Limus

Limus is a cosmetic ingredient used as a skin conditioning agent. It is used in 9 products in our dataset. It is regulated in the EU (listed in a Cosmetics Regulation annex).

INCI nameLIMUS
FunctionSKIN CONDITIONING
CAS number-
Prevalence9 products (0.01% of dataset)
Most used inSkincare
EU statusRestricted (annex )
Monthly searches390

Used in

Wash Off Masks 55.6%Prescription 33.3%Body Oils 11.1%

Frequently asked

What does Limus do in skincare?
Limus functions as a skin conditioning agent in cosmetic formulas.
Is Limus allowed in cosmetics?
Yes, but it is regulated in the EU — it appears in a Cosmetics Regulation annex with usage conditions.
What products contain Limus?
It is most commonly found in Skincare products, especially wash off masks (55.6% of its uses).

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