Skin Conditioning
CITRUS AURANTIFOLIA FLOWER/SAMBUCUS NIGRA FLOWER EXTRACT
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 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 CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related skin conditionings
Same plant / compound family
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