Citrus Reticulata (Tangerine) Extract

CIT

6/10

Concern level

Moderate concern

A citrus botanical extract derived from tangerine (Citrus reticulata) materials and used for fragrance, antioxidant, and skin-conditioning support in cosmetics. CIR safety documents cover tangerine/citrus-derived cosmetic ingredients, and COSMILE identifies tangerine extract as a recognized cosmetic ingredient name in the EU. ([journals.sagepub.com](https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/10915818211040027?utm_source=openai))

Pore-clogging

Non-comedogenic

Pregnancy

Safe

Regulatory

No data

Benefits

Soothing

Chemical Properties

pH Range

4.00 - 7.00

Typical Concentration

0.10% - 3.00%

Skin Type Compatibility

dry skin5/10

oily skin5/10

sensitive skin3/10

acne prone5/10

mature skin5/10

normal skin6/10

Interactions

incompatible with: Use caution when combined with other fragrance allergens or essential oils., If the extract is peel-based or part of a citrus fragrance blend, avoid overloading with additional photosensitizing citrus oils., Do not assume compatibility with highly acidic or oxidizing systems without supplier stability data.

Risks & Warnings

Citrus-derived ingredients can be sensitizing in some users, and peel-derived citrus materials may be more likely to raise fragrance-allergen or irritation concerns than non-aromatic fruit extracts. If the supplier material is peel-rich or fragranced, sun-sensitivity caution is reasonable. ([journals.sagepub.com](https://journals.sagepub.com/doi/pdf/10.1177/10915818211040027?utm_source=openai))

Vegan Cruelty-Free

Found In Products

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