Citrus Grandis (Grapefruit) Peel Oil

CIT

4/10

Concern level

Moderate concern

A volatile essential oil expressed or distilled from grapefruit peel, used mainly as a fragrance and masking agent in cosmetics. Grapefruit peel oil is typically rich in limonene with smaller amounts of other monoterpenes, and its cosmetic use is limited by fragrance allergen and photosensitivity concerns. ([cosmileeurope.eu](https://cosmileeurope.eu/inci/detail/3459/citrus-grandis-peel-oil))

Pore-clogging

Low

Pregnancy

Caution

Regulatory

No data

Concerns

Essential OilFragrancePhotosensitivityAllergen

Chemical Properties

Typical Concentration

0.05% - 1.00%

CAS Number: 90045-43-5 / 8016-20-4

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin3/10

oily skin4/10

sensitive skin1/10

acne prone2/10

mature skin2/10

normal skin4/10

Interactions

incompatible with: other fragrances and essential oils (higher sensitization burden), retinoids (may compound irritation in leave-on products), AHAs/BHAs and other exfoliants (may increase stinging/irritation), strong vitamin C/low-pH actives (may increase irritation on compromised skin)

Risks & Warnings

Can cause skin irritation, allergic sensitization, and phototoxic or photo-irritant reactions, especially in leave-on products and on sun-exposed skin. Citrus oils can be harmful in cosmetics if used on skin exposed to sunlight, and CIR advises citrus peel oils only when formulated to be non-sensitizing and non-irritating, with low 5-MOP content. ([fda.gov](https://www.fda.gov/cosmetics/cosmetic-products/aromatherapy?utm_source=openai))

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