The essential oil of citronella grass, used as a fragrance and tonic ingredient.
What it is
Cymbopogon nardus oil is, according to CosIng, the essential oil obtained by direct steam distillation of citronella grass, Cymbopogon nardus, of the grass family (Poaceae). CosIng lists it as a fragrance and tonic ingredient.
Where it is used
Found in a small number of scented products.
Limits of interpretation
The INCI list shows which ingredients are present, not how much of each. Above 1%, ingredients are listed in descending order of weight; below 1% the order is free.
As a natural material, its composition can vary between batches.
Functions
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.