Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Flower Water
Citrus Aurantium Amara (Bitter Orange) Flower Water
CIT
7/10
Concern level
High concern
Aqueous hydrosol obtained as the steam distillate of bitter orange blossoms. In cosmetics it functions mainly as a fragrance component and skin-conditioning aqueous base, with secondary soothing and mild moisturizing properties typical of floral waters. It is less concentrated than the corresponding essential oil and is generally used for its scent profile and refreshing feel.
Pore-clogging
Non-comedogenic
Pregnancy
Safe
Regulatory
No data
Benefits
AntisepticMoisturizingSoothing
Chemical Properties
pH Range
4.00 - 6.50Typical Concentration
1.00% - 100.00%CAS Number: 72968-50-4
Skin Type Compatibility
dry skin7/10
oily skin7/10
sensitive skin5/10
acne prone7/10
mature skin6/10
normal skin8/10
Interactions
incompatible with: fragrance-sensitive or allergen-prone users, highly fragranced formulas that may increase cumulative irritation, unclearly preserved water-based systems
Risks & Warnings
Main concerns are fragrance-related sensitivity and rare eye/skin irritation. CIR noted a raw material containing >98% of this ingredient was practically not irritating in one assay but slightly irritating in another eye test. As with other citrus floral waters, individuals sensitive to fragrance allergens may react.
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