Citrus Paradisi (Pink Grapefruit) Peel Oil

CIT

4/10

Concern level

Moderate concern

Essential oil obtained from the peel of Citrus paradisi (pink grapefruit), used primarily as a fragrance and masking ingredient. It is a complex mixture of volatile terpenes rather than a single defined molecule, so physicochemical properties vary by batch. CIR lists grapefruit peel oil among citrus-derived peel oils used in cosmetics. ([cir-safety.org](https://cir-safety.org/sites/default/files/citrus_0.pdf))

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Pregnancy

Caution

Regulatory

No data

Benefits

Antiseptic

Concerns

Essential OilFragrance

Chemical Properties

Typical Concentration

0.01% - 0.50%

CAS Number: 8016-20-4

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin2/10

oily skin3/10

sensitive skin1/10

acne prone2/10

mature skin2/10

normal skin4/10

Interactions

incompatible with: other fragrance allergens, leave-on exfoliating acids if skin is already sensitized, retinoids on very sensitive skin, unprotected sun exposure in leave-on products

Risks & Warnings

Can cause skin irritation or sensitization, especially in sensitive skin. Citrus peel oils may be photoreactive/phototoxic depending on composition and processing, and they commonly overlap with fragrance-allergen concerns. Avoid applying undiluted to skin. ([cir-safety.org](https://www.cir-safety.org/supplementaldoc/safety-assessment-citrus-derived-peel-oils-used-cosmetics?utm_source=openai))

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