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Limonene

Limonene is listed in CosIng as a deodorant agent, and also adds scent, and dissolves other ingredients so they blend into the formula.

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Fragrance allergencaution
One of the fragrance compounds the EU requires to be declared, because a minority of people react to it.

Decision snapshot

Current record

In our catalog: Found in 1,308 of the 7,133 products we've decoded
Label position: Typically #25 of a label (bottom third) — across 1,303 decoded labelsLabels list ingredients in descending order only above 1% — position is a rough signal, not a concentration claim.

Names & references

Official label names and chemical registry identifiers, with each available source kept explicit.

Official INCI name: Limonene
Korean · KCIA: 리모넨

Chemical registries

CAS138-86-3EC205-341-0/931-893-3PubChem22311

Recent research

All research on Limonene →

Tracking 5 published papers (2025-2026).

Co-Reactivity of Fragrances and Fragrance-Markers in Patients With Positive Patch Tests to Chinese and Brazilian Propolis.
Contact dermatitis, 2026
Ten Years of Patch Testing to Hydroperoxides of Limonene and Linalool: Prevalence, Patterns and Clinical Insights.
Contact dermatitis, 2026
Absorption and Effects of Patch Test Preparations of Hydroperoxides of Limonene and Hydroperoxides of Linalool in Human Ex Vivo Skin.
Contact dermatitis, 2026

Where it fits in real formulas

Related ingredients, common formula neighbors, naming, and catalog context. This stays separate from evidence and personal-fit guidance.

Similar ingredients

related by documented function or concern

CaffeineSome small studies report temporary improvement in under-eye appearance from caffeine-containing formulas

Where it's used

Real brands and product categories from the 1,308 decoded products listing Limonene — an observation of our catalog, not a claim about market share.

Brands

Nivea (27)Garnier (21)L'Oréal (20)Sulwhasoo (19)Cell Fusion C (18)Dr.Groot (15)Centellian24 (14)Some By Mi (14)

Product categories

moisturizers (194), shampoos (174), serums (142), cleansers (102), body lotions (92), sunscreens (69)

Commonly appears alongside

How often another ingredient appears in the same decoded products. This does not show routine compatibility.

Climbazole1%9 of 1,308 decoded products Hydrolyzed Wheat Protein5%69 of 1,308 decoded products Hydrolyzed Keratin3%34 of 1,308 decoded products Piroctone Olamine2%28 of 1,308 decoded products Ascorbyl Glucoside2%32 of 1,308 decoded products Caffeine6%74 of 1,308 decoded products Argan oil5%70 of 1,308 decoded products AHA exfoliant (gentle)10%125 of 1,308 decoded products Retinyl Palmitate2%27 of 1,308 decoded products

Frequently asked questions

What does Limonene do in a formula?

Limonene's CosIng-listed function is "deodorant": is listed in CosIng as a deodorant agent.

How common is Limonene in skincare?

Limonene appears in 18% of the 7,133 decoded products in our catalog (1,308 products).

Which brands use Limonene?

In the products we've decoded, Limonene appears in formulas from Nivea, Garnier, L'Oréal, Sulwhasoo, Cell Fusion C.

What kinds of products contain Limonene?

In our decoded catalog, Limonene shows up mostly in moisturizers (194), shampoos (174), serums (142), cleansers (102), body lotions (92), sunscreens (69).

What is Limonene called in Korean?

On Korean labels, Limonene is listed as 리모넨.

Where does Limonene usually appear on the ingredient list?

Typically #25 of a label (bottom third) — across 1,303 decoded labels. Labels list ingredients in descending order only above 1% — position is a rough signal, not a concentration claim.

Products with Limonene

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1,154 public products list this ingredient.

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About the sources

Ingredient lists show presence and order, not concentration, pH, ingredient grade, delivery system, or finished-formula performance.

Sources & methodology

Quick facts

Functions: deodorant: is listed in CosIng as a deodorant agent, perfuming: adds scent, solvent: dissolves other ingredients so they blend into the formula
Limits set by EU regulators: Annex III entry 88 — permitted only under specific restrictions/conditions
Annex III entry 167 — permitted only under specific restrictions/conditions
Annex III entry 168 — permitted only under specific restrictions/conditions
Sourced from a 2022 snapshot of the EU's CosIng database — the live CosIng site now requires API credentials we don't have (see pipeline/fetch-cosing.ts); annex numbering/content may have been amended since.
Source: Source: curated

In the catalog

Origin split: In 10% of decoded Korean products vs 23% elsewhere
Mostly in: moisturizers (194), shampoos (174), serums (142)
Price range: $0–$30,990 (median $25, across 1,018 priced products)

At a glance

In our catalog: 1,154 products

2D reference · PubChem CID 22311

Ingredient pairings

No researched pairing is linked to this ingredient yet.

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Compiled from the EU CosIng database (ref 57187) · snapshot 16 June 2026. CosIng is an informational, non-legally-binding reference. Inclusion does not mean an ingredient is approved, safe, authorized for cosmetic use, or clinically effective. An INCI list does not reveal concentration, pH, ingredient grade, delivery system, or finished-formula performance.

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Limonene

Limonene is listed in CosIng as a deodorant agent, and also adds scent, and dissolves other ingredients so they blend into the formula.

ReferenceCatalog-linked

Find formulas with this

Good to know

Fragrance allergencaution
One of the fragrance compounds the EU requires to be declared, because a minority of people react to it.

