essential oil
Phototoxic — contain bergapten and other furanocoumarins that intercalate DNA and cause phototoxic burns on UV exposure. Also rich in limonene (90%+ in lemon oil) which oxidizes to sensitizing hydroperoxides. Cold-pressed citrus oils are more phototoxic than distilled.
Citrus Oils is a essential oil backed by a large, consistent body of clinical evidence (evidence tier 1 of 4). We track 2 studies for it, 2 reporting a positive effect.
Toxicology in Vitro · 2010 · in vitro
In vitro phototoxicity testing of essential oils intended for cosmetic use found several oils, including citrus oils, to be phototoxic under UVA exposure, supporting restriction of phototoxic citrus oils in leave-on products used before sun exposure.
Contact Dermatitis · 2009 · experimental · n=3000
Experimental study showing that air oxidation of fragrance terpenes (including limonene and linalool) increases their skin irritancy; oxidation products formed during storage are more reactive, supporting higher irritation/sensitization risk from aged citrus oils rich in limonene.
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Tatcha
The Matcha Foam Pore-Refining & Oil-Balancing Prebiotic Gel Cleanser - 5.0 oz
Cleanser
$40.00147.9ml · $0.27/ml
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Tatcha
The Matcha Foam Pore-Refining & Oil-Balancing Prebiotic Gel Cleanser - 5.0 oz
Cleanser
$40.00147.9ml · $0.27/ml
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The Matcha Foam Pore-Refining & Oil-Balancing Prebiotic Gel Cleanser - 5.0 oz is a water cleanser by Tatcha. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Camellia Sinensis Leaf Extract, Lauryl Glucoside.
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Rub-A-Dub Refining Peel Gel Exfoliator
Exfoliant
$19.6073.9ml · $0.27/ml
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Saturday Skin
Rub-A-Dub Refining Peel Gel Exfoliator
Exfoliant
$19.6073.9ml · $0.27/ml
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Rub-A-Dub Refining Peel Gel Exfoliator is a exfoliant by Saturday Skin. Key ingredients include Glycerin, Butylene Glycol, Alcohol Denat.
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Mini Green Clean Cleansing Balm - Original
Cleanser
$18.0029.6ml · $0.61/ml
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Caution
May aggravate: Rosacea (Citrus Oils, Limonene and Linalool)
FARMACY
Mini Green Clean Cleansing Balm - Original
Cleanser
$18.0029.6ml · $0.61/ml
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Caution
May aggravate: Rosacea (Citrus Oils, Limonene and Linalool)
Mini Green Clean Cleansing Balm - Original is a oil cleanser by FARMACY. Key ingredients include Cetyl Ethylhexanoate, Citrus Oils, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride.
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ELEMIS
Elemis Superfood Facial Oil (15ml)
Face Oil
$72.0015ml · $4.80/ml
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Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Sweet Almond Oil); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
ELEMIS
Elemis Superfood Facial Oil (15ml)
Face Oil
$72.0015ml · $4.80/ml
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Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Sweet Almond Oil); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
Elemis Superfood Facial Oil (15ml) is a face oil by ELEMIS. Key ingredients include Sweet Almond Oil, Caprylic/Capric Triglyceride, Squalane.
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SkinMedica
SkinMedica AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser (6 fl. oz.)
Exfoliant – for Acne & breakouts, Blackheads
$48.00177.4ml · $0.27/ml
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May aggravate: Rosacea (Lavender Oil and Citrus Oils)
SkinMedica
SkinMedica AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser (6 fl. oz.)
Exfoliant – for Acne & breakouts, Blackheads
$48.00177.4ml · $0.27/ml
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May aggravate: Rosacea (Lavender Oil and Citrus Oils)
SkinMedica AHA/BHA Exfoliating Cleanser (6 fl. oz.) is a exfoliant by SkinMedica. Key ingredients include Cocamidopropyl Betaine, Salicylic Acid, Glycyrrhiza Glabra Root Extract.
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Set up your skin profileShiseido
Benefiance Dark Spot and Wrinkle Smoothing Serum
Serum
$89.0029.6ml · $3.01/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Shea Butter); Perioral Dermatitis (Petrolatum and Fragrance)
Shiseido
Benefiance Dark Spot and Wrinkle Smoothing Serum
Serum
$89.0029.6ml · $3.01/ml
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Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Shea Butter); Perioral Dermatitis (Petrolatum and Fragrance)
Benefiance Dark Spot and Wrinkle Smoothing Serum is a brightening serum by Shiseido. Key ingredients include Alcohol Denat, Dipropylene Glycol, Dimethicone.
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Set up your skin profileKate Somerville
ExfoliKate Cleanser Daily Foaming Wash - 4.0 oz
Cleanser
$46.00118.3ml · $0.39/ml
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Kate Somerville
ExfoliKate Cleanser Daily Foaming Wash - 4.0 oz
Cleanser
$46.00118.3ml · $0.39/ml
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ExfoliKate Cleanser Daily Foaming Wash - 4.0 oz is a water cleanser by Kate Somerville. Key ingredients include Stearic Acid, Glycerin, Lactic Acid.
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Lotus AHA Resurfacing Gentle Serum
Exfoliant
$69.0029.6ml · $2.33/ml
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May aggravate: Melasma (Fragrance); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
Fresh
Lotus AHA Resurfacing Gentle Serum
Exfoliant
$69.0029.6ml · $2.33/ml
Ideal for
Not recommended for
Caution
May aggravate: Melasma (Fragrance); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance)
Lotus AHA Resurfacing Gentle Serum is a exfoliant by Fresh. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Propanediol.
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Lotus Youth Preserve Line & Texture Smoothing Moisturizer - 1.6 oz
Moisturizer
$59.0047.3ml · $1.25/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Cetyl Alcohol and Stearyl Alcohol); Rosacea (Citrus Oils and Limonene)
Fresh
Lotus Youth Preserve Line & Texture Smoothing Moisturizer - 1.6 oz
Moisturizer
$59.0047.3ml · $1.25/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol, Ethylhexyl Palmitate, Cetyl Alcohol and Stearyl Alcohol); Rosacea (Citrus Oils and Limonene)
Lotus Youth Preserve Line & Texture Smoothing Moisturizer - 1.6 oz is a antioxidant serum by Fresh. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Cetearyl Alcohol.
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Lotus Youth Preserve Radiance Renewal Night Cream - 1.6 oz
Moisturizer
$62.0047.3ml · $1.31/ml
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May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol, Myristyl Myristate, Glyceryl Stearate and Shea Butter); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
Fresh
Lotus Youth Preserve Radiance Renewal Night Cream - 1.6 oz
Moisturizer
$62.0047.3ml · $1.31/ml
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Caution
May aggravate: Seborrheic Dermatitis (Cetearyl Alcohol, Myristyl Myristate, Glyceryl Stearate and Shea Butter); Perioral Dermatitis (Fragrance); Psoriasis (Fragrance); Melasma (Fragrance)
Lotus Youth Preserve Radiance Renewal Night Cream - 1.6 oz is a antioxidant serum by Fresh. Key ingredients include Water, Glycerin, Butylene Glycol.
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