Raw Material for Industry: Lemon Essential Oil
INCI: Citrus Limon Peel Oil
The oil contains: Limonene*, Geraniol*, Citronellol*, Linalool*
Natural components of the essential oil listed in the INCI list in accordance with the 7th Amendment to the EU Cosmetics Directive.
CAS: 8008-56-8
EINECS: 284-515-8
Application
100% natural essential oil, obtained by mechanical cold pressing of the peels of fresh lemons (Citrus Limon) from wild plantations.
It is characterized by a yellow-green color and a fresh, energizing scent.
Often used in refreshing and stimulating DIY cosmetics.
Cosmetics:
• Used in anti-aging creams and lotions.
• An additive for cosmetics designed for acne-prone, combination, and oily skin.
• An ingredient in anti-cellulite treatments as well as in products for herpes, corns, and warts.
• Nourishes damaged nails.
Hair care:
• Helps with oily hair and dandruff.
• Restores the scalp’s natural pH.
• Refreshes, reduces sebum production, slightly lightens the hair, and adds shine.
• An additive for shampoos, conditioners, and hair masks.
Other uses:
• Fragrance ingredient for cosmetics, air fresheners, and disinfectants.
• Natural raw material for repelling insects (e.g., mosquito repellent spray).
• In aroma diffusers, it helps relieve nervous tension, improves mood, relaxes, and enhances memory and concentration.
How to use?
Apply to the skin only after dilution.
Recommended concentration in cosmetic formulations: 0.5-3%.
Effects
• Anti-inflammatory, antiseptic, astringent.
• Strong antibacterial and antifungal properties.
• Reduces sebum production and accelerates skin healing.
• Eliminates excess oil and blackheads (tightens pores).
• Gently brightens the skin, reduces discoloration, spots, and acne scars.
• Soothes itching, has anti-inflammatory and disinfecting properties.
• Recommended for cosmetics targeting fragile capillaries.
• When added to a bath, it relaxes and disinfects the skin.
• May cause irritation in people with very sensitive skin – use sparingly.
Storage
Store in a dark place.
Close the bottle tightly after use.
Warnings
Perform a patch test on a small area of skin before use.
Dilute one drop of oil in a tablespoon of vegetable oil and apply to the skin to check for allergic reactions.