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Fragrance

CITRUS AURANTIUM AMARA PEEL OIL

CAS 68916-04-1 Updated
55

Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.

About

Bitter orange peel oil — a lovely citrus fragrance. The catch: furocoumarins make it phototoxic, with skin burn and pigmentation risk after sun exposure. IFRA-restricted; needs careful formulation to be safe.

Function

SKIN CONDITIONING

Skin benefits

  • Citrus fragrance
  • Natural limonene source
  • Aromatherapy use

Known concerns

  • Phototoxic furocoumarins
  • Limonene/linalool allergens
  • Sun-related pigmentation risk
  • IFRA leave-on limits

References

EU

EU CosIng database

European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry — regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.

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