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Fragrance

CITRUS AURANTIUM PEEL OIL

Updated
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Safety score · 0–100

Moderate

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

About

Bitter orange peel essential oil, used for fragrance. Contains limonene and furocoumarins — can sensitize and is potentially phototoxic on sun-exposed skin.

Function

FRAGRANCE

Skin benefits

  • Natural fragrance and aromatherapy use
  • Refreshing citrus scent
  • Some antioxidant content

Known concerns

  • Contains limonene and linalool — known fragrance allergens
  • Phototoxic risk from furocoumarins (bergapten)
  • Can sensitize on repeated exposure

References

EU

EU CosIng database

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

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