nardus (citronella). Composed primarily of citral (~75–80%, as a mixture of geranial and neral), with geraniol, nerol, and myrcene as minor constituents. The high citral content makes it one of the most potent fragrance allergen contributors in essential oil-containing formulas.
Also known as: west indian lemongrass oil
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Benefits
- ✓Bright, fresh citrus-herbal fragrance note widely used in aromatherapy and cosmetic formulation
- ✓High citral content (~75–80%) provides mild antioxidant and antimicrobial activity alongside the primary fragrance role
- ✓Traditional aromatherapy use for its uplifting and clarifying scent
Watch for
- ⚠Citral (an EU-mandated fragrance allergen, Regulation 2023/1545) is present at very high levels (75–80%) — must be declared on leave-on product labels above 0.001% and rinse-off above 0.01%
- ⚠Geraniol and nerol are also present as declarable EU fragrance allergens
- ⚠Potential for skin sensitization with repeated exposure, particularly in leave-on formulas
Compatibility
✓ Works well with
+ Pelargonium Graveolens Flower Oil
