Citrus tachibana/reticulata peel oil
AKA “Essential Oils and Waters”
Essential Oil
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Ingredient Facts
Citrus tachibana/reticulata peel oil
AKA: Essential Oils and Waters
Essential Oil · Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Fragrance | Antioxidant · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Antioxidant
Emollient
Fragrance
Skin Conditioner
Essential Oil
Clean
Essential Oils and Waters Science: Origin: Botanic/Natural | Functions: Skin Conditioning, Skin Conditioning - Emollient Safety Ratings: CIR: Safe as used
Family
Rutaceae (Citrus family)
Plant Part
Peel
Lifeform
Tree
Climate
Subtropical
Form
Oil
Plant-Derived
Botanical. Native to Japan, China. Extracted from the peel of Citrus tachibana and Citrus reticulata trees, members of the Rutaceae family native to Japan and China. Cold-pressed or steam-distilled from the citrus peels to obtain the essential oil.
Plant Source
Rutaceae (Citrus family)
Plant Part
Peel
Function
Skin Conditioning - Emollient | Fragrance | Antioxidant
Benefits
Locks In Moisture
Traditional Use
The peel of tachibana has been valued in Japanese traditional skincare for its aromatic and astringent properties, used to tone and brighten complexion.
Skin Types
all-skin-types
Best For
Target
Dryness
Melanin-Rich Skin
Suitable
Pregnancy Safe
Yes
Verified Feb 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR