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Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Water

The aqueous fraction derived from sweet orange (Citrus aurantium dulcis) fruit, used in cosmetics as a conditioning and lightly fragrant aqueous ingredient.

What it is

Citrus Aurantium Dulcis Fruit Water is the water-based fraction obtained from sweet orange fruit, carrying water-soluble constituents and a light citrus character. In cosmetics it functions as a skin-conditioning aqueous ingredient that can also lend a subtle natural scent. It is used as part of the water phase of a formula.

Safety & warnings

As a dilute fruit water it is generally mild and well tolerated. It may carry trace citrus aroma constituents such as limonene, a recognized fragrance allergen, so those sensitive to citrus may prefer to patch test.

Origin & sourcing

Plant-derived; the aqueous fraction obtained from the fruit of Citrus aurantium dulcis (sweet orange).

Questions everyone asks

What is orange fruit water?

It is the water-based fraction from sweet orange fruit, used as a skin-conditioning aqueous ingredient that adds a light citrus character to a formula.

Is it a UV filter?

No. It is a conditioning aqueous botanical and does not absorb or reflect UV light.

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