Fragrance
CITRUS PARADISI, X C. RETICULATA PEEL EXTRACT
Safety score · 0–100
Moderate
Derived from EU CosIng regulatory status, PubChem hazard data and published research. How we score.
Tangelo (grapefruit × mandarin) peel extract — aromatic but contains furanocoumarins like bergapten, a documented phototoxin. EU IFRA caps the bergapten level in leave-on products, so use is restricted.
Function
Skin benefits
- Aromatic citrus fragrance
- Trace antioxidant flavonoids
Known concerns
- Furanocoumarins (bergapten) cause phototoxic reactions
- EU IFRA limits on bergapten content in leave-on cosmetics
- Sun exposure after application can cause photoburns
- CYP3A4 interactions documented for grapefruit-derived furanocoumarins
References
EU CosIng database
European Commission cosmetic ingredient registry: regulatory status, restrictions, authorised functions.
Related fragrances
Same plant / compound family
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