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Citrus grandis peel/seed extract
AKA “Grapefruit peel and seed extract, Pomelo extract”
Extract
Ingredient Facts
Citrus grandis peel/seed extract
AKA: Grapefruit peel and seed extract, Pomelo extract
Extract · Antimicrobial · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Preservative
Extract
Not Clean
Citrus Grandis Peel/Seed Extract is the extract of the peel and seeds of Citrus grandis, Rutaceae
Family
Rutaceae (Citrus family)
Plant Part
Seed
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Wet tropical
Form
Liquid
See origin →
Functions
Antimicrobial
Keeps your product from growing bacteria, mold, or yeast. Without these, that jar of cream becomes a petri dish in about a week.
Fights Bacteria
Traditional Use
Grapefruit peel has been used in modern natural medicine since the early 20th century for immune support and antimicrobial properties. The peel is a byproduct of juice production that was repurposed for cosmetic and wellness applications.
Skin Types
●all-skin-types
Best For
Dullness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
Not a Sensitizer
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU✔ permitted
JAPAN✔ permitted
CANADA✔ permitted
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR