Lime
What Lime is & what it does
Lime in cosmetic listings generally refers to extract or derivatives of the citrus lime fruit, rich in citric acid and aromatic compounds. It is commonly used as a fragrant and skin-conditioning botanical, sometimes for a mild exfoliating or astringent feel. Citrus ingredients are valued for their fresh scent; this entry has no flagged concerns in the catalog.
What is Lime in a skincare ingredient list?
In cosmetic listings Lime generally refers to extract or derivatives of the citrus lime fruit, which is rich in citric acid and aromatic compounds.
What does Lime do in skincare?
It is commonly used as a fragrant, skin-conditioning botanical and can give a mild astringent or freshening feel. It is valued mainly for its bright citrus scent.
Is Lime safe in skincare?
It is generally considered safe as formulated, and this entry has no flagged concerns in the catalog. Citrus ingredients can be sensitizing for some people, so a patch test is sensible.
Sunscreens with Lime
We rate 3 sunscreens that contain it:
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Soleil Toujours Organic Sheer Sunscreen Mist Spf 50
74/100
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Kinfield Sunglow SPF 30
71/100
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Soleil Toujours Organic Sheer Sunscreen Mist SPF 30
67/100