Citrus nobilis (Mandarin Orange) water
AKA “Mandarin Orange Water
Water
Ingredient Facts
Citrus nobilis (Mandarin Orange) water
AKA: Mandarin Orange Water
Water · Skin Conditioning · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived Synthetic
Skin Conditioner
Not Clean
Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Water is a cosmetic ingredient used as skin conditioning. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
CAS #
84929-38-4
Form
Liquid
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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.
Conditions Skin
Antioxidant Protection
Reduces Inflammation
Traditional Use
Mandarin peel water or hydrosol has been traditionally used in East Asian skincare as a mild toning and refreshing preparation. Historical application in beauty routines for its gentle astringent and uplifting aromatic properties.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Dullness
Pregnancy & Breastfeeding Safe
Yes
EWG
4
CIR
Safe as used
Pregnancy
Yes
CIR Safety Findings
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Potential Sensitizer
Regulatory Status
USApermitted
EUrestricted
JAPANrestricted
CANADArestricted
Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange)
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Fruit Extract
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Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Fruit Juice
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Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Oil
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Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Peel Extract
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EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Peel Oil
European Commission
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Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Peel Powder
European Commission
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Citrus Nobilis (Mandarin Orange) Water
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR