🎯 At a Glance
🔬 How It Actually Works
A highly abundant terpene found primarily in the rinds of citrus fruits. It provides a sharp, refreshing orange scent and acts as a strong penetration enhancer and solvent.
💖 Why your skin loves it
Sents products naturally and dissolves heavy oils.
💡 Pro Tip
Oxidizes rapidly in air; oxidized limonene is a severe skin sensitizer.
⚖️ Myth vs. Fact
The Myth
It provides Vitamin C because it comes from citrus.
The Science
It is a volatile aromatic compound, completely devoid of Vitamin C.