Citrus Aurantium Dulcis (Blood Orange) oil

CIT

4/10

Concern level

Moderate concern

A citrus peel essential oil used mainly as a fragrance ingredient in cosmetics. Sweet orange oils are volatile mixtures rich in limonene and other aroma constituents, so they function as complex fragrance materials rather than single molecules. ([pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov](https://pubchem.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/compound/Oils_-orange_-sweet?utm_source=openai))

Pore-clogging

Low

Pregnancy

Caution

Regulatory

No data

Concerns

Essential Oil

Chemical Properties

Typical Concentration

0.05% - 1.00%

CAS Number: 8008-57-9

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin4/10

oily skin4/10

sensitive skin2/10

acne prone3/10

mature skin4/10

normal skin5/10

Interactions

incompatible with: Other fragrances and essential oils can add to irritation and sensitization burden., Avoid layering with strong exfoliants or retinoids on sensitive skin if the formula is leave-on and fragranced., Use caution with sun-exposed routines because citrus oils may contribute to photosensitivity risk in some formulations.

Risks & Warnings

Primary concerns are skin irritation, oxidation-related sensitization, and fragrance allergy potential. Citrus essential oils can also increase sun-sensitivity risk in some contexts, so leave-on use should stay low and well-formulated. Pregnancy safety data are insufficient for confident endorsement. ([pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov](https://pmc.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/articles/PMC6073409/?utm_source=openai))

Vegan Cruelty-Free

Found In Products

Sunday Riley