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Citral

Moderate

Quick verdict

High concern

Citral skin safety dashboard

Citral scores 48/100 across 1 product analyses. The most important acne and irritation checks are summarized first.

Comedogenic rating

4/5

High pore-clogging risk signal for acne-prone skin.

Fungal acne concern

Review

Review the full formula before using on Malassezia-prone skin.

Pregnancy concern

Review

Ask a clinician before using during pregnancy or nursing.

Skin types to avoid

Acne-prone, Oily, Sensitive

Based on pore-clogging and irritation risk signals.

What is Citral and why is it used?

We're still generating a detailed description for Citral. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up.

Will Citral clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)

Comedogenic Risk: 4/5

Citral has an estimated comedogenic risk of 4/5 based on GlowLens ingredient scoring across 1 product analyses. A higher number signals a stronger pore-clogging tendency for acne-prone skin. This is informational, not medical advice.

Known Side Effects and Allergies: how concerning is Citral?

Moderate

Citral currently scores 48/100, which places it in a moderate-concern band overall. The main practical consideration is skin irritation, sensitivity, or breakouts in formulas where it appears alongside other potentially irritating ingredients. This is informational, not medical advice.

Is Citral safe for pregnancy?

While our analysis gives Citral a safety score of 48/100 with a medium concern level, we recommend consulting your healthcare provider about any cosmetic ingredients during pregnancy or nursing. GlowLens provides general safety assessments - pregnancy-specific advice should come from your doctor or midwife.

Final Verdict: who should be most cautious with Citral?

Acne-prone, oily, and reactive skin types may want to be more cautious with Citral, since it carries a stronger pore-clogging signal. Other skin types generally have less to weigh. This is informational, not medical advice.

How we rate this ingredient

Rating sourced from official regulatory and scientific databases.Confidence: HighLast reviewed Jun 13, 2026
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Found in 1 Products

Kérastase Gloss Absolu Glaze Drops Hair Oil - contains Citral
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Kérastase Gloss Absolu Glaze Drops Hair Oil

medium

A lemon-scented compound often used in fragrances, known for its potential to cause contact allergies.

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Commonly used with Citral

Ingredients that most often appear alongside Citral in the formulas we have analyzed. Open any one to see its comedogenic rating and safety profile.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Citral and why is it used?
We're still generating a detailed description for Citral. Check back shortly - or scan a product containing this ingredient to speed things up. Across 1 products in our database, Citral appears in various formulations. Use our free skincare ingredient checker to see how it interacts with other ingredients in specific products.
Will Citral clog my pores? (Comedogenic Rating)
Citral has an estimated comedogenic risk of 4/5 based on GlowLens ingredient scoring across 1 product analyses. A higher number signals a stronger pore-clogging tendency for acne-prone skin. This is informational, not medical advice.
Known Side Effects and Allergies: how concerning is Citral?
Citral currently scores 48/100, which places it in a moderate-concern band overall. The main practical consideration is skin irritation, sensitivity, or breakouts in formulas where it appears alongside other potentially irritating ingredients. This is informational, not medical advice.
Is Citral safe for pregnancy?
While our analysis gives Citral a safety score of 48/100 with a medium concern level, we recommend consulting your healthcare provider about any cosmetic ingredients during pregnancy or nursing. GlowLens provides general safety assessments - pregnancy-specific advice should come from your doctor or midwife.
Final Verdict: who should be most cautious with Citral?
Acne-prone, oily, and reactive skin types may want to be more cautious with Citral, since it carries a stronger pore-clogging signal. Other skin types generally have less to weigh. This is informational, not medical advice.