CITRUS AURANTIUM DULCIS (ORANGE) PEEL

CIT

6/10

Concern level

Moderate concern

Sweet orange peel-derived ingredient used mainly for fragrance, masking, and mild skin-conditioning. Citrus peel materials are rich in volatile terpenes such as limonene and may contain photoreactive constituents, so they are more relevant as potential sensitizers than as treatment actives.

Pore-clogging

Low

Pregnancy

Safe

Regulatory

No data

Concerns

Essential OilPhotosensitivityAllergen

Chemical Properties

Typical Concentration

0.01% - 2.00%

CAS Number: 8008-57-9

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin4/10

oily skin5/10

sensitive skin2/10

acne prone4/10

mature skin4/10

normal skin5/10

Interactions

incompatible with: Retinoids, Alpha hydroxy acids, Other fragranced or sensitizing essential oils, Strong exfoliating acids

Risks & Warnings

Can irritate sensitive skin and may contribute to fragrance allergy. Citrus peel-derived ingredients may increase sun sensitivity or be problematic in daytime leave-on products, especially if the material is expressed or contains photoreactive constituents. Use caution in eczema-prone or highly reactive skin.

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