Citrus Aurantifolia Oil
Citrus Aurantifolia Oil is the volatile (essential) oil obtained from the fruits of the lime, Citrus aurantifolia, of the Rutaceae family. It is registered under CAS numbers 8008-26-2 and 90063-52-8. In cosmetics, it is primarily used as a fragrance and cleansing agent, and is subject to cosmetic restriction II/358 R1. It appears across a wide range of product types including shampoos, body washes, serums, and scrubs.
Citrus Aurantifolia Oil contributes cleansing, hair conditioning, skin conditioning, and toning properties according to its official CosIng functions. It is most commonly employed for its perfuming (fragrance) role in cosmetic formulations.
Subject to cosmetic restriction II/358 R1, indicating regulated usage limits. As a citrus-derived volatile oil, it may be phototoxic and could cause skin sensitization in some individuals; use with caution in leave-on products exposed to sunlight.
