INCI name

EUCALYPTUS CITRIODORA OIL

Lemon eucalyptus oil

A volatile oil from lemon-scented eucalyptus, used as a fragrance and tonic ingredient.

What it is

Eucalyptus citriodora oil is the volatile oil obtained from the lemon-scented gum, Eucalyptus citriodora, of the myrtle family (Myrtaceae). 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.

It is not the same as the more common eucalyptus oil from Eucalyptus globulus. As a natural material, its composition can vary between batches.

Functions

Fragrance: Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.
Tonic: Producing a feeling of well-being on skin and hair.

EU regulation

This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.

Products with this ingredient (2)

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