LIMONENE
LIMONENE
Limonene is a chemical compound of plant or synthetic origin. It serves as a fragrance, solvent, and masking agent in cosmetic formulations.
PerfumingSolventRestricted use
Ingredient
Roles & functions
Perfuming — Adds a scent to the product or masks the odour of raw materials.
Solvent — Dissolves other ingredients to incorporate them into the formula.
Masking — Reduces or masks an unwanted odour.
Regulatory framework
What the authorities say
| Authority | Status |
|---|---|
| Commission européenne (CosIng, Règl. 1223/2009) | Autorisé sous conditions |
| CLP classification (Reg. 1272/2008) | No CMR classification |
| ECHA — endocrine disruptor (human health) | Not identified as an endocrine disruptor |
| ECHA — Candidate List (SVHC, REACH Art. 59) | Not on the Candidate List (SVHC) |
| European Commission (Reg. 1223/2009, Annex III) | Cosmetic allergen subject to labelling (Annex III) |
| European Commission (EU catalogue of nanomaterials, Reg. 1223/2009) | No referenced nanoform |
| European Commission — Annex III (Reg. 1223/2009) — maj Fri, 07 Aug 2026 16:37:23 GMT | Permitted subject to restrictions (Annex III) — The presence of the substance shall be indicated in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when its concentration exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products. The peroxide value for each substance shall be less than 20 mmoles/L (This limit applies to the substance and not to the finished cosmetic product). |
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Products
Products containing it
NuxeProdigieux® Le Teint Eclat - Bb Crème Teintée Hydratante 24H - 02 Medium, 30ml
NuxeProdigieux® Le Teint Eclat - Bb Crème Teintée Hydratante 24H - 03 Foncé, 30ml
Roger&GalletAmande Persane Eau Parfumée Bienfaisante, 100ml
PuressentielBien-Être 1Er Soins Mal Des Transports Roller, 5ml
Roger&GalletBois D'Orange Eau Parfumée Bienfaisante, 100ml
Roger&GalletBois D'Orange Eau Parfumée Bienfaisante, 30ml
Roger&GalletCédrat Eau Parfumée Bienfaisante, 100ml
Roger&GalletCédrat Eau Parfumée Bienfaisante, 30ml
WeledaCitrus, Déodorant. 100ml
WeledaDéodorant Au Citrus, Lot 2X100ml
BerdouesEau De Toilette Musc & Néroli, 100ml
BerdouesEau De Toilette Pivoine & Rhubarbe, 100ml
Statistics
In Lou’s database
856
products listed
| Most frequent categories | Shower gels & soaps · Hydration · Toothpaste · Deodorants · Anti-aging |
| Most frequent brands | Weleda · Nuxe · Roger&Gallet · Melvita · Caudalie |
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This information is reported factually and with attribution (authorities and publications cited). It does not constitute medical advice, for your situation, ask a pharmacist or a healthcare professional for advice.
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