Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Process: Solvent Extraction Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Rutaceae (Citrus family)
Plant Part
Leaf
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
92346-89-9 / 84929-31-7
Form
Liquid
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Native to Asia, Mediterranean. Derived from the leaves of Citrus limon, a citrus tree in the Rutaceae family native to Asia and the Mediterranean. Extracted from leaf cells using solvent extraction methods to obtain bioactive compounds.
Lemon leaves have been used in traditional Mediterranean herbalism for their antioxidant and skin-toning properties. Leaf extract has been incorporated into skincare preparations for its potential skin-clarifying and protective benefits.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dullness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
EWG Score4
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval, all-shades-safe, Not a Sensitizer