Fragrance avoidance
Not a strong fit for fragrance avoidance because it carries Fragrance.
The ingredient itself is a fragrance-linked signal, so it is better treated as an avoid case when fragrance exposure is the main concern.
- beauty
- industrial
Cymbopogon schoenanthus, ext.
CAS 8007-02-1 · 70/100 · High conf.
Abrasive · Astringent · Deodorizer
Concern score
70/100High concern based on regulatory listings.
Well researched
Why it's flagged
Cymbopogon citratus / schoenanthus/ flexuosus oils is restricted in cosmetic products under Annex III of the EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) 1223/2009.
RestrictedEU EC — restricted
The score describes this ingredient's chemical identity — its hazard profile from published classifications and regulatory status — not the safety of any product it appears in.
Regulation
Restrictions first, then routine listings from published regulatory sources.
- commercial_presence
- consumer_product_presence
- cpdat_category:beauty
- cpdat_category:industrial
- definition_level:complete
- definition_type:primary
- eu_annex:III
- eu_cosmetic_restricted
- View source →restricted
EUEC
Annex III of EU Cosmetics Regulation (EC) 1223/2009: substances which cosmetic products must not contain except subject to the restrictions laid down. Other conditions: The presence of the substance or substances shall be indicated as ‘Lemongrass Oil’ in the list of ingredients referred to in Article 19(1), point (g), when the concentration of the substance or substances exceeds: — 0,001 % in leave-on products — 0,01 % in rinse-off products.
USEPAcommercial use observed3 entries
- EPA CPDat observed this chemical in 0 composition records across product categories including unclassified products. EPA CPDat classifies this chemical for functional uses including Astringent, Deodorizer, Softener and conditioner.Source →
- EPA CPDat observed this chemical in 0 composition records across product categories including unclassified products. EPA CPDat classifies this chemical for functional uses including Abrasive, Fragrance.Source →
- EPA CPDat observed this chemical in 1 composition records across product categories including Personal care. EPA CPDat classifies this chemical for functional uses including Softener and conditioner, Humectant.Source →
Evidence
No graded sources yet for Cymbopogon schoenanthus, ext.. We publish evidence only once a source is linked and reviewed — this ingredient is in the catalog, but has not been assessed.
Suitability
Context-specific fit derived from published classifications and the current ingredient evidence profile.
Avoid
Where it appears
Prevalence of Cymbopogon schoenanthus, ext. in our catalog (epa_cpdat).
Brands
2
Typical roles
AbrasiveAstringentDeodorizerFlavouring and nutrientFragranceHumectantSoftener and conditioner
Found in these products
- Vitamin C Firming Body ButterTrader Joe's · Body LotionHigh
- Equate
- Witch Hazel Blemish Clearing CleanserThayersHigh
- Coconut Gentle WashSoftsoap · Non Food ProductsCritical
- Travel Size PreCleanseDermalogicaCritical
- Precleanse BalmDermalogicaHigh
- Confidence In A Cream Anti-Aging MoisturizerIt CosmeticsCritical
- Garnier Bio Gel Wash Lemongrass 150mlL'OREAL NORGE AS · Non Food ProductsCritical
- Cannabis Sativa Seed Oil Herbal CleanserKiehl's Since 1851Critical
- Coconut oil toothpasteNiyok · HygieneHigh
- Hydration Pro Serum (24hour Hydration) With Essential OilSwiss Toniq Geneva · FaceHigh
- Time Response 11-in-1 Serum With Essential OilSwiss Toniq Geneva · FaceHigh
- Balinese Shower Scrub Lemongrass & FrangipaniGinvera · Body WashHigh
