A hydrolate of lemon verbena leaves, used as a fragrance ingredient.
What it is
Lippia citriodora leaf water is, according to CosIng, the steam distillate obtained from the leaves of lemon verbena, Lippia citriodora, of the verbena family (Verbenaceae), a type of hydrolate. CosIng lists it as a fragrance ingredient.
Where it is used
Found in a small number of products, such as toners, face mists and other water-based 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.
The INCI name does not show how much of the leaves' volatile constituents the water contains.
Functions
- Fragrance
- Imparting an odour or taste. Creating a perceivable pleasant smell and/or masking a bad smell.
EU regulation
This ingredient is not listed in the annexes of Regulation (EC) No 1223/2009 in the CosIng data.