Decision snapshot

Current record

In our catalog: Found in 1,308 of the 7,133 products we've decoded
Label position: Typically #25 of a label (bottom third) — across 1,303 decoded labelsLabels list ingredients in descending order only above 1% — position is a rough signal, not a concentration claim.

Names & references

Official label names and chemical registry identifiers, with each available source kept explicit.

Official INCI name: Limonene
Korean · KCIA: 리모넨

Chemical registries

CAS138-86-3EC205-341-0/931-893-3PubChem22311

Recent research

All research on Limonene →

Tracking 5 published papers (2025-2026).

Co-Reactivity of Fragrances and Fragrance-Markers in Patients With Positive Patch Tests to Chinese and Brazilian Propolis.
Contact dermatitis, 2026
Ten Years of Patch Testing to Hydroperoxides of Limonene and Linalool: Prevalence, Patterns and Clinical Insights.
Contact dermatitis, 2026
Absorption and Effects of Patch Test Preparations of Hydroperoxides of Limonene and Hydroperoxides of Linalool in Human Ex Vivo Skin.
Contact dermatitis, 2026

Where it fits in real formulas

Related ingredients, common formula neighbors, naming, and catalog context. This stays separate from evidence and personal-fit guidance.

Similar ingredients

related by documented function or concern

CaffeineSome small studies report temporary improvement in under-eye appearance from caffeine-containing formulas

Where it's used

Real brands and product categories from the 1,308 decoded products listing Limonene — an observation of our catalog, not a claim about market share.

Brands

Nivea (27)Garnier (21)L'Oréal (20)Sulwhasoo (19)Cell Fusion C (18)Dr.Groot (15)Centellian24 (14)Some By Mi (14)

Product categories

moisturizers (194), shampoos (174), serums (142), cleansers (102), body lotions (92), sunscreens (69)

Commonly appears alongside

How often another ingredient appears in the same decoded products. This does not show routine compatibility.

Frequently asked questions

What does Limonene do in a formula?

Limonene's CosIng-listed function is "deodorant": is listed in CosIng as a deodorant agent.

How common is Limonene in skincare?

Limonene appears in 18% of the 7,133 decoded products in our catalog (1,308 products).

Which brands use Limonene?

In the products we've decoded, Limonene appears in formulas from Nivea, Garnier, L'Oréal, Sulwhasoo, Cell Fusion C.

What kinds of products contain Limonene?

In our decoded catalog, Limonene shows up mostly in moisturizers (194), shampoos (174), serums (142), cleansers (102), body lotions (92), sunscreens (69).

What is Limonene called in Korean?

On Korean labels, Limonene is listed as 리모넨.

Where does Limonene usually appear on the ingredient list?

Typically #25 of a label (bottom third) — across 1,303 decoded labels. Labels list ingredients in descending order only above 1% — position is a rough signal, not a concentration claim.

Products with Limonene

All 1,154 →

1,154 public products list this ingredient.

Catalog preview

A compact look at the first products in this result set

1–1 / 12

Browse full product list

About the sources

Ingredient lists show presence and order, not concentration, pH, ingredient grade, delivery system, or finished-formula performance.

Sources & methodology

Quick facts

Functions: deodorant: is listed in CosIng as a deodorant agent, perfuming: adds scent, solvent: dissolves other ingredients so they blend into the formula
Limits set by EU regulators: Annex III entry 88 — permitted only under specific restrictions/conditions
Annex III entry 167 — permitted only under specific restrictions/conditions
Annex III entry 168 — permitted only under specific restrictions/conditions
Sourced from a 2022 snapshot of the EU's CosIng database — the live CosIng site now requires API credentials we don't have (see pipeline/fetch-cosing.ts); annex numbering/content may have been amended since.
Source: Source: curated

In the catalog

Origin split: In 10% of decoded Korean products vs 23% elsewhere
Mostly in: moisturizers (194), shampoos (174), serums (142)
Price range: $0–$30,990 (median $25, across 1,018 priced products)

At a glance

In our catalog: 1,154 products

2D reference · PubChem CID 22311

Ingredient pairings

No researched pairing is linked to this ingredient yet.

All ingredient pairings

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Decision snapshot

Names & references

Recent research

Where it fits in real formulas

Where it's used

Frequently asked questions

Products with Limonene

One Step Original Blemish Pore Clear Pad

AC Collection Calming Foam Cleanser

Watermelon Glow Pink Dream Body Cream

Day Dissolve

Nourishing Body Oil

Smoothing Body Serum

Brightening Body Lotion

Hydrating Body Lotion

Glow-C Cleansing Balm

Glow-C Vitamin C Cream Cleanser

Glow-AHA Refining Body Cream

ClariCleanse AHA & BHA Exfoliating Cleanser

About the sources

Good to know

Decision snapshot

Names & references

Recent research

Where it fits in real formulas

Where it's used

Frequently asked questions

Products with Limonene

One Step Original Blemish Pore Clear Pad

AC Collection Calming Foam Cleanser

Watermelon Glow Pink Dream Body Cream

Day Dissolve

Nourishing Body Oil

Smoothing Body Serum

Brightening Body Lotion

Hydrating Body Lotion

Glow-C Cleansing Balm

Glow-C Vitamin C Cream Cleanser

Glow-AHA Refining Body Cream

ClariCleanse AHA & BHA Exfoliating Cleanser

About the sources