What it is
Citrus Clementina Peel Oil is expressed or distilled from the rind of the clementine, a small sweet citrus fruit. It carries a bright, sweet citrus aroma and is used in cosmetics chiefly as a natural fragrance component. It is generally included at low levels for scent.
Safety & warnings
As a citrus peel oil it naturally contains fragrance allergens such as limonene and may contain phototoxic furocoumarins typical of cold-pressed citrus peel oils, which can increase sensitivity to sunlight if present at high levels. Fragrance-sensitive skin may react, so patch testing is advisable.
Origin & sourcing
Plant-derived; obtained from the peel of Citrus clementina (clementine), a citrus fruit related to the mandarin.
Questions everyone asks
Where does clementine peel oil come from?
It is obtained from the peel of the clementine, a small sweet citrus fruit, and is used mainly as a natural citrus fragrance ingredient.
Should I be aware of any sensitivities?
Yes. As a citrus peel oil it contains limonene and may carry furocoumarins, so those with fragrance or citrus sensitivities should patch test.