Lemon Peel Oil

Lemon Peel Oil molecular structure

2-5 year old preschoolers • Skin contact product

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Safe for preschoolers to use Lemon Peel Oil?

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USE WITH CAUTION
Danger Score: 5 (Lower is safer)
Quick Answer: Lemon Peel Oil use with caution for 2-5 year old children when used in topical products. Consider preschooler activity levels.

Detailed Analysis

Citrus Limon Peel Oil can cause skin irritation or sensitization in young children and is often used for fragrance
Confidence: HIGH

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Safety Risk Labels

This ingredient has the following documented risks:

Irritant: Lemon peel oil contains limonene and citral, which are known skin irritants, especially for sensitive baby skin.
Eczema: Citrus oils like lemon peel oil can trigger or worsen eczema in sensitive individuals, including babies.
Sun Burn: Lemon peel oil contains furanocoumarins, which can increase skin sensitivity to sunlight and raise the risk of sunburn (phototoxicity).

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Alternative Names for Lemon Peel Oil

This ingredient may also be listed as:

citrus limon peel oillemon peel oilCitrus Medica Limonum Peel Oil

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Products Containing Lemon Peel Oil

This ingredient is found in the following products:

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Research Articles on Lemon Peel Oil

Scientific research related to this ingredient:

Essential oils extracted from Citrus macroptera and Homalomena aromatica (Spreng.) Schott. exhibit repellent activities against Aedes aegypti (Diptera: Culicidae).

PMID: 38648412PubMed ↗

Assessment of safety and health-benefits of Citrus hystrix DC. peel essential oil, with regard to its bioactive constituents in an in vitro model of physiological and pathological skin conditions.

PMID: 35598364PubMed ↗

These research articles provide scientific evidence about Lemon Peel Oil safety and effects.

Common Questions About Lemon Peel Oil

Safe for preschoolers to use Lemon Peel Oil?

Use caution with Lemon Peel Oil for 2-5 year old children. Some safety concerns have been identified.

What are the irritant risks of Lemon Peel Oil for preschoolers?

Can cause skin redness, itchiness, or rashes—especially on sensitive baby skin. Young children may be more sensitive to these effects.

What are the eczema risks of Lemon Peel Oil for preschoolers?

Linked to triggering or worsening eczema and similar skin conditions. Young children may be more sensitive to these effects.

What are the sun burn risks of Lemon Peel Oil for preschoolers?

May increase skin’s sensitivity to sunlight and cause faster burning. Young children may be more sensitive to these effects.

What products contain Lemon Peel Oil?

Lemon Peel Oil is commonly found in skincare products, cosmetics, and topical applications. Always check ingredient labels before use.

Is this suitable for preschoolers to using products with Lemon Peel Oil?

The appropriate age depends on the specific ingredient properties and concentration. This analysis is for 2-5 year old children. Use the age selector above to check other ages.

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