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Citrus tangerina (Tangerine) peel extract
AKA “Tangerine Peel Extract”
Extract
Ingredient Facts
Citrus tangerina (Tangerine) peel extract
AKA: Tangerine Peel Extract
Extract · Astringent · EWG: 4
Plant-Derived
Astringent
Extract
Not Clean
Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel Extract is a cosmetic ingredient used as astringent. Assessed as safe by the CIR.
Family
Rutaceae (Citrus family)
Plant Part
Peel
Lifeform
Shrub or tree
Climate
Subtropical
CAS #
223748-44-5
Form
Liquid
See origin →
Functions
Astringent
Tightens and contracts skin tissue, temporarily shrinking pores and reducing oiliness. That "clean, tight" feeling after toner.
Physical Exfoliant
Provides antioxidant protection
Helps brighten skin tone
Supports skin's natural radiance
Traditional Use
Tangerine peel extract carries forward centuries of traditional Asian use, particularly in Chinese medicine where aged tangerine peel is valued for both internal and topical 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 an Irritant
medical-approval
all-shades-safe
Regulatory Status
USA✔ permitted
EU⚠ restricted
JAPAN⚠ restricted
CANADA⚠ restricted
Citrus Reticulata (Tangerine) Extract
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Citrus Reticulata (Tangerine) Fruit
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Citrus Reticulata (Tangerine) Fruit Water
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Citrus Reticulata (Tangerine) Leaf Oil
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Citrus Reticulata (Tangerine) Leaf Water
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Citrus Reticulata (Tangerine) Peel Extract
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Citrus Reticulata (Tangerine) Peel Oil
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Citrus Reticulata (Tangerine) Peel Powder
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Fruit
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Fruit Water
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
→
Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel Extract
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
→
Citrus Tangerina (Tangerine) Peel Oil
European Commission
EU Cosmetic Ingredient Database (CosIng)
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Modulation of TRPV1 function by Citrus reticulata (tangerine) fruit extract for the treatment of sensitive skin.
Zhou LD, Lu YN, Liu Q, Shi XM, Tian J
Journal of cosmetic dermatology, 2023
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Verified Jun 2026
Data: Kew POWO · CosIng · EWG · CIR