Citrus Aurantium Amara Leaf/Twig Extract
Citrus Aurantium Amara Leaf/Twig Extract
CIT
5/10
Concern level
Moderate concern
Botanical extract from bitter orange leaf and twig material. In cosmetics it is mainly used for fragrance, antioxidant, or marketing-botanical purposes rather than as a primary active. Composition varies by extraction method and plant source, so performance and safety depend on the specific extract standardization.
Pore-clogging
Non-comedogenic
Pregnancy
Safe
Regulatory
No data
Benefits
Soothing
Chemical Properties
Typical Concentration
0.10% - 2.00%Skin Type Compatibility
dry skin5/10
oily skin5/10
sensitive skin3/10
acne prone4/10
mature skin5/10
normal skin6/10
Interactions
incompatible with: May increase irritation when combined with other fragrant botanicals or essential oils, Use caution with strong exfoliating acids in very sensitive formulas
Risks & Warnings
Can contain naturally occurring fragrance allergens and potentially irritating citrus constituents. Sensitive or fragrance-reactive skin may not tolerate it well. If the extract is poorly standardized, batch-to-batch variation is common. No special pregnancy-specific concern is established for the extract itself, but fragrance sensitivity is a practical consideration.
Vegan Cruelty-Free
