What it is
Citrus Aurantifolia Fruit Extract is obtained from lime fruit and contains naturally occurring acids and vitamin C. In cosmetics it is used as a skin-conditioning and mildly astringent botanical that can also lend antioxidant support. It is typically present at low levels as a supporting plant extract.
Safety & warnings
Citrus fruit extracts can contain naturally astringent acids and trace fragrance constituents, so sensitive skin may occasionally find them irritating. Although the photosensitizing furocoumarins of citrus are concentrated mainly in peel oils rather than fruit extracts, those with reactive skin may wish to patch test.
Origin & sourcing
Plant-derived; extracted from the fruit of Citrus aurantifolia (lime), a citrus species cultivated in tropical and subtropical regions.
Questions everyone asks
What is lime fruit extract used for?
It is used as a skin-conditioning and mildly astringent botanical and can provide antioxidant support, typically at low levels in a formula.
Does it offer UV protection?
No. It is a botanical conditioning ingredient and does not act as a UV filter.