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EUCALYPTUS CITRIODORA LEAF/TWIG WATER.

Insufficient Data CAS 85203-56-1 / HAIR CONDITIONING, SKIN CONDITIONING

Eucalyptus Citriodora Leaf/Twig Water is a hydrosol, capturing the hydrophilic compounds and trace essential oil components from the plant. While direct clinical studies for this specific ingredient are limited, related eucalyptus water extracts suggest a spectrum of potential dermatological benefits. It is thought to provide milder versions of antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and skin barrier-enhancing properties.

Summary

Antioxidant Anti-inflammatory Skin Brightening Anti-aging Hydration Skin Barrier Support

Science

Mechanism of Action

This hydrosol is believed to exert its effects primarily through hydrophilic compounds, notably polyphenols such as flavonoids (e.g., rutin, quercitrin) and phenolic acids (e.g., chlorogenic acid, ellagic acid). These molecules contribute to significant antioxidant activity, protecting skin from oxidative stress. Furthermore, the extract may offer anti-inflammatory benefits, support skin barrier function by potentially increasing ceramide content and water retention, and contribute to anti-aging by influencing collagen type 1 production, inhibiting matrix metalloproteinases, and reducing senescence markers. It may also aid in depigmentation by inhibiting tyrosinase and melanin synthesis.

Research

Clinical Evidence

Low confidence
Effective range N/A
Optimal

N/A

Transparency

Dusting Analysis

Not commonly dusted

The Formula

Formulation

Solubility
Water
Optimal pH N/A
0 7 14

Stability

Specific optimal pH ranges for the stability of Eucalyptus Citriodora Leaf/Twig Water have not been established. However, the plant itself tolerates a broad pH range from mildly acidic to mildly alkaline soils. A formulated product containing Eucalyptus citriodora essential oil was observed to have a pH of 5.41.

Safety

Safety Profile

CIR Status
Insufficient data
Sensitization risk Moderate

There is no specific CIR safety assessment for Eucalyptus Citriodora Leaf/Twig Water. The CIR Panel considers Eucalyptus globulus leaf water safe in cosmetics when formulated to be non-sensitizing. While the essential oil (Eucalyptus Citriodora Leaf/Twig Oil) has a reported high EU sensitizer percentage (20%) and is associated with potential allergic skin reactions, irritation, and serious eye irritation, the hydrosol form contains only trace amounts of these essential oil components, suggesting a milder sensitization potential for the water extract.

Your Skin

Skin Compatibility

No Normal
No Dry
No Oily
No Sensitive
Irritancy Unknown
Comedogenicity Unknown

Our Assessment

Verdict

Insufficient Data

While offering theoretical benefits based on related species and containing beneficial hydrophilic compounds, the lack of specific clinical efficacy and safety data for Eucalyptus Citriodora Leaf/Twig Water warrants caution and further research.

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