Very Disliked
Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil
Oil
Oil is a hydrophobic (water-repelling) substance that can help regulate sebum production in skincare.
Essential Oil
Essential oils are concentrated plant extracts used to give products a natural scent and sometimes offer plant-based benefits. They're a common source of fragrance-related irritation and allergic reactions, especially for sensitive or compromised skin.
May cause Irritation
Some ingredients have higher irritation potential, particularly for sensitive skin. Common reactions include redness, burning, or itching. If you have sensitive skin, patch test first and introduce these ingredients slowly into your routine.
EU Allergen
EU Allergen
Explained
Cymbopogon Schoenanthus Oil is also known as lemongrass oil. It is used as a fragrance in cosmetics.
Major components of Lemongrass include limonene and citral. These are known EU allergens and may cause an allergic reaction and skin sensitivity.
Lemongrass oil is being researched for its antibacterial properties.
This is the volatile oil created from the steam distillation of fresh Lemon Grass, Cymbopogon schoenanthus (L.), Poaceae. Lemongrass is native to South Asia and Northern Africa. It is commonly used to make tea.
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Users who like it
5%
Users who avoid it
95%
What it does
Masking
Obscuring or blocking
Tonic
Used remove soap residues and moisturize
Prevalence
Less common
Percentage of products that contain it
0.2%
Top categories
Cleansers
Moisturizers
Treatments
Position
Predominant list placement
Bottom 50%
Concentration
Concentrations we've seen
2% to
3%
References
CosIng Data
CosIng ID
75419
INCI Name
CYMBOPOGON SCHOENANTHUS OIL
EC #
 289-754-1 / 289-752-0
All Functions
Masking, Tonic
