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CITRUS AURANTIFOLIA FLOWER/SAMBUCUS NIGRA FLOWER EXTRACT

60

Safety score · 0–100

Fine

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

A blend of lime flower and elderflower extracts — pleasantly aromatic and traditionally soothing. The lime fraction can carry phototoxic furanocoumarins and elder raw material has process-safety considerations.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Antioxidant flavonoid content
  • Aromatic skin conditioning
  • Traditional soothing use (elderflower)
  • Mild astringent

Known concerns

  • Citrus aurantifolia (lime) flowers can carry furanocoumarin phototoxicity risk
  • Naturally contains fragrance allergens (limonene, linalool)
  • Sambucus raw plant material has cyanogenic glycoside concerns
  • Possible sensitization

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

Related skin conditionings

Same plant / compound family

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