Soothing ingredient
Backhousia Citriodora Leaf Extract
INCI: BACKHOUSIA CITRIODORA LEAF EXTRACT
An extract from lemon myrtle (Backhousia citriodora) leaves, rich in citral and phenolic compounds. Provides antimicrobial, antioxidant, and soothing properties; also imparts a lemon-like fragrance note.
Also known as: lemon myrtle extract, sweet verbena tree extract
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Benefits
- ✓Antimicrobial and antioxidant from citral-rich phenolics
- ✓Lemon-like fragrance note
- ✓Soothing for skin
Watch for
- ⚠Citral content — potential sensitiser for reactive or sensitive skin; patch test recommended
Compatibility
✓ Works well with
+ Alpha-Isomethyl Ionone+ Centaurea Cyanus Flower Extract