Antioxidant

Backhousia Citriodora Leaf Extract

INCI: BACKHOUSIA CITRIODORA LEAF EXTRACT
CAS 84775-80-4 EC 283-909-7
Backhousia Citriodora Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of Backhousia citriodora, Myrtaceae
Limited Data
Insufficient safety data available. Consider enriching this ingredient.
Details

Description

Backhousia Citriodora Leaf Extract is an extract of the leaves of Backhousia citriodora, Myrtaceae

Purpose

Function

Astringent, skin conditioning, antibacterial, antioxidant
Profile

Properties

Silicone
Silicone free
Compliance

Regulatory Status

EU
Restricted
Safety
GOOD
US
Permitted
Absorptionhigh
Sensitizationhigh
MoSnot established
ConcernHigh
Flags
plant-extractpotential-allergennatural-origin
Verdict

Citral content can exceed 90% in this species, making it the highest natural citral source known. Mandatory EU allergen declaration applies. Not suitable for sensitive skin formulations at typical concentrations. IFRA restrictions apply.

US Note

Permitted — no specific restriction

Assessment

Ratings

Comedogenic0/5
LowHigh
Irritancy0/5
LowHigh
Reference

Identifiers

CAS Number
84775-80-4
EC Number
283-909-7
INCI
BACKHOUSIA CITRIODORA LEAF EXTRACT
Category
Antioxidant
Updated
Apr 2, 2026