Citrus hystrix leaf extract
AKA “Combave”
Extract
Ingredient Facts
Citrus hystrix leaf extract
AKA: Combave
Extract · Skin Conditioning · EWG: 1
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Extract
Clean
Citrus Hystrix Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of the Combave, Citrus hystrix, Rutaceae
Family
Rutaceae (Citrus family)
Plant Part
Leaf
Lifeform
Shrub or tree
Climate
Wet tropical
CAS #
91771-50-5
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.
Locks in moisture
Traditional Use
Citrus hystrix (papeda) is native to Southeast Asia and has been used in traditional Indonesian and Thai medicine for antimicrobial and anti-inflammatory purposes. Leaves were traditionally brewed for medicinal teas and topical remedies.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Antioxidant
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR