Citrus aurantium (Neroli) flower distillate
AKA “neroli flower distillate”
Ingredient
Ingredient Facts
Citrus aurantium (Neroli) flower distillate
AKA: Neroli flower distillate
Ingredient · Skin Conditioning · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Citrus aurantium (neroli) flower distillate is a cosmetic ingredient.
Family
Rutaceae (Citrus family)
Plant Part
Flower
Lifeform
Shrub or tree
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
68916-04-1, 72968-50-4
Form
Powder
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Functions
Skin Conditioning
A catch-all term for ingredients that improve how skin looks and feels — softer, smoother, more supple. The workhorse behind most moisturizers.
Skin Protecting
Locks In Moisture
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Shields skin from damage
Traditional Use
Orange blossom water (neroli) has been used in Middle Eastern and Mediterranean skincare and perfumery since the 16th century. Traditionally valued in Arab and Italian beauty preparations for its delicate fragrance and mild skin-toning properties.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
General
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR