Limone ●
TL;DR. This ingredient is typically used as a fragrance component, giving formulas a citrus scent and sometimes helping dissolve other aromatic materials.
What does Limone do in a cosmetic formula?
This ingredient is typically used as a fragrance component, giving formulas a citrus scent and sometimes helping dissolve other aromatic materials.
Is Limone clean?
From a clean-beauty perspective, it has some friction because it is associated with fragrance-allergen labeling and can become more sensitizing after oxidation. It is generally manageable at low levels when freshness, antioxidant support, and allergen disclosure are handled well.
Is Limone sustainable?
It is commonly sourced from citrus processing streams, especially peel materials, which can make it a useful byproduct-based input. It is readily biodegradable, but volatile aroma materials still need careful handling to limit oxidation and emissions during production.
Is Limone COSMOS-approved?
It may be permitted under COSMOS when it is from an allowed natural source and meets fragrance and allergen requirements. Its Green Chemistry fit is strongest when recovered from renewable citrus byproducts and used at low levels, with the main caveat being oxidation control.
How does Limone work chemically?
The molecule is a volatile, lipophilic monoterpene-type fragrance material that is sensitive to air and light, forming oxidation products such as hydroperoxides. It is usually used at trace fragrance levels, often well below 1%, and benefits from antioxidants, low headspace, and opaque or well-sealed packaging.
Last updated 2026-05-13