Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Rutaceae (Citrus family)
Plant Part
Fruit
CAS #
90063-52-8
Form
Liquid
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Astringent
Tightens and contracts skin tissue, temporarily shrinking pores and reducing oiliness. That "clean, tight" feeling after toner.
Antioxidant
Fights free radicals — the unstable molecules from UV, pollution, and stress that break down collagen and cause premature aging.
Fragrance
Added for scent. Can be natural or synthetic. Common irritant and allergen — one of the top reasons people react to products.
Anti-Inflammatory
Boosts Collagen
Traditional Use
Lime water (hydrosol) is a byproduct of lime oil distillation historically used in traditional medicine in the Caribbean and Asia as a toner and astringent. It was valued for its antimicrobial and skin-refreshing properties.