Citrus aurantium dulcis (orange) fruit extract is a cosmetic ingredient used as masking, skin conditioning. Rated low hazard by EWG. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Rutaceae (Citrus family)
Plant Part
Fruit
Lifeform
Shrub or tree
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
8028-48-6 / 84012-28-2
Form
Liquid
See origin →
Functions
Masking
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Anti-Aging
Wound Healing
Antimicrobial
Softens and smooths skin
Provides scent
Traditional Use
Sweet orange has been used in traditional Chinese medicine and Ayurveda for skin health and circulation. Historical use in European cosmetics as a natural fragrance and vitamin C source.