What it is
Citrus Grandis Peel Oil is a volatile oil expressed from citrus peel and is used to impart a bright, fresh citrus scent to cosmetic products. In sunscreens it serves as a fragrance and to mask base odors rather than as an active. As a natural citrus oil it is a complex mixture whose composition can vary by source and batch.
Safety & warnings
Citrus peel oils naturally contain limonene and other terpenes that are recognized fragrance allergens subject to EU declaration thresholds. Citrus oils can also contain furocoumarins linked to phototoxicity, so reduced-furocoumarin grades are commonly used in leave-on products. People prone to fragrance sensitivity may prefer fragrance-free formulas.
Origin & sourcing
Natural; expressed from the peel of Citrus grandis (grapefruit/pomelo) fruit.
Questions everyone asks
Is Citrus Grandis Peel Oil grapefruit?
Yes, it is an essential oil expressed from the peel of grapefruit or the related pomelo, used as a fragrance.
Does it add sun protection?
No. It is included for scent and odor masking, not for any UV-filtering or protective effect.