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CITRUS PARADISI PEEL OIL

Last update on Aug 14, 2025

Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil is an essential oil used in cosmetics for its fragrance, antioxidant, antimicrobial, and cleansing properties. This popular ingredient comes from the outer rind of grapefruit and is also known as Pink Grapefruit Peel Oil. It has a sweet, light, and citrusy aroma that is refreshing and revitalizing. In skin care, Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil supports a youthful appearance by neutralizing free radicals - responsible for premature skin aging. As a natural astringent, it tones the skin and provides mild antibacterial activity. Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil is found in toners, cleansers, body washes, shampoos, perfumes, and massage oils. This essential oil appears yellow in color and has a water-like consistency.

CAS Number: 8016-20-4Chem/IUPAC Name: Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil EINECS/ELINCS No: COSING REF No: 55434

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What is CITRUS PARADISI PEEL OIL used for?

Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil is a refreshing oil rich in limonene and other citrus compounds. It is often found in personal care products targeting oily, dull, or congested skin and scalp. 

For skin: Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil cleanses and tones the skin - giving it a refreshed appearance. Its natural antimicrobial activity helps reduce acne-causing germs. This essential oil also fights environmental damage to support a healthier and more radiant skin. Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil has a refreshing aroma that provides an energizing feel when added to serums, toners, clarifying lotions, detoxifying masks, and blemish control gels. 

For hair: Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil purifies the scalp by removing excess oil, product buildup, and flakes. This ingredient is useful for people with greasy hair or oily roots. Additionally, it is a great shine booster and gives hair a glossier, smoother look. Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil can be found in shampoos, conditioners, and scalp mists.

Origin

Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil is derived from cold pressing the outer peel of the grapefruit, native to Asia and the West Indies. This method does not require heat and retains more of the natural aroma and freshness. Lastly, water, fruit particles, and impurities are separated from the extracted oil, and it is stored in airtight containers to prevent oxidation.

What does CITRUS PARADISI PEEL OIL do in a formulation?

MASKING|
PERFUMING|
REFRESHING|
ANTIMICROBIAL|
ANTIOXIDANT|
CLEANSING|
HAIR CONDITIONING

Safety Profile

Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil is safe when used at low concentrations and formulated properly. It has sensitization risks if not diluted before use. It can also be phototoxic when exposed to UV light after application. Therefore, it is best to either use furanocoumarin-free Citrus Paradisi Peel Oil or limit its use to nighttime or rinse-off products. Additionally, this essential oil should be stored in cool, dark conditions to prevent oxidation. Performing patch tests before full application is always safer and recommended.

CITRUS PARADISI PEEL OIL technical profile

PropertyValues

Solubility

Insoluble in water; soluble in oil

Viscosity

Low