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citrus paradisi peel oil

Mild

Grapefruit peel essential oil provides skin conditioning and antimicrobial properties, but can cause phototoxic skin reactions upon UV exposure.

Recommended safe frequency
dailySafe in rinse-off cosmetic formulations, but avoid sun exposure after leave-on application.
weeklyUse with caution on sun-exposed skin areas.
monthlySafe for occasional cosmetic use.
Brand lens check
  • MicroplasticsNot flagged
  • SugarsNot flagged
  • Seed OilsNot flagged
Body systems impacted
  • Skin
Regulatory status
  • FDAApproved for cosmetic use with concentration limits for leave-on products
  • EFSARegulated under European Cosmetics Regulation Annex II/V

PubMed References

Primary Research

Safety Assessment of Citrus-Derived Peel Oils as Used in Cosmetics(2019)

PubMed (PMID 31522650)

Last reviewed: May 2026

FAQ

Is citrus paradisi peel oil bad for you?

Grapefruit peel essential oil provides skin conditioning and antimicrobial properties, but can cause phototoxic skin reactions upon UV exposure.

What does citrus paradisi peel oil do to your body?

citrus paradisi peel oil primarily affects: Skin.

How often is it safe to consume citrus paradisi peel oil?

Daily: Safe in rinse-off cosmetic formulations, but avoid sun exposure after leave-on application.. Weekly: Use with caution on sun-exposed skin areas.. Monthly: Safe for occasional cosmetic use..

What products contain citrus paradisi peel oil?

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